Mad Barn is proud to present the next segment of our series, “The People Behind the Horses,” where we spotlight the individuals shaping the future of equine wellness and performance.

In this episode, we sit down with Amelia Newcomb, founder of Amelia Newcomb Dressage. Amelia has built an incredible platform that blends classical dressage with natural horsemanship principles, creating a holistic and adaptable approach to training. Her philosophy emphasizes understanding each horse as an individual and equipping riders with the tools to communicate more clearly and compassionately.

🎙 What you’ll hear in this episode:

• How Amelia discovered her passion for dressage and turned it into a thriving business
• The ways she is building an inclusive and supportive community within the dressage world
• Why adaptability is central to her training philosophy and how it benefits every horse
• Strategies for developing rider confidence and fostering better communication with horses
• The role of education in shaping the future of the horse industry
• How rider fitness outside of the saddle can transform performance in the arena
• Amelia’s perspective on the vital connection between equine nutrition and peak performance

Whether you’re an aspiring equestrian, a professional trainer, or simply passionate about horses, this episode offers fresh perspectives on training, communication, and connection in the dressage arena.

⏱ Podcast Timeline

• 00:00 – Welcome
• 00:45 – Amelia’s Journey into Dressage and Developing Her Business
• 03:12 – Building an Inclusive Community in Dressage Training
• 06:05 – Training Philosophy: Adaptability for Every Horse
• 12:40 – Building Rider Confidence and Communication with Horses
• 18:44 – The Importance of Education in the Horse Industry
• 22:59 – Rider Fitness Training Outside of the Saddle
• 27:07 – Nutrition’s Impact on Horse Performance

📚 Related Resources:

• Amelia Newcomb Dressage
• Fitness Exercises for Equestrians: Improving Rider Strength, Flexibility & Mobility
• Does My Horse Need to Warm Up Before Exercise? Optimizing Performance with Holistic Training
• Understanding Rider Aids & Equine Learning: How Human-Horse Communication Impacts Training & Performance

Want to evaluate your horse's diet? Follow this link to get connected with an equine nutritionist or explore our horse nutrition calculator: madbarn.com/analyze-diet

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