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June 26, 2025 12 mins

The circle: probably the most ridden shape in every arena session... And yet, how often do we actually ride it with intention?

In this Strides Revisited episode, we’re breathing fresh energy into the humble circle and showing you how to use it as a powerful tool for improving your horse’s balance, rhythm, and responsiveness.

You’ll learn 3 simple yet transformative exercises that you can ride today, no special equipment required. And these exercises will allow you to make more of the circles in your daily riding.

“So many riders lose the opportunity to improve both themselves and their horse… Simply because they’re not intentionally riding the circle.”

In This Episode, You’ll Discover:

  • ✅ Why most riders waste time on aimless circles

  • ✅ How to ride consistent, purposeful strides around the circle

  • ✅ The power of leg yielding on a circle to develop suppleness and straightness

  • ✅ How to master accurate transitions without losing balance or rhythm

  • ✅ Creative ways to mark out your circle (using poles, cones, even your jacket!)

Whether you're schooling at home, working solo, or just getting back into the rhythm of riding, these exercises will challenge you and your horse in all the right ways.

Read the full post and get all of the links at:- https://stridesforsuccess.com/episode1220-3-exercises-to-ride-on-a-circle/


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