Relationship Training with Horses
Do you ever feel like your horse doesn’t fit the mould? Like traditional training methods just don’t suit him or her? Despite what your...
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Aligning Strength, Unleashing Grace: You & Your Horse's Wellness Hub.
Nika Vorster
- Jul 14
- 2 min
Want to boost your horse’s performance instantly?
Ever wondered how a simple change in your approach can revolutionise your horse’s performance? Yesterday’s event was nothing short of...
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Nika Vorster
- Jun 6
- 3 min
Saddle Fitting: Busting Myths
In my opinion, saddle fitting is currently a messy, subjective, and complicated topic. Why? Saddle fitting is a skill that can be...
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Nika Vorster
- May 28
- 2 min
Horse Vet Assessments: Team Work
Why is team work so important? Over the last few months I have made a conscious effort to attend assessment days with my clients. Why?...
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Nika Vorster
- May 16
- 1 min
Team Work Makes the Dream Work
Teamwork Selfie! 📸 Mornings like this just light up my passion for helping animals! To say that Britt and Ace have been on an emotional...
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Nika Vorster
- Apr 25
- 3 min
The Basics of Long Lining: A Comprehensive Guide for Equestrian Enthusiasts
Long lining, also known as ground driving, is a revered equestrian practice that bridges the gap between lead line work and riding under...
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Nika Vorster
- Apr 13
- 1 min
To treat or not to treat, that is the question 🤔
As I dive deeper into my studies and spend more time observing our amazing horses, a critical thought keeps nagging at me. In many...
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Nika Vorster
- Mar 28
- 4 min
When Breath Becomes the Bridge: The Unspoken Connection
On a rain-soaked Wednesday in Liverpool, the grey skies loomed as a reminder of the day's dreariness, yet the indoor school offered a...
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Nika Vorster
- Mar 21
- 4 min
What can horses teach us about communication and empathy?
Through the eyes of a horse, a moment of frustration unfolded into a profound lesson on communication beyond words, revealing the healing...
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Nika Vorster
- Feb 24
- 4 min
Muscular Fatigue in Horses
Remember to watch out for Muscular Fatigue in your horse. Image 1 Have you ever felt this before? It reminds me of a very talented...
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Nika Vorster
- Feb 20
- 5 min
Respect Your Horse's Age and Rate of Progress
“Movement is the art of equestrianism- which resides in creation, comprehension, maintenance and guidance of the horse’s efforts in a...
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Nika Vorster
- Feb 2
- 4 min
ReinBack with Horses. Why this exercise?
You’re back! Awesome, I really appreciate you taking the time to read this information with the goal of enhancing your knowledge. In this...
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Nika Vorster
- Jan 30
- 1 min
How can one simple exercise dramatically improve a horse's posture and performance?
🌟 Transform Your Horse's Performance with the Rein Back Exercise 🐴💼 Hello, fellow equestrians and horse enthusiasts! I'm excited to...
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Nika Vorster
- Jan 19
- 3 min
ReinBack in Horses- Do's & Don't's
The rein back might seem simple, but it's a crucial exercise for performance horses. Or is it? Part 1 of this blog will take a deep dive...
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Nika Vorster
- Jan 5
- 3 min
🐴 Specific Exercises to Improve Your Horse’s Hindlimb Engagement 🏋️♂️
Part 2: Firstly, thank you for joining me for part 2! In part 1, I shared my experiences and observed patterns in horses facing hindlimb...
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Nika Vorster
- Dec 30, 2023
- 4 min
Hindlimb Engagement Exercises for Horses
Part 1 Have you ever heard these phrases? Your horse: needs more hindlimb engagement. is lacking push from behind. is too heavy on the...
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Nika Vorster
- Dec 26, 2023
- 2 min
Strengthening Stifles in Horses
A horse with weakness in their stifles and those with already diagnosed dysfunction are going to struggle with performance and every day...
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Nika Vorster
- Dec 17, 2023
- 2 min
Why is my horse lame?
🐴 Allow Room for Error 🛠️ One of the most crucial parts of any plan is planning for the unexpected. Think about it – this applies to...
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Nika Vorster
- Dec 15, 2023
- 3 min
Iliopsoas Dysfunction in Horses
Every month I review my client's reports and reflect on my findings and their progress. Without a shadow of doubt the muscle group that...
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Nika Vorster
- Dec 13, 2023
- 2 min
Riding in the Sea; A dream come true
I did it! It was a little birthday treat to myself, and an experience I'll cherish for a long time. Here's a brief rundown of my...
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