DRESSAGE ROYALTY JUDGES MY RIDING...

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If I want to get top mark at Badminton, I have to start focussing on my dressage. And who better to help me than the infamous Ferdi Eilberg!!
The Eilberg family is well known in the equestrian world, with several members achieving great success in dressage. Ferdi Eilberg, the patriarch of the family, is a highly respected dressage trainer and has produced several top-level horses and riders over the years.
Ferdi has trained many riders, including his son Michael Eilberg who represented Great Britain in the 2012 Olympic Games, as well as Carl Hester who has won numerous international titles and competed in several Olympic Games.
In addition to their successful training business, the Eilberg family also breeds top-quality dressage horses. Their breeding program has produced several successful horses, including the mare Half Moon Delphi, who was ridden by Michael Eilberg to win team gold at the 2011 European Dressage Championships.
When I arrived at the Eilberg's yard, I was greeted by Ferdi himself, who took me for a tour of the facilities. The yard was seriously impressive, with spacious stables and an indoor and outdoor arena I could only dream of!
During the lesson, Ferdi's expertise and attention to detail were evident. He was able to quickly identify areas where Dee and I needed improvement and provided clear instructions on how to make the necessary adjustments. So let's see what one of the top dressage riders in the world has to say about my riding...
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[@ann-marieparrey6510]

"Forward is never wrong" and "Discipline results in Clarity, Clarity results in Calmness" - what good things to take away!

[@homesteadlife2235]

"There are no straight bananas." "Nearly good is nothing else but bad." A lesson learned in humor is a lesson remembered. Brilliant, the both of you.

[@Kanakanakanakanakana]

I really love his way of teaching, he tells you what’s wrong and what needs to happen and let’s you fix it and find the right answer yourself without micromanaging your riding and he works on what’s wrong step by step rather than all at once. There’s certainly a lot of trainers who just pile everything wrong onto you at once and you have to fix it at once while they are yelling at you 😂. I love his dressage philosophy as well

[@amypardo7442]

He trained my mum and her horse won the Olympics paraplegic dressage ❤ spent most of my childhood with the family x

[@rutherose23]

Love these training videos with experts. I liked his advice to give discipline in a way that instills clarity and calm. You could see Dee testing you and pushing back- trying to get her own way but you insisted and eventually she gave in and did what you wanted. Something to think about as you train on your own. Reminds me of parents who only want to be friends with their kids so no discipline or boundaries- this is actually stressful for children as just like he said, proper kind discipline is a good thing- horses need and want leadership! Keep up the good work.

[@katherineschuette2361]

I love how he said that nearly good is nothing else but bad. It is so easy to become complacent and just take "good enough," when in reality "good enough" is not enough and we always need to strive for more. Lovely job Meg ❤

[@whizzywoo582]

Brought her quarters down visibly doing those exercises! Your tests are normally lovely, competent but that bit of polish could make all the difference in the scores. And that extra level of understanding your horse will follow through to help with the jumping too, so win, win all round :)

[@BlueEyes-0222]

He is very kind. What a great lesson. When someone has a really deep understanding of what he is teaching, he can make it simple.

[@fleetskipper1810]

It is so interesting to see DD, who knows you so extremely well, react to the small changes. She definitely realizes that you have changed the parameters of what you’re doing, and she gives you exactly what you ask for. If you ask wrong, she gives it wrong. This reminds me greatly of my former horse. He would gladly do something wrong all day, but once I figured out that I was the one asking for it wrong, and I changed, he happily changed to doing it right. It was all me, not him at all.

[@biggothepiggo]

I bet you and Dee had good sleeps that night! Such intense, hard work. It really paid off though in terms of improvement and you both did really well. You are looking very competitive. Your channel is so full of high quality, correct education and I really appreciate it. Thanks so much for sharing! Also, loved your walking/talking intro; your channel just keeps getting more and more slick and professional! (If that was Pete behind the camera, well done Pete!) (Also, you've got to love a German compliment; "It is looking very possible!" Haha, my Dad's half German, so I know that that's actually high praise!)

[@theresashelton7063]

OMG Dede is amazing 🎉 she looked so annoyed, but then it clicked, and she was using her body and starting to round. I want to see more lessons with this trainer!

[@abigray8585]

These types of instructors always make me laugh. They are hilarious but helpful.

