The Dressage Connection

In this episode, Beth introduces rider specific exercise physiologist Natasha Gunston, also known as The Eventing Physiologist to chat about how you can improve your position off the horse as a taste of what you can expect from her as a guest coach inside The Dressage Dream.   Work with us in The Dressage Dream.   You can find Beth: On her Instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her F...

In case you've ever wondered what the judges are thinking... Ally O'Neill is here to shed light on what's going on, on the other side of the centerline. Ally shares her perspective as a trainer, coach & A level Judge while giving her insights into what goes into the training & ring craft behind a 70% dressage test [spolier: "it's very achievable"] as a taste of what you're going to ge...

The future of dressage has arrived. In this episode Beth breaks down how her online programs compare to traditional lessons.   You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:   www.bcperformancehorses.com   Program Links: FREE Guide To Getting The Most Out Of Your Rides...

New Year ~ Let's go! Did you end 2023 feeling like "wtf just happend?" Beth shares how 2023 didn't go to plan for her & she's pivoting her short term goals in 2024. She walks you through her goal setting strategy to inspire your own goals for the new year.   You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication...

It's time to stop making excuses and start owning your dressage dreams. In this episode, Beth outlines the things that are holding you and your horse back from reaching your full potential in your riding. You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:   www.bcperformancehorses.com &n...

Ever wondered when is the right time to move up a level in dressage? Find out in this episode of The Dressage Connection. You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:   www.bcperformancehorses.com   Grab Beth's FREE   Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your Rides  Here...

In this episode, Beth tells her story of how she came to the decision to  never  go against her gut feelings in her riding & gives advice on how you can do the same. You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:   www.bcperformancehorses.com   Grab Beth's FREE &nb...

Stop struggling with your horses topline. Beth shares the secrets to developing your horses topline so you can stop asking random Facebook Groups who leave you feeling more confused than when you started.   You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:   www.bcperformancehorses...

Get on your horses wave length. In this episode of The Dressage Connection, Beth guides you through horse psychology & gives you some tools to let your horse guide you through your training.   Grab Beth's FREE   Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your Rides  Here .   You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage C...

In this special episode of The Dressage Connection, Beth interviews Hanoverian Breeder Kaitlin Colless where they discuss her breeding program, travelling to Germany to meet stallions, the process of breeding using Frozen semen, her tips for new breeders & more.   You can find Kaitlin: On Facebook . On Instagram .   You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In...

Beth takes you on a deep dive through the elusive  Inside Leg to Outside Rein Connection.    For a deeper look into straightness, bend & the lateral movements ~ check out her  Dressage Gymnastics Masterclass .   For more information on the Foundational Series  go here  [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]....

Beth is back from her podcasting hiatas. In this episode she fills you in on her move with her 3 horses from NSW, to QLD Australia. She shares her travel journey, her tips for travelling horses interstate & what's next for her & her horses.     Grab my  FREE Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your Rides  Here .   For more information on the Foundational Series ...

Beth shares how she uses lunging, long reining & short steps in hand to develop quality in her horses from young horses to FEI horses.   For more information on the Foundational Series  go here  [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. To find out more about the FROM THE GROUND UP Masterclass: go here   You can find Beth: On...

If you're considering investing in professional training for your horse, whether with Beth or with someone else, this is the podcast episode for you.  In this episode Beth opens up about what to expect when you invest in professional training as well as talking about her priorities as a trainer & breaking down her pricing. If you're interested in chatting to Beth about her train...

Beth talks you through her process behind training young horses to feel confident in correct foundations right from the beginning of their ridden career.   You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:   www.bcperformancehorses.com   If you enjoyed this episode make sure t...

The dreaded half halt - we've all heard of it, but do you understand it? In this episode Beth talks you through the half halt: what are they? when do you use them?  how do you ride them?   You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:   www.bcperformancehorses.com   I...

In this episode Beth takes you back through the experiences that shaped her understanding of the contact & gives insight into what she looks for when training contact, frame & connection in her horses.   For more information on the Foundational Series   go here   [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. For more information o...

Every horse can be a responsive horse with the right training! In this episode Beth takes you through the components that make it possible to train responsiveness in your horse.   For more information on the Foundational Series   go here   [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. For more informantion on the Build Your Responsive Hor...

Beth takes you behind the curtains of her riding career in the first episode of her new mini series “Behind The Rider". In this episode Beth interviews her mentor Emma Flavelle-Watts, where they discuss Emma's time in Germany, her Grand Prix career, training philosophy, competition strategy, building the ultimate equestrian property & more.   You can follow Emma On Instagram: @eflavellewa...

In this episode Beth talks you through her tips for finding the right trainer for you [spoiler: not every trainer is right for every rider] while also discussing her training philosophy & what she herself looks for in a trainer. You can find Beth: On her instagram:   @bcperformancehorses In her Facebook Community:   Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website &...

Join Beth as she goes back to basics to discuss the essential elements needed to train your dressage horse through the levels successfully - whether you have big dressage dreams or just want to do whats right by your horse. For more information on the Foundational Series  go here [don't forget to use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. You can find Be...

Get a feel for The Dressage Connection host Beth Carter, as she discusses her journey to finding her dressage connection. From horse mad kid being influenced in the dressage direction, to a hard working teen spending every school holidays experiencing what it was like to work in a professional stable, to getting on a plane and flying from Australia to Germany to spend 2 years as a working student,...

The Dressage Connection with Beth Carter is coming on May 17! If you're ready to simplify dressage training, build foundations that will support you through the levels, own your role as your horses trainer & fall back in love with riding your horse then subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss it!