Welcome to Equestrian Coach.
The world’s leading online training site for equestrians, led by legendary horseman Bernie Traurig.
Affordable, timeless education.
A Library of over 300 videos, including the complete series of the American Hunter/Jumper Forward Riding System.
65 Olympic and World-Class coaches sharing their knowledge on various topics.
All disciplines for every level, from beginner to advanced.
Educational discounts available.
Access to our "Ask the Experts" Q&A.
What Makes Us Different
Equestrian Coach provides affordable access to comprehensive, classical training and techniques derived from distinguished masters of the sport and modernized for today's jumping disciplines. The core instruction on the site follows the timeless principles of the American Hunter/Jumper Forward Riding System, presented in its entirety, and will benefit those in any jumping discipline at any level.
Membership to EquestrianCoach opens the door to a wealth of knowledge provided by some of the best riders, coaches and industry professionals the world has to offer. We bring you the best from Show Jumping, Hunters, Equitation, Dressage, Eventing, and Western Reining Olympians and World Champions. We also feature top veterinarians, farriers, judges, course designers, sports psychologists, and a wide array of accomplished equestrian specialists with years of expertise to share.
World-Class Coaching
New and Popular Lessons
Help For The Habitual Circler
We’ve all done it … you’re headed toward a fence, you don’t see a distance, indecision overwhelms you, panic blinds…
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First Jumps Under Saddle Part 1
First Jumps Under Saddle Part 1: 4-Year-Old Horses With Only 60 Days Under Tack Linda Allen, FEI & USEF Judge…
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Mastering Flatwork Over Fences – Advanced
A complete progressive forward-riding training system. The Advanced level further illustrates Bernie’s modern, refined and simplified approach. If your goal…
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The Independent Seat
Denny Emerson discusses the importance of a seat that can absorb the concussion of the horse’s gaits, where the core…
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Cynthia Hankins’ Favorite Flat Exercises
Cynthia Hankins, top trainer, clinician and ”R” judge, gives us her personal favorite flat exercises designed to maximize the horse’s…
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Setting Up The Lead Change
In this session Team Karazissis describe & demonstrate exercises that establish direct communication to the three main parts of the…
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Explore Our Topics
Our renowned coaches are industry masters in many disciplines including Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation, Dressage, Eventing, and Western Reining. Equestrian Coach presents the Forward Riding System in its entirety: A complete system that includes position of the rider, aids that control the horse, and a progressive schooling system for the horse.
Explore our extensive video library designed for every level of rider or instructor.
Clinics and Workshops with Bernie
Jumpers | Equitation | Hunters | Eventing
Organized at your stable. Private, semi-private, or commercial.
All ages and levels from novice to professional.