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
A Schooling Session with Peter Wylde
Olympian Peter Wylde works with a young jumper on the flat, through gymnastics and over a course in preparation for…
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Could the OTTB Be the Right Horse for You?
Denny Emerson takes a look at a sampling of “off the track Thoroughbreds,” or OTTBs, that have found second careers…
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Riding on the Bit
For some equestrians it is the ultimate goal – to get your horse on the bit and experience that suppleness…
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Equitation Tips – Legs
Bernie further breaks down equitation to it’s component parts, referencing the great examples of beautiful and effective riding that we…
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Building Blocks to a Great Position: Part 5 To Sit or Not to Sit
Building Blocks to a Great Position: Part 5 To Sit or Not to Sit
Bernie discusses all the different seats one uses on course and where they apply with show ring footage from some…
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Second Level Dressage
The movements in Second Level are designed to show that the horse accepts more weight on the hindquarters, moves with…
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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.