Confidence comes from trusting your skills because if you know you can stop, going forward doesn’t feel so nerve-wracking. Bethany Stone observes this being put to the test

Dark nights mean you’re taking your riding indoors? Eventer and coach Lucy Jackson helps you blitz those indoor competition woes

Loud noises and strange, unexpected sounds can happen at any moment, potentially spooking a horse and triggering their natural flight instinct. Charlotte Cooper finds out how to turn a noise-sensitive mount into a steady neddy to ensure a confident ride

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Whether you’re a professional racer or an average Joe, there are plenty of simple changes you can make to improve your fun and performance on the bike. Over the following pages, coach Chris Kilmurray

Focus on the detail and see your dressage marks soar. Top trainer Jess Carr shares a jewel of an exercise with Helen Milbank