The Dressage Connection

Welcome to The Dressage Connection, where we are demystifying dressage training so your connection with your horse can flourish & you can start making sustainable momentum in your riding. Beth Carter is an Australian Dressage Trainer, Coach & the human behind BC Performance Horses with a passion for making correct dressage training understandable & accessible for every horse & rider. Through this podcast Beth will explore her beliefs that every horse benefits from dressage training & that it is possible to develop a horse that produces high quality work that scores well while having an epic connection with your horse. Get ready to build foundations that will support you through the levels, own your role as your horses trainer & fall back in love with riding your horse. So put your foot in the stirrup & let’s build that dressage connection. 𝐅𝐨π₯π₯𝐨𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐑 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: https://www.instagram.com/bc.performancehorses 𝐅𝐨π₯π₯𝐨𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐑 𝐨𝐧 π…πšπœπžπ›π¨π¨π€: https://www.facebook.com/bcperformancehorse π•π’πžπ° 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬 & 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬: www.bcperformancehorses.com π‘±π’π’Šπ’ 𝒕𝒉𝒆 π‘«π’“π’†π’”π’”π’‚π’ˆπ’† π‘ͺπ’π’Žπ’Žπ’–π’π’Šπ’„π’‚π’•π’Šπ’π’ + π‘ͺπ’π’π’π’†π’„π’•π’Šπ’π’ π‘­π’‚π’„π’†π’ƒπ’π’π’Œ π‘ͺπ’π’Žπ’Žπ’–π’π’Šπ’•π’š: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dressagecommunicationandconnection

EP22: Off The Horse Rider Conditioning with Natasha Gunston [The Eventing Physiologist]

In this episode, Beth introduces rider specific exercise physiologist Natasha Gunston, also known as The Eventing Physiologist to chat about how you can improve your position off the horse as a taste of what you can expect from her as a guest coach inside The Dressage Dream. Β  Work with us in The Dressage Dream. Β  You can find Beth: On her Instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  You can find Natasha: On her instagram: @theeventingphysiologist On her Facebook: The Eventing Physiologist On her Website: www.eventingphysiologist.com

02-13
44:31

EP21: Perspectives From "C" with Dressage Judge: Ally O'Neill

In case you've ever wondered what the judges are thinking... Ally O'Neill is here to shed light on what's going on, on the other side of the centerline. Ally sharesΒ her perspective as a trainer, coach & A level Judge while giving her insights into what goes into the training & ring craft behind a 70% dressage test [spolier: "it's very achievable"] as a taste of what you're going to get by working with her inside Beth's signature program, The Dressage Dream. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  You can find Ally: On her Instagram: @allyoneilldressage On her Facebook: Ally ONeill Dressage Β  Work with us in The Dressage Dream.

02-06
01:11:49

EP20: Enhancing Your Riding With Online Learning

The future of dressage has arrived. In this episode Beth breaks downΒ how her online programs compare to traditional lessons. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  Program Links:FREE Guide To Getting The Most Out Of Your Rides Perfect Your Position Foundational Series The Dressage Dream

01-30
24:09

EP19: How 2023 Went Off The Rails & Setting Goals For The New Year.

New Year ~ Let's go!Β Did you end 2023 feeling like "wtf just happend?" Beth shares how 2023 didn't go to plan for her & she's pivoting her short term goals in 2024. SheΒ walks you through her goal setting strategy to inspire your own goals for the new year. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  See how you can work with Beth right now.

01-23
17:04

EP18: The Things That Are Holding You Back From Reaching Your Full Potential

It's time to stop making excuses and start owning your dressage dreams. In this episode, Beth outlines the things that are holding you and your horse back from reaching your full potential in your riding. You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  See how you can work with Beth right now.

12-19
17:18

EP17: Knowing When To Move Up A Level In Dressage

Ever wondered when is the right time to move up a level in dressage? Find out in this episode of The Dressage Connection. You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  Grab Beth's FREEΒ Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your RidesΒ Here.

12-12
14:44

EP16: My Journey To Escaping External Pressure In My Riding [& How You Can Too]

In this episode, Beth tells her story of how she came to the decision toΒ neverΒ go against her gut feelings in her riding & gives advice on how you can do the same. You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  Grab Beth's FREEΒ Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your RidesΒ Here.

11-28
13:53

EP15: The Secret To Developing Your Horses Topline

Stop struggling with your horses topline. Beth shares the secrets to developing your horses topline so you can stop asking random Facebook Groups who leave you feeling more confused than when you started. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  Grab Beth's FREEΒ Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your RidesΒ Here. Β  Listen to CEN Podcasts episode "Protein Facts" here.

