Dressage Under Pressure: Showing First Level - Test 1 in an Stormy Day - Leo Equestrian

🌧️ First Level Dressage Test 1 in the Rain | Real-Time Ride, Challenges & Tips 🐎
Riding a dressage test is all about precision, harmony, and control—but what happens when the weather throws a curveball? In this video, we take you inside the arena for a full ride-through of First Level Dressage Test 1, performed under rainy conditions that test both horse and rider in unexpected ways.
From slippery footing to shifting focus, this ride reveals:
• 🎯 How to adapt your aids and posture when the arena is wet
• 🐴 How Solo, my Friesian horse, responds to the challenge
• 🧠 Mental strategies to stay calm and connected during unpredictable weather
• 🌀 Real-time adjustments to maintain rhythm, balance, and engagement
• 📏 Insights into First Level movements like lengthenings, leg yields, and transitions
Whether you're a dressage rider preparing for your own rainy-day test, a fan of Friesians, or simply curious about the realities of competitive riding, this video offers a raw, honest look at what it takes to perform with grace under pressure.
💡 Why This Matters:
Rain can disrupt even the most well-rehearsed test. Learning to ride through it builds resilience, trust, and deeper communication between horse and rider. This video is part of our ongoing series documenting Solo’s journey through dressage—from training to competition.
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Have you ever ridden a dressage test in the rain? What did you learn from the experience? Drop your story in the comments—we’d love to feature some of your insights in a future video or community post!
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