Home Podcasts Dressage with Amelia
Dressage with Amelia

Dressage with Amelia

Amelia Newcomb 231 episodes Latest May 29, 2026

These sessions are recordings from Amelia's LIVE Q&A sessions on Facebook. We cover a variety of Dressage topics - from basic Dressage concepts up to more advanced exercises. As a dressage trainer, her goal is to make good training accessible to everyone who is interested in learning.

Episodes

A Transition is Coming Jun 12, 2026 00:32:34 This week’s Q&A is a little different as I share an important update about some changes coming this summer. After years of weekly Thursday Night Lives, we’ve decided to take a break from our regular Thursday broadcasts so we can focus more of our time and energy on supporting our students, improving our courses, and developing some exciting new programs behind the scenes. While it’s a bittersw
Forward, Light, and Responsive Q&A May 29, 2026 00:27:42 This week’s Q&A is all about helping your horse become more forward, light, and responsive to your aids. Nicole stepped in to cover this session and answers questions about horses that are behind the leg, slow to react, or difficult to keep in front of the aids.In this she talks about:How to create a horse that is self-going instead of needing constant leg pressureWhy "aid, reaction, release,
Success in the Show Ring Q&A May 22, 2026 00:24:01 Last night’s Q&A was a fun little life update from Florida and everything happening with the horses lately. I did try to do the live from the barn, but the internet completely failed… and of course we had an interruption from Messi barking in the background too!I shared about Kensington and how much I’ve been enjoying riding him out in the fields lately. We’ve been schooling pirouettes & f
Make Progress Towards Your Goals Q&A May 15, 2026 00:30:18 This week’s Q&A is all about making progress toward your goals, even when the timeline changes, setbacks happen, or you feel like you’re on a plateau.In this episode, Germán and I talk about:How to set realistic goals for yourself and your horseWhy preparation matters before shows or new experiencesHow to regroup after injury, setbacks, or time offTips for riders returning after breaks or navi
Riding a New or Green Horse Q&A May 8, 2026 00:44:44 This week’s Q&A is all about riding young and green horses, from building confidence and consistency to working through the inevitable bumps along the way. Nicole answers your questions about helping green horses feel more relaxed, rideable, and successful both at home and in new environments.In this she talks about:How to help green horses stay confident at shows and in new environmentsWhy gr
Preparing for Canter 5 Essential Elements May 1, 2026 00:35:22 This week's live Q&A was all about preparing for the canter and the 5 essential elements that set you and your horse up for success.We talked about why the canter feels so different from the walk and trot, shared some stories from riders who've been there (including a horse who went from bucking and head-tossing to round and soft in just 30 days), and covered some of the most common roadblocks
The Canter Seat Explained How to Sit, Follow, and Influence Q&A Apr 24, 2026 00:34:27 This week’s Q&A is all about the canter seat and how to feel more secure, balanced, and confident in the canter.We shared a few canter stories, talked about why the canter can feel so powerful, and broke down some of the most common rider position challenges, like leaning forward, holding your breath, gripping with your knees, locking your elbows, or trying too hard to “make” the motion happen
Overcoming Canter Anxiety Ride with Confidence Again Apr 17, 2026 00:50:43 This week’s Q&A is a mini webinar all about overcoming canter anxiety and building confidence step by step. Nicole shares a really helpful perspective on why the canter can feel so intimidating, and how breaking it down into smaller, more manageable pieces can make it feel so much more doable.In this mini-webinar, you’ll learn:Why the canter feels so intimidating and what’s really happeningThe
Celebrate the 30 Days to Dressage Graduates! Apr 3, 2026 00:35:50 This week’s live looked a little different as we wrapped up 30 Days to Dressage and celebrated some of the amazing final projects from riders in the course.We shared a look at the heart behind 30 Days to Dressage and why this program was created to give riders a simple, encouraging starting point with groundwork, rider position, aids, and exercises. One of the best parts of this episode is seeing
Rider Position and Balance Q&A Mar 27, 2026 00:39:06 This week’s Q&A was a fun mix of rider position, balance, and some great behind the scenes updates from Florida. I was also joined by Nicole from my team, it has been so great to have here for a few days!I shared some great takeaways from my clinic with Sue Martin last weekend.We shared a few exciting updates about wrapping up 30 Days to Dressage, upcoming World Cup plans, and some really enco
Mastering the Canter Transition Q&A Mar 20, 2026 00:28:31 This week’s Q&A was all about mastering the canter transition, and there were so many helpful takeaways for riders working through the tricky parts of canter departs.We talked about why the canter can feel intimidating at first. When the horse shifts gears, you really feel the power and strength, and that can make the transition feel a little overwhelming. A big theme in this episode is learni
Problem Solving In Riding And Training Q&A Mar 13, 2026 00:35:28 Last night in “Problem Solving In Riding And Training Q&A,” we had a really fun and practical conversation all about working through the everyday challenges that come up in riding and training. We talked about leg yield and why it is such an important exercise for building suppleness, straightness, and that all-important inside leg to outside rein connection. We also shared updates from the ho

Recommended

Playing