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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Starting the Young or Green Horse Over Jumps – Part One

Join Bernie and Hanna Mauritzson on Conquistador in this series that starts with a young horse’s very first introduction to…

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The Independent Seat

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The Independent Seat

Denny Emerson discusses the importance of a seat that can absorb the concussion of the horse’s gaits, where the core…

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Getting Over Fear

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Getting Over Fear

Mental Skills Coach, Tonya Johnston, shares some strategies you can use to get past an event or situation that is,…

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A Gymnastic For All Jumping Disciplines

Join Hope and Ned Glynn as they share one of their favorite gymnastics, one that enhances the performance of hunters,…

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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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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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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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