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

WHAT TO WATCH

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Lightning Fast Jump-Off Turns

Canadian Grand Prix superstar and Olympian, Hugh Graham, reveals & demonstrates his techniques to achieve your tightest, tidiest jump-off turns.…

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Form Follows Function Over Fences

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Form Follows Function Over Fences

In this topic, the second in a series, Cynthia Hankins, shares with us her insight into some of the common…

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Equitation Tips – Seats on Course

In the third video from the Equitation Tip Series, Bernie discusses a quality that the top equitation riders possess –…

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Improving Your Flying Changes

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Improving Your Flying Changes

A lot of issues can crop up that result in less than perfect flying changes. Perhaps your horse anticipates or…

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Hackamores

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Hackamores

Irish Olympian, Damian Gardiner, shares his expertise on hackamores. If you are considering trying a hackamore on your horse, get…

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Trailer Loading the Difficult Horse

For anyone who has endured the frustration of a horse that won’t load, this video is a must see. Jose…

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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.

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