THE RIDE BETTER SYSTEM
RIDE BETTER encourages people of all disciplines, abilities and ages to come and achieve better communication with their horses even if competition is not the ultimate goal.
The RIDE BETTER SYSTEM
At the end of the day, all we can do is ride better. The RIDE BETTER clinics or teaching style are not meant to be limited to one equestrian discipline, for example show jumping, dressage or eventing. But rather, RIDE BETTER encourages people of all disciplines, abilities and ages to come and achieve better communication with their horses even if competition is not the ultimate goal.
By teaching people to ride by knowledge rather than luck, they are able to ensure success in reaching their goals, whether it be in competition or just improving their relationship with their horse. Mistakes are encouraged rather than frowned upon, and are learned from. Doing this is the only way to get better at every level.
By stripping things back to the basics, Lellie is able to equip riders with tools to face the inevitable challenges that will arise throughout their journey with horses. Learn why things are happening the way they are, learn how to fix it and then you're ready to compete or go on to the next level. By being able to problem solve effectively, riders can tackle small problems before they become big ones and avoid the psychological challenges that come with them.
Why the RIDE BETTER system?
There are hundreds of different coaches and clinicians out there, each with their own unique methods. So what makes the RIDE BETTER system stand out? And how will you and your horse benefit?
It works for any rider & any horse.
Unlike other clinics that have broad objectives that expect you and your horse to participate in to their standard, RIDE BETTER meets each rider exactly where they are at. It starts with any rider at any level with any issue they are currently facing. Lessons are individualized and progressive.
Answers the why & how.
The RIDE BETTER lessons are unique as they offer the rider tremendous amounts of theory that not only teach riders why a horse is behaving one way but also how to fix it. The system teaches people how to train their horses and deal with issues that arise in order to move onto the next level.
Gain confidence
Confidence accounts for 90% of a successful ride. But not everyone is naturally confident, knowledge is what creates confidence. Learning where and when to do what will create the ride you are looking for.
Riders agree, it works!
“Lellie has (and continues to) provide me with individualized, personalized training to help me achieve my goals as an equestrian. I find Lellie easy to work with and her direct approach in communication to be highly effective. She utilizes her years of teaching and riding experience to address my riding issues and provides practical solutions to add to my “training toolbox”.”
Cindy Kendall
Student
"Lellie was able to provide me solutions to long term challenges I have been having with my older horse- it was like she was the one riding him and guided me step by step on improving his lope. Then she switched gears and was able to give me the tools I needed to teach my new youngster! I will definitely be booking more lessons with her!"
Kristin Dwyer
Rider
“I have know Lellie Ward for close to 6 years. She has a big heart and does all she can to make a stay at Paradise a positive experience for horse and rider. Her training focuses on the relationship between you and the horse and at the end of a lesson you find you've been pushed past your limits without even knowing.”
Justin Hull
Student
"Hands down the best instructor I’ve ever ridden with!! Lellie taught me more than just riding skills at my lessons, she taught me life lessons as well. I’m forever grateful! I still tap into the courage that she found in me when I send my mares down the alleyway."
Rebecca Sox
Barrel Racer
The First Step
Meet Lellie Ward
Five star event rider and the creator of the RIDE BETTER system.