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THE RIDER'S BODY
Understanding Movement, Balance & Performance
A five-part educational series from Fosse Physiotherapy & Pilates
Understand your body. Improve your movement. Develop a more effective partnership with your horse.
The first webinar: More Than Just Position
Thursday 19 November 2026 | 7.30pm | Live online via Zoom
Have you ever been told to sit up, relax your shoulders, keep your heels down or stop gripping – but wondered why you find it so difficult?
Riding requires much more from your body than simply maintaining a good position.
Your body is constantly adapting to the movement of your horse. Your balance, posture, coordination, mobility and ability to respond all play a part in how you move and how effectively you ride.
In this introductory webinar, we'll explore what riding actually asks of your body, why position is about much more than appearance, and how understanding your own movement can help you become a more effective rider.
What will we explore?
Why riding is a dynamic activity, not a static position.
How your pelvis, spine, hips and shoulders work together.
The relationship between posture, balance and movement.
Why riders can look different even when attempting the same position.
How your body adapts to the movement of your horse.
Why simply being told to change your position doesn't always work.
What will you take away?
By the end of the session, you'll have a better understanding of:
What your body needs to do when you're riding.
Why certain riding difficulties can be harder to change than you might expect.
How to start recognising your own movement habits.
Why developing physical awareness and ability can make a difference.
There will also be a simple practical activity to help you start exploring your own movement.
Who is this for?
This webinar is suitable for riders of all disciplines and experience levels who want to understand more about their bodies and how they influence their riding.
You don't need any previous knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics or physiotherapy. Everything will be explained in accessible, practical language.
About your presenter
Joanna Smith is a Chartered Physiotherapist with over 24 years of clinical experience, specialising in musculoskeletal and respiratory physiotherapy, movement and Pilates.
Through Fosse Physiotherapy & Pilates, Jo combines her physiotherapy background with her interest in equestrian biomechanics to help riders understand their bodies, improve their movement and develop their riding performance.
Event details
Date: Thursday 19 November 2026
Time: 7:30pm (UK time)
Location: Online via Zoom
Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Investment: £12
The webinar will be delivered live, with an opportunity to ask questions. A recording will also be made available to registered participants.
Book your place
Join us for the first session in The Rider's Body series and discover why improving your riding starts with understanding your own body.
The Rider's Body is an educational series. It does not replace individual physiotherapy assessment or advice where this is needed.
Registered participants will need to complete a short pre-session questionnaire upon booking.
Five Sessions... One Journey Towards Better Riding.
The Rider's Body is a five-part educational series designed to help you understand how your body moves, how it influences your riding, and what you can do to develop greater awareness, balance and physical ability.
Each session explores a different aspect of rider performance, building your understanding step by step. Attend the sessions that interest you most, or join the complete series and enjoy the full learning journey.
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What does riding actually ask of your body?
Riding is about much more than simply sitting in the right position. Discover how your body works as a moving system, how your pelvis, spine, hips and shoulders work together, and why your riding position is influenced by much more than what you see in the mirror.
Explore the relationship between posture, movement and the demands of riding, and start to understand what your body needs to do to work effectively with your horse.
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How well do you really know what your body is doing?
Balance isn't about sitting still or holding yourself in a particular position. Discover how your brain and body work together to maintain balance, respond to movement and adapt to changes around you.
Explore proprioception, body awareness and postural control, and learn why developing an independent seat starts with understanding how you sense and organise your own movement.
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What has your breathing got to do with your riding?
Your breathing, posture and core function are closely connected. Discover how your diaphragm, rib cage and trunk work together to support movement, balance and stability.
Explore the relationship between breathing, muscular tension and the nervous system, and understand why holding your breath or trying too hard to engage your core might not be helping your riding.
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Does your body have the physical ability to do what you ask of it?
Riding requires a combination of strength, mobility, endurance and coordination. Discover the difference between flexibility and mobility, stability and rigidity, and strength and control.
Explore the physical capabilities that support effective riding, understand how limitations can influence your movement, and discover how targeted exercise can help you develop greater control and confidence.
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How do you turn what you practise off the horse into better riding?
Being able to perform an exercise on the ground doesn't automatically mean you can reproduce that movement in the saddle. Discover how we learn new movement patterns, develop coordination and turn conscious changes into more natural responses.
Explore motor learning, feedback and the interaction between horse and rider, and learn how to apply your developing awareness and physical ability to real riding situations.
Your learning doesn't stop when the webinar ends.
Full series pass holders will have access to a private online webinar hub, where you'll find the live joining information, recordings after each session, and additional resources.
You'll also be invited to join our private Facebook discussion group, giving you the opportunity to share experiences, ask questions and continue exploring the topics with other riders.
Join the Complete Series and Save
You can book individual webinars for £12 per session,
Or join the complete five-part series with a Series Pass for £45.
The Series Pass includes:
All five live webinars
Recordings of all five sessions
The opportunity to ask questions during the live sessions
£45 for all five sessions – thats just £9 per session - saving £15 compared with booking individually.
The first webinar takes place on Thursday 19 November 2026 at 7:30pm. Dates for the remaining sessions will be announced shortly.
If you've already booked the first webinar individually, you can contact us about upgrading to the Series Pass.
The Rider’s Body - FAQs
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Not at all! You can choose the sessions that are most relevant to you. If you purchase the Full Series Pass, you'll have access to all five webinars and their recordings, so you can work through the content at your own pace.
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Don't worry! All five webinars will be recorded. Full Series Pass holders will be able to catch up via the private webinar hub, so you won't miss out if you can't join us live.
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Full Series Pass holders will receive access to a private online webinar hub. You'll find the recordings there, along with the live joining information and any additional resources. Access details will be sent to you by email after booking.
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Recordings will be available for 90 days after the final webinar, giving you plenty of time to revisit the sessions and put what you've learnt into practice.
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Full Series Pass holders will receive an invitation link to our private Facebook discussion group. It's a space to share experiences, ask questions and continue the conversation with other riders throughout the series.
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Absolutely! Each webinar can be booked individually for £12. If you'd like to attend all five, the Full Series Pass is £45, saving you £15 compared with booking each session separately.