In addition to all the included ingredients, there will also be regular guest lectures (not included in the membership) with inspiring colleagues on exciting topics. Participation is of course voluntary and for this one the participation is for free. 😊

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In addition to the all the above ingredients, there will also be regular payable guest lectures (not included in the membership) with inspiring colleagues on exciting topics. Participation is of course voluntary.

This image came back to me in today’s review class— an old analogy I used to love and still find so deeply true: Imagine shaping a delicate vase on a potter’s wheel. Too much pressure, and it collapses. Too little, and the clay spins away shapeless. But with just the right amount of presence, feel, and guidance, something beautiful begins to form—alive, centered, and in balance. In many ways, this is exactly what we do when we shape a horse within the triangle of aids. 🔺 The Triangle of Aids – Framing Without Fixing The triangle of aids—our body, our position, our energy, our rein and whip or gesture—creates a frame. A space of orientation. A space that guides the horse’s movement, posture, and focus. It’s not about control—it’s about support. A frame that helps the horse find and shape their own balance. And it’s not about the tools . This triangle is alive even in liberty work—when there are no reins or saddle, and our body, energy, intention, hands, arms, or a whip as an extension, become the entire conversation. It ’s about feel , not equipment. About shaping energy, not holding bodies. About offering clarity—not forcing compliance. Just like in pottery, if we frame the horse too much—if our hands, energy, or body take over—the movement collapses. The flow disappears. The horse may push through or shut down, feeling overruled or overly corrected. And if we offer too little support—if our aids are unclear, absent, or disconnected—there’s nothing to melt into . The movement flies apart. The horse becomes unsure, unstable, or simply loses connection to the task. 🎨 Shaping the Moment – The Art of “Just Enough” True shaping lies in the middle. In the art of just enough . Just enough guidance to create clarity—Just enough space to allow expression—Just enough presence to feel what’s needed—And just enough stillness to let it unfold. This balance is not fixed. It’s fluid. What was helpful a moment ago might be too much now. What was not enough before might suddenly feel perfect. The sweet spot is not a formula—it’s a living, breathing conversation. 🐎 Each Horse, Each Moment Every horse has their own needs. Their own sensitivities, imbalances, and questions. Some horses crave more clarity, others more freedom. Some feel secure when the frame is close; others need more room to explore. And every moment within a session can shift this dynamic. That’s why we must stay with them —present, curious, adaptable. Not fixing them into a mold, but shaping a shared form together. 💬 Dialogue, Not Control The triangle of aids isn’t a mold to press the horse into. It ’s a dialogue. A relationship. A space for trust to grow. Like a potter shaping clay, we don’t impose—we respond. We shape with feel. With listening hands, grounded posture, and energetic awareness. When we offer that kind of shaping, our horse begins to offer back. That’s when true movement appears—balanced, engaged, and soft. Not because we made  it happen, but because we invited it, together. 🌟 A Frame That Breathes A healthy frame breathes. It supports without holding. It guides without gripping. It contains without closing. This is the invisible art of shaping movement. This is the living triangle of aids. And just like pottery, it reminds us again and again: The magic lies not in how much we do—But in how well  we feel.

Lately, this theme has quietly woven itself back into my thoughts and work: how much power there is in slowing down—not to take pressure off, but to create clarity. Useful slow  is something I return to often.It ’s not about taking the pressure off to do less—it’s about doing less so we can build more .When we slow down with awareness, we give ourselves and our horses the chance to really listen, to feel the subtle messages of the body, and to make use of teachable moments that might otherwise pass by unnoticed. But slow on its own is not the goal .From this refined stillness, we need to gently rebuild flow—not as speed, but as soft, connected energy that travels through the entire body. Flow unlocks the back, reawakens swing, and brings elasticity and joy into the movement. For me, the dialogue between slow and flow  is a powerful tool to shape posture and responsiveness—and, eventually, collection. And when it comes to collection, the story deepens. Collection is often misunderstood as just shortening strides or looking rounder in front.But in truth, collection lives at the opposite end of the spectrum from slow .It ’s a profound conversation between fascia, joints, tendons, and—most importantly—the nervous system.It ’s not about holding or containing the horse.It ’s about teaching the body that it’s safe and possible to reorganize itself differently—with more lift, more suspension, and more subtle harmony. True collection is never just a physical feat .It ’s a moment when the horse feels balanced, confident, and free within the effort. And that’s where transitions  come in—not only the big ones between gaits, but the subtle shifts between directions, energies, or moments of “almost.”That instant where you prepare the horse for trot—but stay in walk.Or invite more lightness, only to return to stretch. And there’s something subtle but powerful here: almost-transitions. Moments where we prepare for a change but don’t fully go there—building responsiveness, lightness, and a stronger “dialogue tone” between horse and human.These touch-and-go moments  often carry more weight than we give them credit for.They keep the nervous system soft and adaptive, while shaping strength, balance, and self-carriage from the inside out. And all of this connects to a metaphor I carry with me often—and which first crossed my path in Straightness Training (ST) : Let’s not play only one octave.Let’s help our horses play the full piano. Because real development—mental, emotional, and physical—needs range . Range in energy.Range in movement.Range in how we respond and invite. 🧠✨ What if softness is the entry point to strength? What if slowing down is what opens the door to true expression? These are the questions that keep shaping my work. Maybe they’ll resonate with you too.

