For 50 years, Practical Horseman has brought readers in-depth articles on the discipline of dressage from trainers at the pinnacle of the sport. These included those from the Spanish Riding School, German bereiters and Olympians.
As the sport grew in popularity, riders and trainers in other disciplines saw the value of dressage training and how it helped their horses’ performances. In fact, one of the main sentiments repeated over and over is that every horse can benefit from and excel in dressage training. And while many articles in PH focused on the importance of laying the groundwork and the basics, there were just as many nuanced and technical articles for experienced riders and horses.
also focused on the personal side of the sport, with profiles on up-and-comers and those already making their mark. The magazine also covered competition, examining the strengths and weaknesses of