[@LightRaven1000]

This is probably really strange, but....there's just something so much more magical about an instructor with that German accent

[@VIPEqTHud]

Always loved Ferdi. If he is near enough you should keep going back. He has an amazing eye. To ride a horse with straightness and relaxation and connected is so hard. You both look great. Such small corrections. Lovely frame you have.

[@jmleeinla4025]

That was an incredibly great lesson. So to the point as to what you need to work on. And Dee is really listening to you. She’s a gem. You can take his wisdom and use it for Jam as well!

[@M3LTOPAZ]

He is a very good teacher 🙌 Can you do more collabs with him?

[@ano.theart3050]

Thanks for sharing these lessons Meg. These instructors are teaching all of us!!

[@joeypotter6051]

When I had a dressage lesson with a Grand Prix trainer, he said the same thing. Are you equally straight on both reins? I said yes and he was like "think harder". Lol. We learned a lot in that lesson, and I learned lots watching this video too. Thanks for sharing :)

[@ASA-bl3hw]

You could see a big difference in that training session . Fantastic. The trainer is brilliant,love his sense of humour 😂

[@pennyharvey3954]

Excellent video as usual. I really like the way he talks about Dee Dee being who and what she it but not forcing her into something she's not. Changing the subject for a minute though, I was wondering if you have ever watched Elisa Wallace Eventing videos, she is in the states but I really like the way she trains and works with her horses, she also trains the mustangs. Just thought you might like to give her a look see. Can't wait for Badminton. ❤❤

[@christinedavies336]

What a great lesson for you, Dee Dee and everyone watching. I enjoyed his humour, which got the best out of you both.

[@lifewithadhdandponies]

That was such a great video to watch. So much to take away from it, a fantastic lesson. Loved his humour in his instructing, can’t wait to try them out. 😁

[@WAMama84]

"You must not allow or stand for any hostile takeovers."

[@Jessie_438]

You’ve honestly inspired me to start Eventing again after a nasty confidence ruining fall!

[@emmyennit]

I love seeing these technical lessons and how much improvement can be made by changing little things, you are so TALENTED

[@havermansfleur]

Watching this and listening to the brilliant commentary I can't help but feel this is also about being bolder and braver as you have been excelling in with your jumping as well. Really helpful, also to watch back I can imagine!

[@SMequestrian]

I loved this Meg! So helpful for me! I've never thought of slowing the canter without shortening the stride.... so cool! Dee looked so relaxed in that canter

[@maryhunter177]

Wow! Blown away with how you make a Connemara move like a beautiful dressage horse!! And your position is perfection! Loved some of his tips. Especially about the calming effect of clarity. Fabulous.

[@trudebower1576]

Loved this vlog! The trot improved so much after the canter work. She's such a capable mare. Your looking fitter Meg. Keep up the hard work🤗

[@4_ponies_and_pixie]

Great lesson and well done. The Eilberg family are so talented.💜

[@jamiewright8991]

You both looked incredible. Really enjoyed watching the lesson with him.

[@sliperstone.ponies]

I really love all your lessons that you film, they are so interesting to watch and i always learn something

[@anna13lak]

Such a fantastic lesson Meg!!! DeeDee looked Fabulous - a real dressage pony!!! 🎉

[@GeorgeStevemalhiot]

Du siehst erstaunlich schön aus❤

[@sharyll19011]

So well done, Meg, and so educational to get insights from a legend! Don't we all deal with clarity. Just ❤ Dee Dee!

[@heatherdent]

This was such an informative video to help yourself and others well done and it's great to take away things from experts explaining it patiently and really well your riding was amazing and dee is so cute ❤❤❤

[@elinaparkkonen517]

What a gentleman 👌😍!! And so soft Megan, so gentle riding. Pleasure to watch.

[@GeorgeStevemalhiot]

You are looking astonishingly beautiful ❤

[@LAURATANNER22]

Loved his advice! Going to be putting that into practice with my boy Leo ❤thanks Meg! 😊

[@JustHorseyMie]

Enjoyed this video. Some golden tidbits there, and affirmation that what I am thinking and doing is right.

[@karachikay5759]

You should watch this video once a week before riding Dee. You both looked wonderfully relaxed. Remember that feeling and how it looks. I am getting very excited to see you at Badminton ❤🎉

[@maggiepie8810]

'Her breed and build aren't aren't a problem because you can't do anything about that.' It's one of the wisest things ever said.

