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Western riding - from ranch work to a prestigious competition sport

Western riding has its roots in the work of cowboys and is now one of the most popular riding styles in the world. Disciplines such as reining, trail and western pleasure are all part of western riding. Find out all about this traditional riding style.

Bridle, noseband and snaffle: construction, types and differences

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.

The Nürnberger Burg-Pokal - Highlight For Young Dressage Horses

The Nürnberger Burg-Pokal is one of the most important competition series for promising dressage youngsters. Festhallenturnier Frankfurt.

Marvin Jüngel: From talented youngster to two-time derby winner

From young rider from Zwickau to winner of the Hamburg Derby - Marvin Jüngel impresses the equestrian world.

Marcus Hermes: A life for equestrian sport

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

Portrait of Heike Kemmer

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

André Thieme: The path of a front-runner

André Thieme is an outstanding show jumper who excels on both national and international stages. His path from dressage rider to successful show jumper and his impressive successes are remarkable.

Michael Jung: From apprentice to Olympic champion

Michael "Michi" Jung - the all-round gold rider: double Olympic champion, first ever Grand Slam winner, qualified rider, master of equestrian business and honorary citizen of the town of Horb am Neckar.

Sandra Auffarth: Her greatest successes and the life behind them

From her beginnings with the pony Faryno to Olympic gold medals and world championship titles - discover the inspiring story of a true equestrian legend.

Portrait of Philipp Weishaupt

Find out all about Philipp Weishaupt, the renowned German show jumper, his impressive successes in international equestrian sport and his collaboration with Ludger Beerbaum.

Holger Wulschner: A life for show jumping

Holger Wulschner, a prominent name in German equestrian sport, embodies a remarkable career with his passion and dedication for horses, which has taken him from humble beginnings in the former GDR to the top of international show jumping.

Hubertus Schmidt: A portrait of the riding master

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.

Katharina Hemmer: passion, perseverance and precision

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.

Portrait of Christian Ahlmann

Christian Ahlmann, one of the most successful German show jumpers, has made a name for himself worldwide with outstanding performances and legendary horses such as Taloubet Z.

Portrait of Chloe Reid

Chloe Reid, a talented American show jumper, has established herself on the international equestrian scene with exceptional performances and is one of the most promising riders of her generation.

Gerrit Nieberg: From Family Tradition to Triumph in Aachen

Gerrit Nieberg, an outstanding talent in international equestrian sport, has made a name for himself through hard work and unwavering commitment.

Jeroen Dubbeldam: The Dutch legend in show jumping

Jeroen Dubbeldam is one of the greatest show jumpers of all time, the only Dutchman to have won Olympic, World Championship and European individual gold.

Julia Krajewski: From Nordhorn via Tokyo to Paris

Find out more about her career, her greatest successes and the horses that made her one of the most successful German riders.

Portrait of Christian Kukuk

Find out more about his successes, his remarkable horses such as Mumbai and Checker, and his participation in international competitions, including the Olympic Games.

Daniel Deusser: A portrait of the show jumping champion

Daniel Deusser is one of the best show jumpers in the world. Find out everything about Daniel Deusser, from successful horses and philosophy to the show jumper's career

Learn horse riding: Tips for beginners, adults & children | Benefits & equipment

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.

Cavaletti Training - The Best Tips and Exercises

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

Endurance riding: Everything you need to know at a glance

In this article, you will learn all about endurance riding - a fascinating equestrian discipline that takes us on a unique journey with our beloved partner, the horse.

Find a riding school: Tips and criteria for a successful search

Find the perfect riding school with our practical checklist. Discover important criteria for the ideal riding lessons, qualified riding instructors and species-appropriate keeping of the school horses to ensure you enjoy riding.

Hanoverian horses: Character, breeding and special features of the popular horse breed

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.

Lily Attwood: Up-and-coming British show jumper with big ambitions

Lily Attwood is a talented British show jumper who has made a name for herself in international equestrian sport with her impressive performances and tireless ambition.

Wilton Porter: Success in international show jumping and visionary horse entrepreneur

Find out more about Wilton Porter, a rising star in international show jumping who impresses both as a rider and as an equestrian entrepreneur.

Riding Bareback: A Comprehensive Guide

Riding bareback is a great experience that brings both rider and horse closer together. This type of riding offers a special connection and can have both physical and psychological benefits.

Riding participation: Advantages, costs and opportunities for riders and horse owners

Sharing a horse is a good way of learning how to handle horses and finding out whether you would be up to owning your own horse.

Riding badges in equestrian sport

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

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