"Riding English" originated in England, and is distinguished by several key features. Riders adopting this style typically use a forward seat position, leaning slightly forward, especially during activities like jumping. The tack used is lighter and more minimalist, often featuring snaffle bridles that allow for direct rein pressure. English riding is associated with formal disciplines like dressage, show jumping, eventing, and fox hunting. Riders usually employ a two-handed reining technique fo

A lot of comments said posting is “just for English riders” or that “real cowboys don’t post.” If that’s the case, and you are going to sit every trot in your western saddle, then at least do it right. Because an unbalanced seated trot creates just as many problems as bouncing through a posting trot. In this video I’ll give you 3 steps to make your seated trot smoother and more effective, so you are helping your horse instead of hindering it. And if you want to take it further, I put together a