En el deporte ecuestre muchos jinetes se convierten en entrenadores, sin embargo, muchos de ellos no se han preguntado sobre las caracteristicas que deben tener. ¿Qué hace bueno a un coach?, ¿cómo debe ser el entrenamiento diario?, ¿qué objetivos se deben perseguir? El estado anímico es fundamental y un trabajo de coaching puede ayudar a que el entrenador esté bien preparado y logre sus objetivos.

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The Dutch equestrian sport is known for its expertise. Dutch riders, carriage drivers, breeders, trainers and horses are dominating the world stage. This article is about how they get where they are right now.

This article contains the following subjects: How the dutch do it, training modules offered at the federation, colleges, universities and vocational education and how you get to know which path of education to choose. Certain colleges will allow you to study equine-related courses such as, business and management.

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What kind of coach are you? A new coaching series for instructors.

In the equestrian sport many riders become trainers, but what makes a good trainer in particular? In this serie we aim to help understand the mental role of a coach and to provide some basic tools to become a more effective trainer. This first article is about coaching philosofies, objectives and styles, since these are important basic factors for being successful as a trainer. As a coach, It’s important to help your riders improve their riding and work toward their goals.

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Are you a possitive coach? Part two of our series for instructors.

Nowadays, more attention is paid to topics such as anatomy and learning theory of the horse. It is a great adventure for you as a trainer if you have a basic understanding of how the horse learns, but learning how a riders learns is an entirely different thing. The following article contains information about a possitive mindset, negative feedback and finding your balance. After reading the theory you can test yourself. Are you a positive coach and aware of how often you give negative remarks to your rider?

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Effective teaching, giving your riders structured instruction. Part three of our series for instructors.

Good coaching equates to good teaching. Effective coaches provide their athletes with a real understanding of the techniques and tactics of a sport. This article contains information about the discipline process, instructions and some tips for positively coaching the rider. Clear and constructive instructions are especially important during a rider’s beginning phase.

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