In this episode, sponsored by ADM, co-hosts Stephanie Ruff and Aviva Nebesky talk about their latest dressage adventures. Aviva answers a great question about where riders throw away the most points during a test in her "Ask the L" segment.Together they interview Michelle King who is a “r” USEF Technical Delegate. Michelle, better known as “Shelli,” is an Adult Amateur rider who has competed through 2nd level. She has been on VADA/Nova’s Board of Directors since 2004, including a three-year stint as president, is currently Vice President of the Virginia Dressage Association and serves on the USDF’s TD Committees, is Vice Chair of the USDF’s Rules Advisory Working Group and a member of the USEF Rules Advisory Working Group. She has been a USDF PM delegate on and off for a number of years.Michelle retired in 2010 after working for the federal government for over 30 years. For most of her career, she worked at a federal law enforcement agency, serving as an HR program manager and the Associate Chief Counsel for Administration. She finds her legal training and mediation experience most useful for her role as a TD. In that capacity, she has travelled from Massachusetts to Florida and loves the opportunity to meet and interact with fellow horse enthusiasts.Link to transcript: https://dressagetoday.com/podcastWebsite: https://dressagetoday.comVideo Subscription Site: https://ondemand.dressagetoday.com/catalogSocial Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DressageTodayInstagram: @DressageTodayTwitter: @DressageTodayPinterest: @DressageTodayEmail: sruff@equinenetwork.comSponsor: www.admequine.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Season 2 Episode 11: Interview with Michelle King

In this episode, sponsored by ADM, host Stephanie Ruff talks about her recent trip to Wellington, Florida for the U.S Equestrian Dressage Mandatory Observation Event. Then co-host Aviva Nebesky explains her saddle pad “collection” and answers a listener’s question in her "Ask the L" segment.Together they interview long lining expert Jennifer Hoffman. Jennifer came up through the 4-H program in Pennsylvania. Her first horse was an off-track thoroughbred named Autumn Charm who she later named her farm after. She rode with Dana Bright, who is nationally known for driving and attended the University of Findlay in their Western Program. She spent time working for reining WEG Gold Medalist Dan Huss as well as Nandi Veterinary Associates foaling mares, handling stallions and young horses. In 2001 she branched out on her own and in 2004 bought her farm, Autumn Charm Sport Horses, located in Wrightsville, Pennsylvania, that offers boarding, lessons and breeding services. Her focus on dressage and long lining has come from riding with JJ Tate and learning to long line from Tate’s husband, Richard Malmgren.Link to transcript: https://dressagetoday.com/podcast/dressage-today-podcast-with-jennifer-hoffmanWebsite: https://dressagetoday.comVideo Subscription Site: https://ondemand.dressagetoday.com/catalogSocial Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DressageTodayInstagram: @DressageTodayTwitter: @DressageTodayPinterest: @DressageTodayEmail: sruff@equinenetwork.comSponsor: www.admequine.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2 Episode 10: Interview with Jennifer Hoffman

Thanks to Collegiate for sponsoring this episode. Listen to co-hosts Stephanie Ruff and Aviva Nebesky share stories of their horse history, and Aviva answers a listener’s question in her segment "Ask the L."Then Stephanie interviews international Grand Prix competitor Todd Flettrich. A native of New Orleans, Todd Flettrich is a veteran competitor and trainer at the FEI levels of dressage.  He won individual gold and team silver in the 1991 North American Junior/Young Rider Championships. Years later, Flettrich’s student won the same competition two years in a row. In 2010, he rode Otto, owned by Cherry Knoll Farm, during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Lexington, KY.  In 2012, Todd qualified with Otto as the alternate of the United States Dressage Team for the London Olympic Games. From being an Olympic contender to coaching some of the best riders in the world to international success, Flettrich is a veteran of the competition arena and a sought-after trainer and mentor. He resides year-round in Wellington, Fla.Link to transcript: https://dressagetoday.com/podcast/dressage-today-podcast-interview-todd-flettrichWebsite: https://dressagetoday.comVideo Subscription Site: https://ondemand.dressagetoday.com/catalogSocial Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DressageTodayInstagram: @DressageTodayTwitter: @DressageTodayPinterest: @DressageTodayEmail: sruff@equinenetwork.comSponsor:https://www.collegiatesaddlery.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2 Episode 9: Interview with Todd Flettrich