[@christinemartindale8715]

That was very interesting Meg I think you both did really well these top Eventers are very good teachers. You both looked really good tfs😎🏇😎

[@saxrendell]

It really goes to show how difficult judging dressage is, I've literally been riding for 20 years and I could barely see the difference between "good" canter and "bad" canter, its so subtle from the ground and you have to be able to feel it. But once it clicks and it's correct, it looks SO good!

[@jenniferlehman326]

What an amazing opportunity you had, to have a training session with one of the greatest people alive!! The great Ferdi himself!! I'm so chuffed and for you Meg!! And jealous as well!! LOL 😂 But seriously, you had the most amazing experience possible that you could possibly have to help you improve your Dressage scores than anyone could ever dream to have. Stick to the rules he gave you to think about, work on them. It won't hurt either Dee or Jam in the least, and I can't wait for your scores at Badminton!! Best Regards as always, with Love and Support forever, from your friend the Retired Paramedic, a S&R Dog and Handler Team Trainer,Horse Trainer and FEI Level 2 Coach and Judge from Ontario, Canada, Jenn. 💖💖🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@janegoldstein8110]

Hi Meg, Oh My is that ever a talented dressage coach. I could see what was going on with you in the slower canter stride and you looked really good. I would never been able to accomplish that at all. He is a brilliant man and he sounded very nice while he was coaching you. Well done Meg. Jane 🐎🐴❤️🧑🏻‍🦰❤️

[@karincartwright8752]

Great coaching. Nice to hear you just need tidying! Implementing his suggestions will shave several points off those scores! Great video!

[@janeminwell4395]

Very interesting from Fergie, how great was it to have a lesson with him Meg! Carl next?!😊

[@claireeric8964]

Meg, what a great job you did 👏 well ridden. It looked amazing x

[@beaumoore4845]

I LOVE your riding so,so,so,so MUCH!!!!

[@valeriefergusson269]

Amazing you did so well Good luck xx

[@souliotes]

He said "Megan" and I was like umm who is that? Lol 😂 loved this video! Great job to you and Dee 😊

[@victoriamorgan7046]

I snorted my drink when he said, "She looks like a banana" lol! But great video, so much to learn!

[@dxniella_]

Hey meg!! well done, i was wondering if you could make a video on how you get your position? I've been struggling with it and I have an issue with my legs were they get sore very quickly. It's been difficult too to force me leg where it should be, it'd be cool if you went to someone who focused on body position and did a video ❤❤

[@law7897]

Well done Meg, you rode beautifully xxx

[@puddingtheartist]

Hi Meg just wanted to say that u are a big inspiration to me ❤❤

[@rachelleonard3666]

your jumping vid last time was realy good

[@TaylorParnell]

YOU TWO MAKE AN AMAZING TEAM KEEP BELIEVING HOW AMAZING YOU ARE ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LaurenAllport]

So many useful tips 😍 reeeally love these lessons videos ! You and Jam progressed so lovely in the lesson! He is a great teacher 👍

[@sommerrose7051]

I think it was Dee Dee wasn’t it?

[@LaurenAllport]

@@sommerrose7051 ooops 🤣 I still get them mixed up!

[@ThorbjrnPrytz]

Whatever you do, maths, riding, music or whatever is always buildt on your basics/foundation. The better your foundation, the better whatever you build on top of it. You will struggle to build a straight house on a croooked foundation. The flatter and more polished your foundation is, the easier it is to build on. Allways start by polishing and mastering the basics, because everything else depends on it!

[@kathifrangquist7319]

a "Banana" that cracked me up🤣

[@samantagadisauskaite4076]

I love your horses and your riding is amazing 😊

[@thisesmesbigfan5845]

Hi Meg. I hope that you liked the Jam and Dee keyrings, letter and good luck card from the Pony Mag Big Day Out

[@stanhendrickson739]

That's the best video that you put out

[@Daisyx.m]

Love dee’s forelock in the intro😂😂

[@jessicahigdon3962]

Great video Meg

[@sarahbowen7721]

I think you could learn loads by watching this several times….keep watching and keep learning!

[@MeganGerber]

"Forward is never wrong" my speedy pinto demon pony thing: "I told you!"😁🤣

[@aolonijohnson220]

Your horses are so beautiful 🌟✨

[@ThatSpicyShetland]

Love your channel!

