In the Middle are the Horsemen

We have packed this issue with coaching articles from a variety of trainers and coaches to help with your horsemanship practice. In this issue, we have a number of articles focused on helping both you and your horse to improve confidence. Natasha continues her A to Z of confidence, this time focusing on Image, Jealousy, Knowledge and Luck. Freddy Steele has 5 Ways to Build Your Horse's Confidence and 5 Ways to Build Your Confidence.

We're now 5 issues into 2021, a year that has been almost as unsettling as 2020. The good news though is that the western riding community has been out in force at this year's western shows. To celebrate, with the help of Davies Photography, we have a great feature showcasing two of the end of year shows.

Are you struggling with your riding confidence? You are not alone, nearly everyone will be affected by a stage of low confidence. Here are our tips for working through low confidence to achieve the horse riding experience you desire.