Equestrian Coach was created to make quality education accessible and affordable to every equestrian, regardless of their background, their level, or their geographic location. Our philosophy is this: seek out the very best instructors in the world and youʼll get the very best online instruction in the world. We round up the most talented equestrians on the planet, capture their expertise on video and deliver it directly to you. The content is clear, concise and affordable, presented in the best quality available today. You can immerse yourself in a variety of lessons for hours at a time in the comfort of your home. You only have 10 minutes to spare? You can pick up a valuable tidbit and then go out and practice it with your horse right away. We have set out to become your powerful online resource, opening the door to knowledge and insight that, before now, only the very elite in the sport were privy to. Let Equestrian Coach be a portal to higher equestrian education.
What YOU have at your fingertips when you join:
The Fundamentals of Flatwork with Bernie Traurig. This amazing trilogy – Basic, Intermediate and Advanced, makes up the backbone of this siteʼs evergrowing video library. Regardless of your level or chosen jumping discipline, the core principles revealed in these videos are simple enough for the average rider and sophisticated enough for the most advanced. Your horse will benefit whether he is dead green or a savvy horse show veteran. Bernie beautifully demonstrates how the development of a solid foundation on the flat is key to horse and rider cohesiveness over jumps, “flatwork over fences.” At each level, Bernie will teach you the most uncomplicated & effective way to communicate with your horse. It is this practiced dialogue between horse and rider that leads to seamless harmony in the ring. Youʼll find this series to be an invaluable tool that you will refer to over and again, gleaning new and vital insight every time.
Basic Fundamentals of Flatwork. The first of the series, this video outlines a simple, progressive method of flatwork for all jumping disciplines. It focusses on the training of a young or inexperienced horse with the aim to achieve obedience to light rein and leg aids, and assumes the rider is familiar with the proper techniques of riding and jumping. But you do not have to be a highly experienced or seasoned rider because Bernieʼs strategies are clear, straight-forward, classic and timeless. The Basic level highlights his favorite exercises that can be incorporated into anyoneʼs training program.
Intermediate Fundamentals of Flatwork. If you have the Basic level down, you and your horse are ready for more of Bernieʼs proven supplemental training techniques This video teaches you how to put the polish on your performance by blending these potent methods into your everyday training program. You will learn how to build on the fluency with which you and your horse have come to communicate. For most horses, mastering this level will be sufficient to perform well in any show ring.
Advanced Fundamentals of Flatwork. The Advanced level further illustrates Bernieʼs refined, simplified approach. If your goal is a higher level of performance or to achieve a greater brilliance and quality of gait, this video is for you.
Monthly Guest Coach topics with equestrian icons and superstars. You will take away something new and exciting from every Guest Coach we have to offer. Their teaching styles are as unique as the individuals themselves. Equestrian Coach gathers equestrians of such great stature, they are known and respected around the world. You can learn from all of them, all in one place, viewing their videos as many times as you want, without trailering your horse anywhere! Guest Coaches choose their own favorite topics, sharing the secrets that they rely on for their own success.
Monthly in-depth topics with Bernie Traurig. As a clinician, Bernie travels the country encountering issues that commonly plague equestrians and equines at every level. With this in mind, Bernie designs these comprehensive videos to shed light on specific riding and training tactics that will reinforce proper methods and combat chronic weaknesses. Bernie modernizes and gives relevance to classic, cornerstone principles, resulting in powerful and productive monthly contributions to your continuing equine education.
Monthly Horsemanship topics. At the end of the day, the most important thing to remember is to be a good horseman or horsewoman. We are blessed, as horse lovers, that the objects of our affection are so willing to comply with our bizarre demands. Equestrian Coach strives to make better horsemen/women of all itʼs members, not just better riders and trainers. For this reason, we make available videos that pertain to horse health and horse care. We rely on the top veterinarians, farriers, dentists, nutritionists, chiropractors, therapists and specialists in the industry to deliver the latest pertinent, germane information to our subscribers.
“As a group, they are probably more generous, more forgiving, and less neurotic than people; but they are all different, and all living.”
– William Steinkraus.
Grassroots. These are our most broad-based, must-know basics, presented as a potpourri of horse related tidbits that will enrich every equestrianʼs education. The information offered in these segments pertain to safety, common sense and correctness. The aim of our Grassroot topics are to teach something brand new to one viewer, while perhaps reminding another of something theyʼd forgotten.
Kidʼs Corner with Guest Kids! These video segments look to the kids who remind us all of the simple pleasures horses and riding give us. Each video spotlights a kid who will share anything from a home-made recipe for saddle soap, to a silly horsey game, to a clever way to remain organized on show day. Kidʼs Corner not only provides great ideas & strategies that build responsibility, but gets our younger equestrians connected & inspired, and just adds some light-hearted fun to Equestrian Coach’s extensive educational library.
In the Spotlight with… Get ready to satisfy your inner groupie! These monthly videos invite the viewer to experience an interview with some of the sportʼs hottest superstars and legends. The conversations are unrehearsed, the sentiments are real. Youʼll feel inspired having a personal window into the mind of our amazing equestrian guests as they give a play by play of their greatest performances.
EquestrianCoach.com Etcetera. These special interest segments cover a wide variety of topics. You might see a behind the scenes glimpse of an International horse show, or a clinic session with a top professional, or be introduced to influential horsemen & horsewomen who have helped shape the sport. You’ll discover a virtual treasure trove of videos that are educational, entertaining and speak to all equestrians.