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Amelia Newcomb Dressage Do you LOVE Dressage? Our mission at Amelia Newcomb Dressage is Dressage for All! Amelia specializes in starting young dressage horses.
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Amelia Newcomb's Equine Services works to develop a trusting and confident relationship between horse and rider. Using theories from both natural horsemanship and classical dressage, Amelia creates a holistic approach to training that adapts to fit the needs of each individual horse and rider. Her approach incorporates all pieces of horsemanship from basic groundwork and ground manners to advanced dressage movements. The emphasis is always on the foundation with the basic trust, understanding, and relaxation for both horse and rider as the building blocks to harmony and progress. After starting over 100 horses, Amelia has developed a step by step method that gently and methodically introduces the young horse to accept and carry a rider. She believes that the first couple months under saddle are the MOST important in any horses' long career. It is essential that the initial training is done correctly and carefully to ensure that each horse develops confidence in themselves and trust in the rider.

If your horse could talk — what do you think they’d say about how you prepare them before your ride? 😄🐴 Drop your answer...
11/02/2026

If your horse could talk — what do you think they’d say about how you prepare them before your ride? 😄🐴 Drop your answer in the comments. 👇

11/01/2026

Think your horse is just always going to be pushy and difficult on the ground? 🤔🐴

A lot of riders assume it's just their horse's personality. But here's the truth: it simply isn't true. ✨

When you teach your horse a few simple ground manners, everything starts to change:

🔹 How to lower their head
🔹 How to yield their hindquarters
🔹 How to back up

These simple skills help your horse learn to regulate their energy, so they can settle, focus, and listen. 💛

And here's the best part: any horse can learn to be responsive and with you on the ground. It's not about personality. It's about teaching the right steps in the right order. 💪

That's exactly why I created the Ultimate Groundwork Super Pack. 🌟

Inside, you'll get:

🐴 The Science of Horsemanship
🐴 The Essential Exercises
🐴 Problem Solving
🐴 Dressage Groundwork
🐴 Piaffe Training
🐴 Lunging and Long Lining
🐴 Groundwork for Riding

It's a complete, step-by-step system to build trust, respect, and connection with your horse from the ground up. ✨

👉 Comment "groundwork" below, and I'll send you the link to join the Groundwork Super Pack!
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🐎👻 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 👻🐎🎃 Halloween is almost here, and that means it’s the season of spooky surp...
10/31/2026

🐎👻 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 👻🐎

🎃 Halloween is almost here, and that means it’s the season of spooky surprises. If your horse has ever slammed on the brakes at a rogue pumpkin or darted sideways at a flapping scarecrow, you’re not alone! 😅 Horses are flight animals, and spooking is a totally natural reaction. But that doesn’t mean we enjoy a spooky horse—we can help our horses become more confident, even in the face of Halloween horrors like… our homemade scarecrow or those regular, everyday scary ghosts in the corner of the arena! 🐴💛

🎥 In this video, I walk you through three practical strategies to build trust and get your horse past spooky objects safely and confidently. Whether you’re riding past spooky decorations at home or navigating a new arena filled with ghosts and goblins, these tips will help you turn your horse’s spook into curiosity. ✨

🟢 1. Establish Control in the “Safe Zone”

Before you even think about approaching the scary object, start in a part of the arena where your horse feels relaxed. This is your safe zone—use it to check in with your horse. 🤔 Can you bend and turn left and right? Are they paying attention to you? If not, don’t venture closer yet. Get the connection and responsiveness first, so you’re in a position to support your horse when things get spooky. ⚠️ Trying to take control after a spook happens is way too late—prepare before you approach.

↔️ 2. Zigzag Your Way to Confidence

Once you’ve got control, don’t ride directly at the terrifying Halloween scarecrow (or whatever your horse is worried about). Instead, zigzag your approach. 👀 Horses have incredible peripheral vision, so let them see the object from different angles—first out of their left eye, then the right. You’ll likely notice they’re most nervous when they’re looking at it straight on with both eyes. That’s okay! Use this moment to encourage curiosity, not panic. Ride past, pet them, and then move away before they feel overwhelmed. 💪 You want to always be the one making the decision to retreat—never wait for your horse to bolt...𝒘𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒑𝒔! 𝑰 𝒎𝒂𝒙𝒆𝒅 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒕! 🗣 Comment "spooky" below, and I'll send you the link to read all my tips and watch the video!

