The Between Lessons Trilogy — CALM, SEAT & STRONG

One lesson a week. A plan for the other six days.

Three practical guides for adult riders: a calmer mind, a more independent seat and a steadier, stronger body, with a 12-week plan that gives every ride between lessons one clear goal.

What you get

• CALM — The Adult Rider's Guide to Riding Without Fear. Your Fear Map, the Confidence Ladder, a 5-minute pre-ride routine, a six-stage canter plan and a 4-week comeback plan after a fall. 8 chapters.
• SEAT — The Independent Rider. The five position mistakes adults make, independent-seat exercises, clear aids, 36 ground-pole exercises with arena diagrams, and the 12-week Between Lessons plan. 6 chapters.
• STRONG — The Rider's Body After 30. A 10-minute self-test, 16 home exercises, two 15-minute sessions a week at three levels, barn warm-up and cool-down. No gym needed: a chair, a mat and a cushion. 6 chapters.
• The Printables (31 pages): Fear Map, ladder, routine cards for your tack trunk, canter tracker, comeback plan, show-day checklist, a 12-week ride journal, the 12-week plan with tick boxes, STRONG session cards and the self-test.
• Trilogy bonuses: the 30-Day Canter Confidence Challenge and the Lesson Prep Checklist.

How it works

1. Download the PDFs right after checkout. Read them on your phone, tablet or computer, or print them.
2. Take the 10-minute self-test and fill in your Fear Map.
3. Follow the week's plan: one lesson, two solo rides with one clear goal each, two 15-minute sessions at home.

Made for

• Adult riders who started late, came back after years away, or lost confidence after a scare
• English or western, lesson riders, leasers and owners
• Riders who want to get more out of their lessons, not replace them

Grounded in published research on confidence, motor learning and exercise, explained in plain English, with every source listed at the end of each book.

FAQ

Is it for beginners?
Yes, if you already ride at walk and trot. The plans start from where you are, and each step is only a little harder than the last.

I don't own a horse. Does it work?
Yes. It was written for lesson riders and leasers as much as owners. Solo rides can be a practice ride, a lease day or a quiet slot at your barn.

I ride western. Is it for me?
Yes. The confidence work and the home exercises work for any discipline; the pole exercises work in any arena.

How long does it take?
About 15 minutes for each home session, and one clear goal for each ride you already do.

Do I need equipment?
A chair, a mat and a cushion for STRONG. Ground poles for some SEAT exercises (most barns have them).

Will it replace my instructor?
No, and it isn't meant to. It helps you arrive at each lesson with a goal and practice on your own afterwards.

How do I get the books?
Instantly: a download link appears after checkout and arrives by email.

Can I print them?
Yes, for your own use. The printables are designed for US Letter and A4.

Questions?
support@betweenlessons.shop

30-day guarantee. If the trilogy isn't right for you, email us within 30 days and we'll refund you. No questions.

Digital product: no physical item will be shipped. These guides share general information and are not a substitute for in-person instruction or advice from a doctor or other professional. Riding carries a risk of injury; always wear a certified helmet.