As a student of riding and horsemanship, I’ve often felt frustrated. These days, I believe I manage it well, recognizing that frustration is a natural part of tackling challenging tasks. With age, I’ve grown more patient, self-compassionate, and better at pausing before reacting to my emotions.

As a teacher, it’s painful to watch students get lost in anger or frustration, especially when those feelings are directed at the horses they ride. This is a common concern shared by our instructor clients.

Helping clients regulate emotions like frustration and anger can be daunting, particularly if you lack foundational knowledge. Effectively supporting students requires understanding emotions—their functions, and how they influence thinking and behavior—along with practical strategies to help students manage their feelings. For example, did you know that frustration and anger are often secondary emotions, serving a protective role?

That’s why we’re offering a free online class designed for instructors, coaches, and clinicians. Choose from three live sessions:

• June 12 at 7:00 PM EST
• June 16 at 12:00 PM EST
• June 18 at 7:00 PM EST

In this session, we’ll explore:

• Why emotional outbursts occur in the saddle, even when things seem fine
• What’s happening in a student’s nervous system during distress
• How to support your student without taking responsibility for their emotions

You’ll leave with a deeper understanding and practical tools you can apply immediately.

We’d love to have you join us.
Save your seat here: https://course.ridingfar.com/join-us