by Danielle Reisch
by Danielle Reisch
Show me your horse and I’ll tell you who you are. In today’s fast-paced world, many of us move through life feeling disconnected; from our bodies, from others, and from ourselves. Anxiety, stress, and constant stimulation can leave us scattered and overwhelmed. But sometimes, the path back to ourselves doesn’t begin with more thinking or …
Riding is as much a mental game as it is a physical one. Whether you’re returning to riding after a break or stepping up to a new challenge, the anticipation can be daunting. I’ve been there—watching others navigate cross-country courses with ease, feeling a mix of longing and regret for not being out there myself. …
Whether you’re heading into a lesson, a show test, or a simple schooling session, the quality of your ride often mirrors the quality of your warm-up. Taking a methodical approach—focusing first on rhythm, connection, and relaxation, the foundational elements of the training scale—is key. A purposeful warm-up helps both horse and rider find their balance …
For quite some time, I’ve been considering growing my remote coaching client base. I love teaching and watching the progress unfold between horse and rider. But being strictly mobile here in Germany has its challenges. Most of my days are spent driving from stable to stable, which limits how many students I can support in …
Some people know this about me, most don’t, but when I was eighteen I worked young Thoroughbreds on the track. I backed, prepped and reschooled the retirees for a breeder back home in BC, Canada. The facility laid claim to its own private, one-mile sand track, edged by unkept turf, also known as grass, and …
Welcome to DaRe Horses where I’ll be sharing my thoughts, processes and ideologies on developing horses for long lasting success, as well as insights and tips from my life as a trainer and coach. Always feel free to drop me a comment or get in touch! Danielle