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The Dressage Development Podcast

The Dressage Development Podcast

Written by: Nicole Berthelot
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These are the audio summaries of my studies as a dressage judge, rider, and trainer. Riding is a lifelong journey and being an auditory learner, I wanted a way to be able to review my notes more frequently- and maybe help a few people out on their journey too.


As of this point in time, I am an FEI rider, EC competition Coach, and EC licensed 'Basic' Dressage Judge. While I have been judging and studying for a number of years, sometimes I say things that make more sense in my head (these are my personal notes remember!). If you hear something that doesn't sound right, or want clarification on, please reach out at beyondthehaybale@gmail.com It can be a learning experience for both of us!


Happy Listening, Nicole Berhelot

www.beyondthehaybale.com



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Episodes
  • Sarah's 8 Tips to Improving your Score

    Sarah's 8 Tips to Improving your Score
    Nov 3 2025
    Diving into the deeper meaning behind Sarah Geikie's simple (but powerful) tips to boost your dressage scores. From defining what 'mastering a cenerline' really is, or how to make any ride look effortlessly easy, this 30-minute podcast is packed with notes top tweak your brain, sharpen your aids, and rethink your 'square halt' obsession.

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    28 mins
  • Dietmar's Notes from C

    Dietmar's Notes from C
    Oct 6 2025
    In this episode, I'm diving into my notes and reflections on The View from C — an old school gem by Olympic judge and vet Dr. Dietmar Specht. While some parts of the book feel a bit outdated, I found so many valuable insights on the training scale, judging philosophy, and how our role as judges goes far beyond numbers on a score sheet. From the nuances of contact and impulsion to the weight of judging responsibly for the future of our sport, this episode is a deeper look into the layers that shape dressage — and what keeps me passionate about it.

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    23 mins
  • Nicole's Rider Position Collectives

    Nicole's Rider Position Collectives
    Aug 3 2025
    A question sometimes deserves more than a simple answer. In today's notes, I summarize my explaination of the two rider position collectives at the end of the USDF dressage tests: Rider Position and Seat, and Rider's Correct and Effective use of Aids. I take inspiration from Erik Herbermann, Debbie Riehl-Rodriguez, and Fran Severn to help round out my notes.

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    18 mins
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