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

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

Have you ever been so busy that you ...

In a new regular column, we highlight some of the best ideas being shared on the Barefoot Coaching blogs on psychologies. co.uk . We will select interesting pieces published by Barefoot alumni to bring you fresh coaching insights. This month, meet CBT therapist and coach Ted Bradshaw

It had been a long week. Multiple meetings, ...