On the straight & narrow
MEET THE EXPERT
MELISSA CHAPMAN’S teenage passion was eventing, but she made the switch to dressage in 2009. She runs Team Chapman Equestrian near Richmond, North Yorkshire, and offers livery and training to horses and riders of all levels and disciplines. Find out more at teamchapmanequestrian.com.
WHAT ARE THE SCALES OF TRAINING?
These six building blocks form a guideline for trainers, riders and judges alike. It’s important to achieve each stage before moving on to the next, although they shouldn’t be treated as a checklist - the lower rungs should be revisited throughout your horse’s training. By mastering each level you will dramatically improve your horse’s performance.
