What Relaxation Really Looks Like (And How to Support It)

Relaxation isn’t about switching off—it’s about settling in. It’s a state of openness and readiness, where your horse is emotionally supple, physically balanced, and willing to communicate.

You’ll feel it in the rhythm, the breathing, and the way the horse moves with calm energy—without bracing or resistance. The back is swinging, the aids are accepted, and there’s a sense of quiet confidence in each stride.

As riders, we often try to correct tension—but what if we learned to notice what creates balance before tension arises? What if we could feel the moments when our horse is available, connected, and engaged—before we lose that sense?

It starts by listening.
To their rhythm.
To their breathing.
To the way the energy flows through the body.
To the soft signals they offer, before the louder ones ever need to be shown.

This week inside Summer School, we’re exploring what relaxation really means—and how to ride in a way that fosters connection, confidence, and emotional balance.

We’ll unpack the difference between simply calming your horse, and helping them feel safe and ready to work. It’s about clarity, consistency, and the influence you bring through your seat, your intention, and your presence.

Whether you’re working with a young horse, an anxious horse, or simply seeking more flow and lightness in your everyday schooling—this lesson is for you.

The way you ride shapes the way your horse feels. When you start noticing those subtle shifts, everything begins to soften.

🐴 Join us inside the Summer School Library to explore energy, influence, and emotional balance—your horse will thank you for it.