11-21
15:27

EP14: Letting Your Horse Guide Your Training

Get on your horses wave length. In this episode of The Dressage Connection, Beth guides you through horse psychology & gives you some tools to let your horse guide you through your training. Β  Grab Beth's FREEΒ Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your RidesΒ Here. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com

11-14
20:08

EP13: Breeding Dressage Horses with Kaitlin Colless of Sevenoaks Farm

In this special episode of The Dressage Connection, Beth interviews Hanoverian Breeder Kaitlin Colless where they discuss her breeding program, travelling to Germany to meet stallions, the process of breeding using Frozen semen, her tips for new breeders & more. Β  You can find Kaitlin: On Facebook. On Instagram. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  Grab Beth's FREEΒ Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your RidesΒ Here. Β 

11-07
55:40

EP12: Inside Leg to Outside Rein Connection

Beth takes you on a deep dive through the elusiveΒ Inside Leg to Outside Rein Connection.Β  Β  For a deeper look into straightness, bend & the lateral movements ~ check out herΒ Dressage Gymnastics Masterclass. Β  For more information on the Foundational SeriesΒ go hereΒ [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. Β  Grab Beth's FREEΒ Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your RidesΒ Here. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com

10-31
18:14

EP11: Moving to Queensland With 3 Horses

Beth is back from her podcasting hiatas. In this episode she fills you in on her move with her 3 horses from NSW, to QLD Australia. She shares her travel journey, her tips for travelling horses interstate & what's next for her & her horses. Β  Β Grab myΒ FREE Guide to Getting The Most Out Of Your RidesΒ Here. Β  For more information on the Foundational SeriesΒ go hereΒ [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD offΒ my signature masterclass series]. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β 

10-24
17:14

EP10: Developing Quality Through Groundwork

Beth shares how she uses lunging, long reining & short steps in hand to develop quality in her horses from young horses to FEI horses. Β  For more information on the Foundational SeriesΒ go hereΒ [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. To find out more about the FROM THE GROUND UP Masterclass: go here Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com

08-08
18:05

EP9: Investing In A Professional Trainer | Expectations vs. Reality

If you're considering investing in professional training for your horse, whether with Beth or with someone else, this is the podcast episode for you.Β  In this episode BethΒ opens up aboutΒ what to expect when you invest in professional training as well as talking about her priorities as a trainer & breaking down her pricing. If you're interested in chatting to Beth about her training services, you can get in touch: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to follow, rate & review this podcast to help more people find their dressage connection.

07-25
16:43

EP8: My Approach To Young Horse Training

Beth talks you through her process behind training young horses to feel confident in correct foundations right from the beginning of their ridden career. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to follow, rate & review this podcast to help more people find their dressage connection. Β 

07-11
17:18

EP7: Understanding The Half Halt

The dreaded half halt - we've all heard of it, but do you understand it? In this episode Beth talks you through the half halt: what are they? when do you use them?Β how do you ride them? Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to follow, rate & review this podcast to help more people find their dressage connection.

06-27
16:56

EP6: My Journey With The Contact

In this episode Beth takes you back through the experiences that shaped her understanding of the contact & gives insight into what she looks for when training contact, frame & connection in her horses. Β  For more information on the Foundational SeriesΒ go hereΒ [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. For more information on theΒ CONNECTION MasterclassΒ go here. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to follow, rate & review this podcast to help more people find their dressage connection.

06-20
18:16

EP5: The Components of Responsiveness

Every horse can be a responsive horse with the right training! In this episode Beth takes you through the components that make it possible to train responsiveness in your horse. Β  For more information on the Foundational SeriesΒ go hereΒ [you can use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. For more informantion on the Build Your Responsive Horse Masterclass go here. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website:Β www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to follow, rate & review this podcast to help more people find their dressage connection. Β  Β 

06-14
21:01

BEHIND THE RIDER I: Chats With My Mentor, Emma Flavelle-Watts

Beth takes you behind the curtains of her riding career in the first episode of her new mini series β€œBehind The Rider". In this episode Beth interviews her mentor Emma Flavelle-Watts, where they discuss Emma's time in Germany, her Grand Prix career, training philosophy, competition strategy, building the ultimate equestrian property & more. Β  You can follow Emma On Instagram: @eflavellewatts On Facebook: Emma Flavelle-Watts Dressage Β  For more information on the Foundational Series go here [don't forget to use the podcast exclusive code TheDressageConnection for $50 AUD off the series]. Β  You can find Beth: On her instagram: @bc.performancehorses In her Facebook Community: Dressage Communication + Connection & on her website: www.bcperformancehorses.com Β  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to follow, rate & review this podcast to help more people find their dressage connection.

06-06
40:42

EP3: Choosing A Trainer That Aligns With You [& My Trainer Identity]

In this episode Beth talks you through her tips for finding the right trainer for you [spoiler: not every trainer is right for every rider] while alsoΒ discussingΒ her training philosophy & what she herself looks for in a trainer. You can find Beth: On her instagram:Β @bcperformancehorses In her Facebook Community:Β Dressage Communication + Connection & on her websiteΒ www.bcperformancehorses.com If you enjoyed this episode make sure to follow, rate & review this podcast to help more people find their dressage connection.

05-30
19:51

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