Long Ride Home

10/05/2026

A little while ago Rupert had the great pleasure of being a guest on the In Stride Podcast with Sinead Halpin.

In this episode they talk about his son’s autism and the discovery that a horse’s gait could unlock communication, the therapy programs he developed for autistic children, veterans and trauma survivors, and why classical dressage plays such an important role.

Rupert also shares the story behind his journey across Mongolia, his search for a shaman, and the making of The Horse Boy — all while exploring his belief that healing requires both hard science and a little bit of magic. 🐎✨

Follow the link in the comments to listen!

If you find this interesting then stay tuned, because Sinead has now been a guest on the Live Free Ride Free podcast hosted by Rupert and the episode is dropping soon!

09/29/2026

One of the best ways to learn to ride is going on steady, supported trail rides in nature. We find that after a while, most people naturally start following the horse’s movements much better!
Learning the technical aspects of the aids is useful yes, but let’s not get hung up on this formalization indefinitely at the expense of building relationship while having fun.

09/27/2026

Taking the time to prepare your horse for his life in the human world makes all the difference! You can’t train for everything you’re going to encounter in life, but you can train for trust, communication and partnership, which puts you and your horse in a position where you can get through challenges as a team!

09/26/2026

Shifting from seeking approval to serving the audience creates powerful connections. Whether in dressage or other endeavours, focus on eliciting emotion: fun, inspiration, laughter.
Watch the full video with Kansas Carradine through the link in the comments!

09/26/2026

A beautiful article written by the amazing Leana Tank on what becomes possible when horses and humans are given the opportunity to heal, learn and grow together:

When I look at horses, I see avenues for physical, mental, emotional, & community healing that extend far beyond what is typically offered in the therapy world.

09/24/2026

✨ "There's a big difference between submission and relaxation." – Patrick King

Ever wonder why your horse braces even when you're doing everything "right"? It might come down to something as simple as whether he's breathing.

Classical trainer Patrick King joins Rupert to unpack diagonal balance, the physiology of the half halt, and why speed is the enemy of balance — not the goal.

This is a conversation about the mechanics behind real feel, for anyone who wants to understand their horse a little more clearly.

👉 Watch here: https://youtu.be/QKdzBE4Q89I

✨ "Speed is the enemy of balance." – Patrick KingClassical dressa...

09/23/2026

Horses carry us, whether that's literally or figuratively. They take us on a journey and help us stay present.

09/21/2026

Upcoming workshops with Rupert in The US & EU!
If you would like to participate in any of these or need more information, just drop it in the comments below or send us a message and we'll direct you to the right place!

09/20/2026

Discover how to ride in a relaxed, stable manner, enabling true connection with your horse. Tensing muscles prevents feeling; true upper body control comes from a relaxed, stable foundation.

09/18/2026

Even after difficult experiences, we can choose where to focus our attention. Acknowledge rising anxiety, feel your feet on the ground, and deliberately bring yourself back to a state of calm.