Rider’s Block

Stop Riding in Circles

Practice makes perfect, right? Except when that practice is aimless, uninspired, and repetitive. But what should you do when you swing into the saddle, and your mind goes… blank?

rider's block deck

This 50-card deck delivers concepts, exercises, and tools to focus your practice between lessons. Draw cards at random when you need a break from same-old, same-old. Or, select specific exercises that align with your riding goals.

Designed to help you think “outside the block,” this set helps you:

Make every ride more interesting for you and your horse.
Challenge yourself to try new things.
Stay motivated when you’re practicing on your own.

Rider’s Block is available for pre-order at an early bird rate of $24.99.

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I began taking horse riding lessons at age six. More than 35 years later, I’m still in the saddle and am more obsessed with equestrian sports than ever.

My young rider background was in dressage, which I still love. As an adult, I have gained experience in stadium jumping, eventing, working equitation, trail riding, reining, cutting, and roping. There’s always more to learn—it’s why I started Horse Rookie!

I’ve enjoyed riding in four countries, from galloping the beaches of Costa Rica to eventing in lush green Ireland. When I’m home, I hone my skills by taking 2-3 lessons per week, schooling 3-4 times per week, showing occasionally, and attending at least 5 riding clinics per year.

Montana, USA is home, and my herd includes reined cow horse Rem (AQHA), jumping pony Jax (Azteca), and miniature horse Bug (Appaloosa).

Happy Trails!

Nicole R.