Riding Progress Doesn’t Just Happen in the Lesson

Most of your riding journey happens outside of your lesson time.

It’s the moments before, when you’re trying to feel prepared, it’s the moments after, when you’re replaying what you learned, and it’s everything in between. When you leave the barn but don't want to stop learning.

This hub is designed to support all of it.

Instead of trying to remember everything your instructor said or searching for answers in random places, you’ll have a clear, reliable way to build your knowledge step by step.

So when you show up to ride, you feel more prepared. When you’re in the saddle, things feel more familiar. And when you leave, you actually know what to work on next.

Build Confidence Before, After, and Between Every Ride

Learning to ride isn’t just about what happens during your lesson. It’s everything around it, too.

It’s wanting to feel prepared before you even get to the barn. Knowing what to wear, what to expect, and having a basic understanding of how things work so you’re not walking in unsure.

It’s being in the saddle and trying to piece everything together in real time. Figuring out how to steer, how to stop, where your hands and position should be, and what your instructor means when they mention things like posting or contact.

And it’s what happens after. When the lesson ends, but the questions don’t. You want to remember what you learned, improve faster, and feel more confident the next time you ride.

That’s where real progress happens. Before the lesson, after the lesson, and in all the moments in between.

A Better Way to Learn, Alongside Your Riding

NF+ isn’t here to replace your lessons. It’s here to support them. Inside, you’ll find structured, easy-to-follow guidance that helps you understand what you’re learning while you’re learning it.

So instead of feeling like you’re trying to keep up, you start to feel like you’re building something.

  • Understand What You’re Doing (and Why It Matters)

    Stop second-guessing yourself in the saddle. Learn how steering, stopping, reins, and basic aids actually work, so instructions start to make sense while you’re riding, not after.

  • Build a Position That Feels Secure and Balanced

    Know where your hands, legs, and body should be, and more importantly, how it should feel. Develop a position that helps you stay stable, communicate clearly, and feel more in control.

  • Break Down Skills Into Simple, Repeatable Steps

    Things like posting the trot, transitions, and rhythm don’t have to feel overwhelming. Follow clear, step-by-step guidance you can come back to between rides so skills start to stick faster.

  • Know What to Expect Before You Even Get to the Barn

    Walk into your lesson feeling prepared. From what to wear, to how to mount, to understanding basic barn etiquette, you’ll feel more confident before you even step into the saddle.

  • Have a Clear Focus Between Lessons

    Instead of leaving your lesson unsure of what to work on, you’ll have simple exercises, reference guides, and videos that help you stay consistent and keep improving, even when you're riding on your own.

  • Feel More Confident Every Time You Ride

    When you understand what you’re doing and have something to rely on between lessons, everything starts to feel more familiar, more manageable, and a lot less intimidating.

Key Beginner Riding Videos on NF+

  • Leg Protection 101 with Max Corcoran

    In this masterclass, top groom Max Corcoran explains the different options for leg care, when to use each one, and how to properly place them on your horse. From boots and polos to standing wraps, getting a leg up in your education.

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  • Saddle Fit and Anatomy 101 with Carolyn Cohen

    Go back to the basics with Carolyn and learn about horse's anatomy, what it means for saddle fit, and the importance of tack that fits your horse properly.

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  • Introduction to Groundwork with Chelsea Canedy

    Feel more confident around horses and gain an understanding of the fundamentals of groundwork. Practice on how to safely interact with your horse on the ground while improving your confidence and your relationship.

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  • Success from the Ground: Confidence and Cooperation with Ian Millar, Annette Paterakis, and Anne Kursinski

    Success in the saddle doesn’t start at the first fence, it starts with the right foundation. This 3-part Mini-Masterclass delivers a rare opportunity to learn from three of the most respected minds in the sport: Ian Millar, Anne Kursinski, and Annette Paterakis.

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  • Understanding Horse Behavior with Tik Maynard

    In this 10-part course, Tik Maynard, international competitor, Road to
    the Horse champion, and leading voice in humane horsemanship, pulls back
    the curtain on how horses think, learn, and communicate.

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  • Karl Cook Teaches the Fundamentals of Functional Position

    Build a strong, secure position so you feel more stable and in control while riding.
    In this focused and foundational course, international show jumper Karl Cook helps you break down the mechanics of a truly effective riding position.

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Feel More Prepared. Ride More Confidently.

You don’t need more time in the saddle to start improving.

You need the right support around it.

Build your knowledge, feel more prepared going into every lesson, and start seeing real progress in your riding.

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