Thanks to Vita Flex for sponsoring this episode.In this special Olympic podcast, co-hosts Stephanie and Aviva share recent personal news, and Aviva answers another great question in "Ask the L." Then listen in on their interview with leading Olympic contender Adrienne Lyle. Born and raised in a small town in the state of Washington, horses have always been a part of Adrienne’s life. She first had the opportunity to ride with her future coach and Olympian Debbie McDonald as a working student in 2005. In 2006, Lyle earned the ride on Wizard, the 1999 Oldenburg gelding, owned by Peggy and Parry Thomas. The combination would move to the Grand Prix level together and win numerous prestigious titles, including the 2008 USEF Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup.’ They also competed individulally at the 2012 London Olympics. In 2018, she was selected to her second WEG team after competing on all three U.S. Dressage Nations Cup teams, helping the U.S. earn gold at FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA, bronze at FEI Dressage Nations Cup The Netherlands, and silver at FEI Dressage Nations Cup Germany. She currently has two horses on the short list for the Tokyo Olympics, Salvino and Harmony’s Duval.Link to transcript: https://dressagetoday.com/podcast/dressage-today-podcast-transcript-interview-with-adrienne-lyleSponsor: https://www.vitaflex.comWebsite: https://dressagetoday.comVideo Subscription Site: https://ondemand.dressagetoday.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DressageTodayInstagram: @DressageTodayTwitter: @DressageTodayPinterest: @DressageTodayEmail: sruff@equinemedia.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2 Episode 8: Interview with Adrienne Lyle

Thanks to SmartPak for sponsoring this episode. Listen in to co-hosts Stephanie Ruff and Aviva Nebesky sharing stories of their current horses and Aviva answering a listener’s question in her segment "Ask the L." Then Stephanie interviews international Grand Prix competitor Shannon Dueck. Born in Austin, Texas, Shannon grew up outside of Vancouver Canada. Her mother Jacqueline Oldham was an “S” dressage judge in both Canada and the USA and instilled in Shannon a love and knowledge of classical dressage from an early age. She furthered her education with a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science at the University of British Columbia and a Master’s degree in Equine Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Texas A&M.After competing through the intermediate level of eventing, Shannon turned her focus exclusively to dressage. She trained her first real dressage star, Korona, from the beginning. The partnership competed successfully at the Grand Prix level for many years and won an Individual Silver Medal at the Pan Am Games in 1999.Shannon has trained many horses and riders through the FEI levels and is currently bringing along several young prospects from her base in Wellington, Fla. Link to transcript:  https://dressagetoday.com/podcast/dressage-today-podcast-interview-shannon-dueckWebsite: https://dressagetoday.comVideo Subscription Site: https://ondemand.dressagetoday.com/catalogSocial Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DressageTodayInstagram: @DressageTodayTwitter: @DressageTodayPinterest: @DressageTodayEmail: sruff@equinemedia.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2 Episode 7

New hosts Stephanie Ruff and Aviva Nebesky introduce themselves and talk about how they got involved in horses and dressage. Then they premier a new segment called "Ask the L" where Aviva will give tips from a judge's perspective. In this segment, she talks about proper turnout for both horse and rider for a dressage schooling show. Then Stephanie interviews FEI 5* Judge Janet Foy about how she got started in horses and dressage, some of her memories as a judge and brief look at what's coming up with the Olympics. Listen in...Link to transcript: https://dressagetoday.com/podcast/dressage-today-podcast-transcript-new-hosts-introduced-interview-with-janet-foyWebsite: dressagetoday.comVideo Subscription Site: DT OnDemandSocial Media Links:Facebook: Facebook.com/DressageTodayInstagram: @dressagetodayTwitter: @DressageTodayPinterest: @DressageTodayEmail: sruff@aimmedia.comThanks to SmartPak, our sponsor for this episode. Visit them at https://www.smartpakequine.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2, Episode 6: Meet New Hosts and Interview with Janet Foy

