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Hearthstone Schooling Show May 2014

Claire on Griffin, Jillian, Allison on Socs Great weekend here at Right Start Dressage.  Six horse and rider pairs competed at the Hearthstone Riding Stables schooling show on Saturday.  The weather was perfect!  Michelle Johnson started out the day riding … Continue reading

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Tough Lessons from Hans Biss

After my busy weekends away this month, it was a relief to stay at the barn this weekend! I rode with Hans Biss from Germany for 4 days this past week. I ride with Hans on a regular basis and–like … Continue reading

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Stephen Clarke Symposium Part II: What It Takes to Get a 10

Stacy, this post is for you! Part I of my synopsis of the Stephen Clarke symposium put on by Austin Dressage Unlimited was about specifics for the judges.  I think this part–while directed at judges–can help all of us as … Continue reading

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A Weekend with FEI Judge Stephen Clarke

While we had the first good weather in a week, I spent those days soaking up great information instead of sun.  I would have enjoyed being outside and riding a few horses, but I do think my time was well … Continue reading

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A Trip to Wellington

Well it’s back to reality here in cold Houston, Texas; quite a shock after sunny southern Florida.  I found myself making my annual January pilgrimage to Wellington this past week.  This is truly the horse capital of the world in … Continue reading

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