Happy riding! 🐴
Amelia

📌 P.S. Want more help with spooky situations? 👻 Establishing trust and communication with your horse on the ground first is the best way to help you handle spooky situations with confidence. Join my Groundwork Super Pack course, where I’ll guide you through the key techniques for building trust, focus, and a better partnership with your horse. Check the comments below for the link with more info! 👇

10/29/2026

Do you ever feel like you and your horse are speaking completely different languages? 🤔🐴

A lot of riders struggle day in and day out to get their horse focused, responsive, and truly with them. 😔

But here's the truth — it doesn't have to be this way. ✨

Once you teach your horse some simple responses on the ground, everything starts to shift. Not just on the ground — but under saddle too. 💪

Your horse becomes more responsive. More connected. More willing to work WITH you instead of against you.

And the best part? You'll be able to communicate with and connect with any horse — no matter their age, breed, or background. 💛

That's exactly why I created the Ultimate Groundwork Super Pack. 🌟

Inside, you'll get:

🔹 The Science of Horsemanship
🔹 The Essential Exercises
🔹 Problem Solving
🔹 Dressage Groundwork
🔹 Piaffe Training
🔹 Lunging and Long Lining
🔹 Groundwork for Riding

It's a complete, step-by-step system to build trust, connection, and suppleness from the ground up. 🐴

⚠️ This is your LAST CHANCE to join the Groundwork Super Pack in 2026. Once enrollment closes, it won't be available again until next year. ⏰

👉 Comment "groundwork" below, and I'll send you the link to join the Groundwork Super Pack before it's gone!
Didn't get the link? It might be your privacy settings, or maybe you're not a follower yet. Make sure you are following my account, and then send me a DM so I can send you the link to save your seat!

🔵🐎 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 🐎🔵🐴✨ Did you know that you can (and should) start teaching your horse to bend...
10/28/2026

🔵🐎 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 🐎🔵

🐴✨ Did you know that you can (and should) start teaching your horse to bend before you even get in the saddle?

If your horse is hollow, stiff, heavy in the reins, or struggles to bend, sometimes the best place to start is on the ground! 🌱

I was teaching a clinic earlier this month in Maine 🗺️, and I had a student come in with a young four-year-old horse. He was very braced and inverted, so I had her get off, and we worked on a little bit of groundwork by teaching him to bend from the ground and respond to the pressure of the bit. 💡 She was able to get on and not only bend and turn him more easily, but also get him round! 🌟 It was so cool — groundwork is such an incredible tool, and many people don’t know how or just completely forget to use it. 😊

Whether I’m working with a young horse, a green horse, or an FEI horse, I incorporate in-hand exercises into my daily and weekly routine. 💪

And here’s why... 👇

When you’re riding, your horse has to figure out how to bend while also carrying your weight. ⚖️ If they’re already stiff or tense, that can make things even more difficult!

By practicing from the ground first, you can break down the aids and help your horse understand what you’re asking before you get on. 🐎

In this week’s video, I’m sharing two simple groundwork exercises that will help your horse become softer, more supple, and more responsive to your aids. 🎯

🐴 Step 1: Teach your horse to bend the neck

Start by standing just behind your horse’s shoulder. Take a little contact on the inside rein and wait for your horse to soften and bend their neck toward you. ✨
The moment they give, release the pressure! 🙌
This is something I always teach using the principle Aid, Reaction, Release, Repeat.
You apply the aid, wait for your horse to respond, immediately release the pressure, and then repeat...𝒘𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒑𝒔! 🫣 𝑰 𝒎𝒂𝒙𝒆𝒅 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒕! 🗣Comment "bend" below and I will send you the link to read all my tips and watch the video!