In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast, we look forward to a time when we are able to vacation again. We have a great conversation with Stacey Adams of Active Riding Trips. We chat about dreamy equestrian vacations, some of her most memorable travel experiences, advice on scoring the best deals and tips for packing and gear. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2, Episode 5: Dreamy Equestrian Vacations with Stacey Adams

In this episode of the Dressage Today podcast, we're sharing some inspiring short stories from important women in our dressage community, including Lendon Gray, Jane Savoie and Sarah Geikie. These are all stories that come from our Dressage Today magazine archives and they are reflections on philosophical lessons from dressage. These popular figures in our sport share a lesson from their life called “What I Wish I’d Known Then.” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2, Episode 4: Winter Riding Inspiration

In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast, equipment expert and USDF gold medalist Stephanie Brown-Beamer joins us for a chat about bit and bridle fit. We chat about types of bits, materials, tips to choose a bit for your horse and common misconceptions about bitting. Stephanie's passion for her work shines through as she shares some fascinating stories from her experiences of traveling around the country as a bitting expert. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2, Episode 3: Bitting Basics with Stephanie Brown-Beamer

In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast, we tackle the complex topic of saddle fit with expert Jochen Schleese of Saddlefit 4 Life. We're discussing the most common saddle-fit issues, common misconceptions, the importance of anatomy and physiology, how to find a qualified saddle expert and tips for saddle care and maintenance. Tune in for more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2, Episode 2: Saddle-Fit Basics with Jochen Schleese

The Dressage Today Podcast is back for Season 2! In this episode, hosts Lindsay Paulsen and Jennifer Mellace get together for a chat about what's been going on in the world of Dressage Today since Season 1 concluded. We're discussing updates from our own lives with horses, as well as a review of some of our favorite episodes from Season 1. We're also chatting about our virtual dressage competitions and what's coming up for DT! Get the scoop on some upcoming podcasts, digital issues and new videos. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2, Episode 1: What's New with Dressage Today

Dressage professional Ruth Hogan-Poulsen is back with us again in this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast! She joins us to discuss the importance of planning, organization and strategy as it relates to equestrian life. She shares how journaling and keeping careful records can help you work toward your goals, monitor your horse's health and reduce stress. She also shares some tools and strategies to help you better organize your time with your horse! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 11: Maximize Your Ride with Planning and Organization with Ruth Hogan-Poulsen

Magic happens when you combine dressage with music in the form of a freestyle. Freestyles are entertaining for the audience and can be educational for riders. But their creation and execution, according to Ruth Hogan-Poulsen, is somewhat of a mental rubix cube. Ruth talks us through the process of creating freestyles and discusses the efforts that went into producing the winning performance at this year's Challenge of the Americas competition in Wellington, Florida. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 10: A Chat with Dressage Freestyle Expert Ruth Hogan-Poulsen

What's it like to be one of America's top FEI Junior riders? In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast, 14-year-old Annie Klepper gives us a peek into her life. We're talking about her pathway to success, which includes cool opportunities for youth riders, like Lendon Gray's Winter Intensive Training Program and the Emerging Athlete Program. We're also learning about the lifestyle of a young, highly competitive athlete, and, of course, Annie's giant 18-hand equine partner, Louie. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 9: A Chat with Top FEI Junior Rider Annie Klepper

It's not every day that we get to have a chat with an international dressage star, but it sure is fun when we do! Especially when they are as lovely as Germany's Dorothee Schneider. We snagged Dorothee for a quick chat during her U.S. symposium to hear about her background and life outside the spotlights of the international arena. We learn about the best piece of riding advice she's ever received, her "ideal" horse and how she prepares the night before a big competition. We hope you enjoy listening to this humble and motivated rider as much as we did! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 8: Get to Know German Dressage Olympian Dorothee Schneider

Come along with us, the Dressage Today team, as we mix and mingle with the most inspiring members of our dressage community—from top riders to local legends. We talk all angles of our sport—sharing everything from training philosophies to stories of chasing dreams to horse-care tips.

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