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How to Fall Off a Horse Safely: Stunt Secrets and Riding Tips with Abbi Collins

How to Fall Off a Horse Safely: Stunt Secrets and Riding Tips with Abbi Collins

Update: 2025-12-09
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Learn how to fall off a horse safely and discover the secrets of stunt riding with Abbi Collins. From Braveheart to Bridget Jones, Abbi shares expert tips on rider safety, horse selection for film, and behind-the-scenes stories from Hollywood equestrian stunts. Perfect for riders looking to improve safety and confidence. 

Abbi Collins is a renowned horsewoman and stunt coordinator with incredible stories from the world of film and equestrian safety. From doubling Renée Zellweger in Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, to being knocked off a horse in Braveheart, Abbi shares behind-the-scenes tales and practical advice for riders, including tips on how to fall off safely.

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Why teaching riders to fall safely is harder than it sounds
  • Abbi’s unforgettable stunt experiences on Braveheart and Bridget Jones
  • The importance of horse selection and training for film work
  • Behind-the-scenes stories from Wuthering Heights
  • Practical safety tips for riders in everyday situations
  • What happens when actors overestimate their riding skills

All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.

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How to Fall Off a Horse Safely: Stunt Secrets and Riding Tips with Abbi Collins

How to Fall Off a Horse Safely: Stunt Secrets and Riding Tips with Abbi Collins

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