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Wiola Grabowska
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Lower leg stability. Strength vs. Awareness: The importance of feel
When we force our lower leg into a position, it often leads to rigidity elsewhere in the body—tight thighs, stiff hips, or a locked torso...
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Wiola Grabowska
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AERA Quarterly Membership case Study: Sam - From wariness and learned helplessness to Engagement & Playfulness
AERA Quarterly Membership case Study: Sam - From wariness and learned helplessness to Engagement & Playfulness
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Wiola Grabowska
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The Discipline to Turn ‘I Can’t’ into ‘I Can’
Feels like Spring is truly coming! Clare and Jules In the world of mindful, ethical horsemanship, progress isn’t measured by quick fixes...
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Wiola Grabowska
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The Lesson I Didn’t Know I Was Learning
Dzwon and I in his stable. Probably around 1993-4. I was about 14-15 years old. Lodz, Poland At fourteen, I spent most weekends and every...
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Wiola Grabowska
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What If Horsemanship Wasn’t About Control, But About Collaboration?
But what if we flipped the perspective? What if horsemanship wasn’t about control at all, but about collaboration? What if, instead of...
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Wiola Grabowska
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Beyond the Physical: Understanding and Managing Emotional Stress in Horses
Taking a moment to look around and breathe before starting the session. Horses have evolved to handle immense physical stress. They are...
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Wiola Grabowska
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The Cheapest Riding Aid You’re Not Using
Riding is not just about technique—it’s about presence, awareness, and the ability to communicate seamlessly with your horse. One of the...
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Wiola Grabowska
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Mind Meets Muscle: The Role of Headspace in Horsemanship
In the world of horsemanship, we often prioritise detailed physical nuances—our posture, the precision of our aids, the alignment...
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Wiola Grabowska
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Introducing Aspire Equestrian Riding Academy’s Referral Programme: Share the Love, Earn Rewards!
AERA Coaching Clinic in Sørkedalen , Norway. Wiola with one of the participants. At Aspire Equestrian Riding Academy, I’ve always...
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Wiola Grabowska
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Why Some Days Feel Off: Hormonal Insights for Riders and Trainers
The Highs and Lows of Abilities In my show-jumping days, I had sessions when my eye for a stride seemed impossible to get wrong. I could...
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Wiola Grabowska
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Smart Horse Shopping: What to Ask for and Look for in Sale Videos (before you hit the road)
An Instructor's Guide to Evaluating Sale Videos BEFORE You Visit Throughout 2024, I reviewed over 450 videos of horses for sale on behalf...
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Wiola Grabowska
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Boundaries as Bridges: How Clarity Builds Trust with Your Horse
When you approach boundaries as bridges rather than walls, you create a relationship where your horse is a willing partner....
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Wiola Grabowska
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Progress Partner Chats: Sometimes, all it takes is a conversation.
Sometimes, all it takes is a conversation. A moment of connection with someone who understands your journey, celebrates your wins, and helps
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Wiola Grabowska
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Start Fresh: How A Horsewoman’s Journal Can Help You Create a Mindful Equestrian Routine
The start of a new year—or a new season—often brings a sense of renewal, even if it’s an entirely arbitrary marker. While we can choose to s
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Wiola Grabowska
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Managing competition stress in horses & riders
The Effects of the Atmosphere of Shows Have you ever tried to dress up in your competition gear for an everyday ride? I once made an...
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Wiola Grabowska
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A couple of exercise routines that can transform your riding feel
Even though I am a big fan of off-horse training to improve riding feel (via a better i.e. more aware use of the rider’s body) and I have...
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