The First Horses - The Ones Who Made Us
They weren’t always the fanciest. Or the flashiest. Some wouldn’t load. Others wouldn’t stop. And a few of them—if we’re being honest—probably belonged in a field rather
Sarah Elebert
Equitas Co-Founder, Irish Event/Dressage rider, HSI Level 2 Coach. Her passion is to empower women & encourage more riders into the sport. She is also Mum to her two daughters, Paige & Bree.
Progress in the Ring: Dressage Ireland Makes a Move on Competition Wear
A Win for Riders, A Signal of Change
In a positive and long-awaited update, Dressage Ireland has confirmed that its 2025 rulebook will now permit competitors to wear full black or navy breeches
The Quiet Strength of Kindness in Equestrianism
It’s not about sentiment—it’s about what actually holds this sport together.
There was a question asked recently by @mbh_equestrian_coaching at a recent @dressage_ireland camp:
Why do we
Brains, Breeches, and Barriers: What the Gender Gap in Focus Really Looks Like
Let’s get one thing straight from the outset: men and women are equally capable, but their brains do function differently. That’s not an insult—it’s neuroscience. The issue isn’t
Celebrating Inclusion in Kildare: A Festival for Everyone
On Sunday, 11th May 2025, the Curragh Racecourse—one of Ireland’s most iconic sporting venues—will host something refreshingly different. The Kildare Inclusivity Festival invites individuals, families, and community groups to come