[@hceventing]

Such an interesting lesson for

[@sianbennett-rodgers]

What an opportunity. Calm, slow rhythm is the key take away I think

[@Brielleandangelle]

DD looked so good! And i’m so glad your taking lessons with professionals to try and improve!

[@nickygentle9246]

Awesome video 😊

[@KellyAnn1997]

How lucky to have this opportunity!

[@GeorgeStevemalhiot]

You are looking astonishingly beautiful ❤

[@lynnemorris7516]

And that's the basics, how lucky you both are.

[@randiwebb4771]

" She walks like a BANANA!!!!!!" 🤣🤣🤣

[@sharyll19011]

Off topic but curious, whatever happened to Sally, the Welsh mare you bought at auction before Java?

[@keelyevans7692]

She's so beautiful. We can't wait for her to have all organic pastures for all her friends to have perfect care like this We also can't wait for all the people to get to have these types of experiences all the days of their lives

[@rubydawson2032]

U and Dee Dee look awesome!!! 😍

[@_Free_Rein_Editz_]

OMG!! IM SO EARLY!! I LOVE UR VIDS SO MUCH!

[@lizgarland2241]

Lovely lovely vlog to watch 🇮🇪💚🍀🥰

[@chesshughes9156]

Fabulous

[@CindyM020]

One day I hope I become as good of a rider as you

[@bingusbang]

7:20 and I’ve already learned a couple things!

[@anakauffmann9976]

I Love your videos and I Love your horses ❤️ 🇧🇷

[@poppythepony123]

Omgggg royal 👑👑👑👑

[@janegoldstein8110]

Hello Meg I am so sorry that I have not commented for such a long while, I have been very poorly with my heart again and I wasn’t sure I was going to make it this time. That gentleman is certainly a very good dressage coach, but I’m sorry to say I didn’t understand a word that he said to you. I applaud you for understanding him and conveying what he said to your horse. I can’t wait to see you and Tina at Badminton, I just pray that I stay well enough. I hope that your lovely Mum Hobbit is doing well and am looking forward to seeing her driving your van with the horses in it in the near future.Keep working hard Dear, I wish you all the Luck in the World. Jane. 🐎🐴❤️🧑🏻‍🦰❤️

[@melissax3144]

“she walks like a banana” 😭😭😭pmsl

[@emmagrevstad8682]

Meg what brand and model is this dressage saddle?

[@hannahlongman9768]

It’s Voltaire but I don’t know which model

[@egeegee7146]

Beautifully done. Dressage is exacting. But jumping is all about going with the flow and going with her. Just remember don’t let dressage bleed into your jumping. Your flat work has always been exemplary.

[@Squimbelina]

Slowing the rhythm really had her paces looking much more horse and less pony. Might eke some more marks out of the pony-snob judges!

[@GeorgeStevemalhiot]

You are looking astonishingly beautiful ❤

[@victorfu6332]

England seems to be in winter forever

[@caciliawhy5195]

No sitting trot required in eventing? She's a cute little horse.

[@nicktempleton6943]

HI meg i just wanted to tell you that we don't care wether your vlogs are a 3 min gopro hack staring at jams neck or a hour long day in the live as long as you made it we will all love. it who is with me .HAPPY RIDING SARA AGE 11

[@tarahayter9473]

Yay!!! Xx

[@miekevanderwesthuizen968]

Hi Meg! Your seat it looking great - especially how engaged your glutes and lower back muscles are in bringing your body up and down in the trot :)

[@rachelleonard3666]

dee move beautiful

[@dimplechops88]

His voice really reminds me of mr icelands

[@moonsmilk333]

your videos are much better without the music that's been in them recently. it's too loud, intense and distracting. I love this video otherwise! Would love to take a lesson with this guy! Nice half pass :D

[@suzannerichards4885]

LOL!! A true event rider! You mean get your dressage scores up!

[@hannahlongman9768]

In eventing you try to get the lowest score!

[@suzannerichards4885]

@@hannahlongman9768 I know that...that's why I said A true event rider. Maybe I should have said ; "Spoken like a true event rider, "But with this trainer, he's probably looking to help his clients get a higher Dressage score.

[@GrannyCrosheting]

Ja? ja.