Welcome to Equestrian Coach.

The world’s leading online training site for equestrians, led by legendary horseman Bernie Traurig.

Affordable, timeless education.
A Library of over 300 videos, including the complete series of the American Hunter/Jumper Forward Riding System.
65 Olympic and World-Class coaches sharing their knowledge on various topics.
All disciplines for every level, from beginner to advanced.
Educational discounts available.
Access to our "Ask the Experts" Q&A.
What Makes Us Different

Equestrian Coach provides affordable access to comprehensive, classical training and techniques derived from distinguished masters of the sport and modernized for today's jumping disciplines. The core instruction on the site follows the timeless principles of the American Hunter/Jumper Forward Riding System, presented in its entirety, and will benefit those in any jumping discipline at any level.

Membership to EquestrianCoach opens the door to a wealth of knowledge provided by some of the best riders, coaches and industry professionals the world has to offer. We bring you the best from Show Jumping, Hunters, Equitation, Dressage, Eventing, and Western Reining Olympians and World Champions. We also feature top veterinarians, farriers, judges, course designers, sports psychologists, and a wide array of accomplished equestrian specialists with years of expertise to share.

World-Class Coaching

WHAT TO WATCH

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Understanding Colic

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Understanding Colic

Veterinarian, Dr. Robert Brusie, surgeon at the Palm Beach Equine Medical Center, discusses the signs and treatments of abdominal pain…

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Developing Good Hands

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Developing Good Hands

In this topic Bernie discusses the vital role good hands play in the communication between rider and horse. Tactful, sensitive…

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What To Look For In An Equitation Prospect

Missy Clark and her students test and evaluate five young horses to determine their suitability and aptitude for the equitation…

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Shortening And Lengthening Exercises Over Jumps

Join Julie Winkel & her students as they demonstrate exercises designed to shorten & lengthen the horse’s stride within lines.…

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Demystifying the Inside Leg to Outside Rein

These days you hear the phrase “inside leg to outside rein” tossed around in schooling rings and during lessons with…

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Building Blocks to a Great Position: Part 5 To Sit or Not to Sit

Bernie discusses all the different seats one uses on course and where they apply with show ring footage from some…

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Our renowned coaches are industry masters in many disciplines including Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation, Dressage, Eventing, and Western Reining. Equestrian Coach presents the Forward Riding System in its entirety: A complete system that includes position of the rider, aids that control the horse, and a progressive schooling system for the horse.

Explore our extensive video library designed for every level of rider or instructor. 

Clinics and Workshops with Bernie

Jumpers | Equitation | Hunters | Eventing
Organized at your stable. Private, semi-private, or commercial.
All ages and levels from novice to professional.

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