Imagine having Frank Madden as your personal trainer as he discusses the importance of the independent seat, the outside rein, balance and impulsion, being “up to the bit” and more. He also applies these basics to jumpers and how this skill set translates into a handy and capable jumping partnership.

In this two clinic series “Fundamentals for Better Rideability”, Frank focuses on the importance of fundamentals for equitation and jumper riders at the intermediate and advanced levels. He reveals his philosophy that you can “become successful due to good riding and good training”. For those who have not had the opportunity to experience the Frank Madden clinic in person, now is your chance to audit his class with a front row seat. Join him for these insightful clinics held that his Frank Madden Show Stable: Hunters Moon Farm in New York.

The “Fundamentals for Better Rideability” DVD series gives both riders and trainers the chance to learn from this highly accomplished trainer. This DVD also includes an exclusive sit-down interview with Frank Madden, where he discusses his early career, the importance of getting involved in the sport at all levels and recounts the defining moment when his students inspired him!

Frank Madden is one of the most successful trainers in show jumping talent in the equestrian sport today. He has trained several of the most promising junior equitation and junior amateur jumper riders-riders who have had the potential to represent the United States at the highest levels of international competition. One of Frank's students, Brianne Goutal, made history in 2005 by being the first junior to win all the major equitation medal finals including the USEF medal finals and the ASPCA Maclay finals. A knowledgeable and thorough instructor, Frank is at the top of his field.

Trainer: Frank Madden

Added to Collection: 01/07/2010
Run time: 170 mins

Genres: Hunter/Jumper