Balancing Body and Mind in Movement When we speak of movement in horse training, we often focus on the physical: reach, flexibility, power. But just because a horse moves well, doesn’t mean it feels  well. And just because a horse stands still, doesn’t mean it’s relaxed. Sometimes, what looks like calmness is actually a quiet form of tension or emotional freeze. Other times, expressive motion masks something deeper—a mentally checked out horse because of insecurity, anxiety, lack of understanding, lack of clarity, or lack of feeling safe, to name a few. The body moves, but the mind is elsewhere. True training happens where body and mind meet—in presence, in trust, in shared rhythm. Motion Isn’t Always Connection We often admire expressive movement: the elegant trot, the lofty canter, the long, reaching stride. But unless that motion is paired with softness in the eye, a swing through the back, and a genuine sense of emotional availability, it might be just that— motion. When movement becomes a way for the horse to escape pressure or confusion, it can look impressive but feel disconnected. That’s why, in my work, I look not just at what the horse does , but how they feel  while doing it. Feeling the Subtle Signs Connection isn't always dramatic—it often shows itself in small, meaningful moments: A softening breath A gentle blink The first sign of swing returning to a tight back A moment of stillness that feels like trust, not tension These signs tell us the horse is not just compliant, but present. That’s the difference between shaping a body and engaging a being. A Space for Both Supporting the horse means honoring both the range of motion  and the range of emotion . It’s not either/or. We want movement that’s free, elastic, expressive—and we want a mind that feels safe, curious, and open. In my membership, we explore exactly this balance. This is an invitation to begin noticing—what’s really happening beneath the surface of the movement? ✨ Because a truly balanced horse doesn’t just move beautifully. It feels  beautifully.

🎉 Birthday Special – A Gift to You! 🎉 To celebrate my Birthday, I’d love to give something back to those who’ve been thinking about joining Pferde in Balance (PIB). Until May 1st, you can register for our Basic or Medium Membership and get the first 3 months at 50% off: ✨ Basic – now only 20€ per month (instead of 40€) ✨ Medium – now only 32€ per month (instead of 65€) 💡 What’s the difference? The Basic Membership gives you full access to all theory & training content and lets you audit the monthly review classes. The Medium Membership includes all that plus one individual video review per month to support your personal journey. ⚠️ Please note: Medium spots are limited to ensure personal feedback stays high-quality and manageable — first come, first served. 📚 What’s included? Once your membership starts on May 1st, you'll have access to: ✔️ All previous challenges, theory sessions, voice-overs, and training videos ❌ Not included: Recordings of past review classes (you’ll join live from May onward!) This is a wonderful opportunity to dive into our world of mindful horse training, thoughtful dialogue, and biomechanically sound development — whether you're just starting out or wanting to deepen your practice with video feedback. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, maybe this is it. 💛 I’d love to welcome a few new faces into our beautiful community. 📝 Important to know: After the 3 discounted months, your membership will automatically continue as a regular 6-month membership at the full price, unless cancelled in time (July, 26th). 📅 The offer is valid only until May 1st — subscribe now, and I’ll activate your membership on May 1st. 👇 Let me know if you have any questions! Your PIB Birthday Offer First name Last name Email Address Birthday PIB Membership Typ Choose your PIB Membership Typ Thank you for subscribing! Your discounted PIB membership will be activated on May 1st. You’ll receive all the details on May, 1st by email. I want to subscribe to the newsletter. Subcribe Now Thanks for subscribing!

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