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Jeanne Foster has used core riding techniques to train her students over the past         15 years and has agreed to come to Liberty Farm for a Riders Series during April &        May.   Jeanne hopes that you will come each week to develop your skill level and in order to enjoy riding so much more than prior to learning these skills.

RSVP with Cindi Haack:  chaack@ aol.com or 608 832 6616                                     You can also contact Jeanne Foster at horsedancer @mhtc.

2010 Spring Riding Series - Limited to 6 Riders per Session                                          Location:  Liberty Farm, Mount Vernon, WI  (Indoor & Outdoor Arena)                     Start time 11:00am - Fee is $30 each session, each rider                                             April 10, 11 -  April 24, 25  -  May 1, 2  - May  8, 9  -  May 15,16

Core Riding Training builds balance, confidence and coordination for the riders and a system of communicating with the horse that is simple. This  training builds a solid foundation which  includes an education in the application of the aids (communication with your horse using your seat, legs, and hands with the correct amount of pressure). Safety is our number one concern for  rider and horse both. We welcome you to get involved in our lesson program with any breed of horse!

Some students of equitation may think that core riding and equitation techniques are only suitable for students of dressage. In fact, that’s not the case. Whether you’re eventing or competing in the hunter-jumper ring or involved in any other riding discipline especially the recreational rider who plans to meet the rigors of a trail,  these techniques can help you to improve your riding pleasure through relaxation and ability to follow the horses movement which causes less stress for you and your horse.

Benefits of Core Riding:

  • Safety: Gaining the ability to stay seated in the saddle no matter what movement your horse makes, helps to ensure your well being and safety.    Learn where the correct position in the saddle is located for each individual rider and  how to get and stay there...
  • Balance & Coordination: Exercises for  balance and to develop coordination throughout your body will assist you to maintain that "velcro" seat. 
  • Use of the Aids The balance and coordination that we develop for your seat serves to refine your hand, seat, and leg aids increasing their efficiency which in turn requires less work on your part! Confidence to know how and where to place yourself in the saddle to remain safe while also having complete control over your aids and actions gives way to a new sense of  confidence and clearer communication with your horse.
  • Competitive Edge: While not all riding is about competing, certainly those who want to improve their performance both in and out of the show ring will find benefit. Learn how to ride  with ease, with quiet legs and hands, and with minimal effort on your part. Influence the horse with any of aids you choose while learning to do so with  incredibly subtle and refined aids and more clear communication between you and your horse.
  • Absolutely For All Riders of any breed of horse: Whether you just want to roll down the trail on a beautiful day, create a musical kur, love to jump, hack your horse or compete in western, core training will benefit you! What all riders have in common is the desire to stay safely and confidently in the saddle while improving the responsiveness and performance of their horse with minimal effort. Core riding skills presents the possibility of all these desires!

Jeanne in 2006 Midwest Horse Fair

Jeanne 2009 Larry Whitesell Clinic