Happy Riding! 🐴
Amelia

📌 P.S. If you want to take your groundwork to the next level, be sure to check out my Groundwork Superpack Course! 🎓 I’ll walk you through practical groundwork exercises to help improve your horse’s focus, responsiveness, suppleness, and engagement so you can build a stronger connection with your horse both on the ground and in the saddle. Check the comments below for the link to join the Groundwork Superpack! 👇

10/27/2026

It’s spooky season — but it doesn’t have to be scary. 🍂👻

Because here’s the thing — you can literally put a spell on your horse. 🪄✨

Get your horse to lower their head toward the ground, and watch what happens. They instantly relax, focus on you, and come back to earth. 🐴💛

This is one of the many exercises I do before I get on my horse every single day — and especially this time of year when everything is apparently terrifying. 😄

Groundwork is your secret weapon for spooky season. A few minutes before you ride can completely transform your horse’s energy and focus. 💪

And I want to share all my tips and tricks with you in my FREE Groundwork Webinar, happening TOMORROW morning, October 28th at 8am PT! 🐴

🌟 Inside the webinar, you will learn:
✅ Why groundwork is an insurance policy every rider should have
✅ How to teach softness, roundness, and connection from the ground
✅ The REAL reason groundwork doesn't work for most riders
✅ How these exercises prepare your horse for movements like piaffe and half-steps

👉 Comment "RSVP" below, and I'll send you the link to save your free spot! ⏰ Hurry! Seats are limited!

🙋‍♀️ Didn't get the link? It might be your privacy settings, or maybe you're not a follower yet. Make sure you are following my account, and then send me a DM so I can send you the link to save your seat!

Does your horse lack engagement? 🤔🐴If you’ve ever been told your horse needs to work more from behind — or if they feel ...
10/26/2026

Does your horse lack engagement? 🤔🐴

If you’ve ever been told your horse needs to work more from behind — or if they feel heavy, hollow, or disconnected — groundwork is your secret weapon. ✨

Groundwork is how I build engagement, topline strength, and true connection with every single horse I work with — before I ever get in the saddle. 💪

And I want to teach YOU how to do it too.

Join me for my FREE Groundwork Webinar! 🐴🎓

Inside, I’ll show you:

🔹 How to teach your horse to truly engage their hind end
🔹 Simple exercises to build topline strength and better balance
🔹 How groundwork translates directly into better riding
🔹 The tools I use every day to build communication and confidence from the ground up

This is the foundation that makes everything easier under saddle. 🌟

⚠️ Seats are limited — don’t wait to save yours!

👉 Comment "RSVP" below, and I'll send you the link to register for the FREE Groundwork Webinar!

🙋Didn't get the link? It might be your privacy settings, or maybe you're not a follower yet. Make sure you are following my account, and then send me a DM so I can send you the link to RSVP!

Before you get on a fresh or spooky horse — what do you do? 🐴 Do you lunge? Do groundwork? Get straight on and hope for ...
10/26/2026

Before you get on a fresh or spooky horse — what do you do? 🐴 Do you lunge? Do groundwork? Get straight on and hope for the best? Or maybe take the day off? 😄 Tell me your pre-ride routine in the comments — especially at this time of year. 👇

10/25/2026

Cold weather, wind, and a horse that’s suddenly spooky at EVERYTHING. 🍂👻

Welcome to spooky season. 😱

This is the time of year when your groundwork really matters. ✨

When your horse is tense and distracted, the best thing you can do is get them focused and on the aids BEFORE you get on. A few minutes of groundwork can completely change the energy of your ride. 💪

And I want to teach you exactly how to do it.

Join me for my FREE Groundwork Webinar, Wednesday Oct 28th, at 8am PT — where I’ll take you step by step through how to de-spook your horse and build the kind of calm, focused partnership. 🐴🌟

👉 Comment "RSVP" below, and I'll send you the link to save your free spot!
Didn't get the link? It might be your privacy settings, or maybe you're not a follower yet. Make sure you are following my account, and then send me a DM so I can send you the link to save your seat!

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7700 E. Rooks Road
Floral City, FL
34436

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