Horses, Sales / 18.09.2019
New! Upcoming Prospect: Nashville SSH
Nashville is a kind, elegant 2016 PRE gelding, 16.2. He is a premium prospect and we have been very pleased with his demeanor and trainability
Announcements, Horses / 19.08.2019
Current Opening for A Horse in Training
Please call 610 247 8689 or email paridingacademy@aol.com for more information about bringing your horse into training with us.
Clinics, Reviews / 19.08.2019
August Lecture/Demo Recap: Developing Collection
Our August lecture/demonstration on Developing Collection was another fun opportunity for riders to learn more about Paul’s method and approach to training, which has been carefully developed over 45 years.
Save the date for our next lecture event on August 11 at the Pennsylvania Riding Academy: Developing Collection. Have you wondered what collection really is and what it isn't?
Clinics, Dressage, Reviews / 26.07.2019
Recap: Rider Position Lecture/Demo
Our latest lecture/demonstration event at Lost Hollow Farm was an in-depth, practical look at effective use of correct rider position.
Books, Reviews / 23.07.2019
Classical Riding Expert Charles de Kunffy Reviews Paul’s New Book “Dressage for No Country”
In Dressage for No Country, Paul Belasik has written a “page-turner” book that one is reluctant to put down. In a charming and conversationally intimate style, Mr. Belasik discusses many of the important principles inherited by the classical riding tradition. He reminds us that this tradition is...
Articles, Blog, Books, Lectures, Lost Hollow Farm, Pennsylvania Riding Academy, Wisdom / 23.07.2019
“Modern Study of Expertise” from “Dressage for No Country”
From "Dressage for No Country:" The Road to Mastery and The Modern Study of Expertise.
I have noticed a nagging weakness that shows up in a lot of riders. They have an aversion to studying theory.
Andalusian, Announcements, Dressage, Horses, Lost Hollow Farm, Sales / 18.06.2019
For Sale – Andalusian/Hanoverian IALHA Mare Caposalda
Caposalda is a 15.3 hand 2011 registered Half Andalusian (IALHA). "Cappy" is a comfortable, responsive mare with easy lateral work and extensions. Schooling flying changes (see video.) Lovely gaits and potential to go much farther.
Articles, Blog, Dressage, Pennsylvania Riding Academy, Wisdom / 29.05.2019
The essence of the halt – few judges understand what it is
In every dressage competition test, at every level, in every country, the horse and rider will start and finish the test with a halt. The beginning of the test may read, “A: Enter working trot. X: Halt, Salute. Proceed collected trot.”
Clinics, Dressage, Lectures, Pennsylvania Riding Academy, Reviews, Wisdom / 29.05.2019
Review of demo lecture on Developing a Successful Practice
Our second lecture demonstration of the year, Developing a Successful Practice, was a comprehensive overview of principles for both the rider and the horse.