Dressage

Optimize your horse's muscle development: nutrition, training and care for a strong, healthy horse.

Hoof beat figures improve riding and promote communication between horse and rider - tips, common mistakes when riding track figures and training ideas for varied riding lessons

Learning to ride is possible for children, adults and beginners of all ages - whether classical or western style. Discover how you can learn to ride at a walk, canter or through intensive courses. Get tips for your first riding lesson and find out when children can learn to ride safely.

Discover the benefits of cavaletti training for horses: improve coordination, rhythm and agility through varied exercises.

Jessica von Bredow-Werndl and TSF Dalera defend their title and win the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final in Omaha again this year.

Buying your own horse is a dream that many riders have. Buying a horse requires careful consideration, not only because of the cost of the horse, but also to find a horse that suits your needs.

Learn all about horse saddles: from their construction and function to choosing the right saddle for your horse.

Discover everything you need to know about the Hanoverian horse breed: history, breeding, famous horses and why these sport horses are popular worldwide in dressage and show jumping.

Find out all about the Bundeschampionat, the most important show for young horses in Germany, and discover the stars of tomorrow in dressage, show jumping and eventing.

Matthias Alexander Rath, German dressage rider, is known for his successes with Totilas and Thiago. Find out more about his horses, successes and his life.

Find out everything about international and regional horse shows, as well as the latest results and news from the equestrian world.

The most important information about the FEI World Cup™ can be found here.

This week's edition of our Equestrian Preview is all about the FEI World Cup™ Finals in Dressage, Show Jumping & Vaulting in Omaha, Nebraska in the USA.

Uta Gräf is one of the most renowned dressage riders in Germany and is known for her horse-friendly philosophy and unconventional approach to dressage.

Learn all about Katharina Hemmer, a leading German dressage rider who achieves impressive success with talent, hard work and a deep connection to her horses.

Riding champion, Olympic champion and renowned trainer, Hubertus Schmidt has had an impressive career that has made him one of the most influential personalities in dressage sport.

Experience the success story of dressage rider Isabell Werth and her extraordinary horses.

Marcus Hermes is an outstanding professional rider whose success story is closely linked to his unique relationship with his horses.

Heike Kemmer is a renowned dressage rider with an impressive career characterized by numerous national and international successes.

With passion, talent and hard work, she has achieved numerous successes on the national and international stage. This article sheds light on her life, her career and the special horses that have accompanied her along the way.

Raphael Netz, a name that has become an integral part of the dressage world. He was drawn to horses as a child, and what began as a passion has developed into an impressive career.

Bitless riding is becoming increasingly popular among riders who are looking for a gentler and more horse-friendly way of riding. But what exactly does it mean to ride a horse bitless?

What is a bridle? How is it constructed and what is the difference to a snaffle? We explain all this and more in this article.

Dressage is an equestrian discipline with classes ranging from beginner lessons to demanding tests, such as those seen at international tournaments, the CHIO Aachen or the Olympic Games. The focus is on gymnastics, keeping the horse healthy and a partnership between horse and rider.

Riding badges play a central role in equestrian sport and serve as recognized benchmarks for the professional qualification and ability of riders.

The Olympic Games in equestrian sports have a long tradition, but in the beginning women were not allowed to compete. Equestrian sport is now one of the few sports at the Olympic Games where women and men have equal rights.

Whether jumping, dressage, eventing, driving or western riding, Haflinger horses are becoming increasingly popular in all riding styles.

Mathilde Merethe Klaesson wins the 63rd German Dressage Derby and Marvin Jüngel the 92nd German Jumping Derby in Hamburg.

From dressage and show jumping to eventing and western riding - discover the various equestrian disciplines and the art of harmonious interaction between rider and horse.

The long wait for the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final to begin finally came to an end today.

The IFRF is the meeting place for the best riders just before Christmas. Find out everything about the International Festhalle Riding Tournament in Frankfurt.

Here you can find out everything you need to know about the CHIO Aachen 2023! Who is taking part in the World Equestrian Festival, when and where you can watch the competitions and what you can look forward to at this year's CHIO Aachen!