From the stable
Training
Horse training from the ground up: groundwork, saddle work, starting a young horse and the mistakes that slow progress down.
9 November 2026
Winter horse exercise: safety before the training plan
I adapt winter training to footing, fitness and weather. I explain daily movement, gradual warm-up and choosing safe, appropriate exercises.
20 October 2026
Working in a round pen: first steps without chasing
A round pen is not a place to chase a horse until it is tired. I show how I use it for conversation, attention and connection.
19 October 2026
Bringing a horse back after a break: restarting training
After winter, injury or a long rest a horse does not start where it stopped. Here is how I plan a safe, gradual return.
13 October 2026
Your first riding lesson: clothing, safety and meeting the horse
What to wear to your first riding lesson, how to stay safe around horses and how meeting the horse works before you mount.
12 October 2026
Horse riding for kids: when can a child start and how to choose a school
From what age can a child ride, what are the benefits of riding for kids and what parents should look for in a trail riding preparation programme.
8 October 2026
How to ride a horse: balance, body position and first cues
Riding basics for beginners: correct seat, balance, use of hands and legs, and your first cues to go, turn and stop.
26 September 2026
How to Choose Your First Horse
Age, temperament, training and health — what to look for when buying your first horse and which mistakes to avoid.
22 September 2026
Horse Training Tips: 7 Mistakes Almost Everyone Makes
The most common horse training mistakes are not about technique but about communication. Seven mistakes I see most often — and how to fix them.
20 September 2026
Groundwork Exercises for Horses: 5 Basics for Better Communication
Groundwork is the foundation of all serious horse training. Here are five basic exercises that build trust, respect and responsiveness — without force.
19 September 2026
Horse Trainer in Croatia: What to Expect From Quality Training
A practical guide for owners looking for a horse trainer in Croatia: assessment, training plans, safety and signs of genuine progress.
18 September 2026
Horse Trainer in Zagreb: How to Choose an Approach That Builds Trust
Looking for a horse trainer in Zagreb? Learn what to check before the first session and how to recognise training that builds communication, safety and trust.
17 September 2026
How to choose a horse trainer: 7 questions before you decide
A real horse trainer sells a system, not tricks. Seven questions that reveal whether someone works methodically or only acts confident.
15 September 2026
Horse training: building a plan your horse understands
Good horse training is not a collection of tricks but a system: small lessons, clear communication and enough time for the horse to truly understand each step.
14 September 2026
Horse riding for beginners: balance first, then cues
Good riding starts in the seat, not in the hands. How to build the balance that makes your horse understand you on its own.
7 September 2026
Horse Won't Stand Still: Stillness Is Taught, Not Demanded
Why your horse cannot stand still and how to turn stillness into the reward.
30 August 2026
Dynamics of Horse Training
A complex process of adapting and planning activities for the development and improvement of horses — from sports competitions to therapeutic work and health training.