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‘A native pony must scream type, including in its movement’: meet the 2025 Royal International M&M judge for conformation -
Bed and breakfast for the horses – the 1% details that drive a world number one to the pinnacle of their sport -
‘These are Irish Draughts, not Valegro – don’t try to make them look like something they’re not’: 2025 Royal International Irish Draught judge on what he’ll be looking for -
How to manage horses for a long and successful career – the Harry Meade way -
‘First and foremost and above all else, these ponies must safely carry a small child’: meet the RIHS plaited mini judge -
How to get your horse fit like world number one event rider Harry Meade -
Off to jump the RIHS workers at Hickstead? Here’s one expert’s insight into the course and how to train for success -
Time to shine: how to nail your individual show to dazzle the judges -
‘I don’t belong here!’ Riding alongside our idols can lead to impostor syndrome cramping our competitive ability – here’s how to put those feelings to bed -
First impressions count in the show ring: why the go-round can make or break your class – and how to ace it -
Is your competition season not going as you’d hoped? Here’s how to fix it… -
Rewarding or hair-raising? 6 expert tips for preparing mares and foals to be a breeder’s shop window in the show ring -
Curious about clicker training? Start with these two simple exercises -
Clicker training: an expert guide to why, how and when to use it to benefit your horse -
If you’ve lost your jumping mojo, check out these 5 nuggets of expert advice to get your confidence back on track -
Effortless elegance (or so it seems): refine your side-saddle skills to glide to the top of the ladies’ show horse line-up -
Want to be more balanced in the saddle? Try these unmounted exercises at home to boost your performance in the saddle -
If riding in groups provokes feelings of fear and inadequacy, here’s how to turn that to your advantage -
Stand and deliver to stay top of the line-up – why stillness in the show ring matters more than you think
