Business Details
17 Years
experience
Online Equestrian Training & Workshops
Equestrian Coach is the world's leading online training site for equestrians, founded by legendary horseman Bernie Traurig. With over 60 years of combined experience in show jumping, dressage, and eventing, our platform offers comprehensive instruction rooted in the American Hunter/Jumper Forward Riding System. Our team of Olympic champions, world-class clinicians, and industry specialists provides accessible education through a library of 300+ videos, live workshops, and personalized expert consultations. We serve riders and instructors at all levels, from beginners to advanced competitors, with a focus on classical techniques modernized for contemporary jumping disciplines.Our West Point, VA training center offers immersive workshops, while our digital platform delivers affordable, on-demand access to expert knowledge. Backed by testimonials from top professionals and amateur riders alike, we emphasize horsemanship, safety, and performance optimization through structured curricula and practical exercises. Our commitment to quality education is reflected in partnerships with leading equestrian organizations and continuous expansion of our content library.
Services
Online Video Library
Workshops with Bernie Traurig
Ask the Experts Q&A
Equitation Training
Horse Care Education
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of combined Olympic-level riding expertise
- Our library contains the complete American Forward Riding System
- We feature 65+ world-class instructors across all disciplines
- We provide affordable access to professional-grade training materials
- Our workshops offer hands-on instruction at our Virginia facility
What people say
Invaluable resource
Affordable coaching
Expert instruction
Comprehensive library
Life-changing training
Services
Online Video Library
Access 300+ expert-led riding lessons covering all disciplines. Our comprehensive library includes foundational techniques through advanced competition training. Content is regularly updated with new instructional videos from Olympic champions and industry specialists.
Workshops with Bernie Traurig
Participate in immersive training sessions at our West Point, VA facility. These workshops provide concentrated access to Bernie Traurig's expertise through hands-on instruction, personalized feedback, and structured curriculum implementation.
Ask the Experts
Submit specific riding questions to our panel of professionals. Receive detailed written responses from experienced clinicians covering training challenges, technique refinement, and competition preparation across multiple disciplines.
Equitation Training
Develop proper riding form and technique through systematic instruction. Our equitation programs focus on position development, effective aid application, and rider-horse communication for competitive success.
Horse Care Education
Learn essential horse management skills through specialized modules. Topics include stable safety, grooming techniques, feeding practices, and injury prevention strategies taught by experienced equine professionals.
People
Bernie Traurig
Founder & Head Coach
Olympic veteran with 60 years of experience across all three international equestrian disciplines. Former USET team member who has trained multiple national champions through his Forward Riding System.
Questions
What riding disciplines do you cover?
We offer instruction in show jumping, hunters, equitation, dressage, eventing, and western reining disciplines.
Are your videos suitable for beginners?
Yes, our library includes fundamentals for beginners through advanced rider training exercises.
Can I access content on mobile devices?
Our platform provides mobile-friendly streaming access to all video content.
Do you offer instructor certifications?
While we don't certify instructors, our materials support professional development for riding coaches.
How often is new content added?
We regularly add new videos and update our library with current training techniques and expert insights.
