Long reining
Berith Eriksson
About Berith
Berith Eriksson is a Swedish dressage rider and coach, specialising in the art of long reining – ‘’riding from the ground’’. She has more than 35 years experience teaching and training/producing horses of different breeds and ages.
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She began riding at early age and soon established an interest in finding ways of schooling horses. She initially focused on show jumping but transitioned to dressage after gaining experience in dressage stables under Elise Fredriksson and Susanne Gielen in Sweden.
When the Swedish Government created a university programme in Hippology, she was able to secure a position as a student.
During her training at Flyinge, one of the country leading national equestrian centres, she focused on developing excellence within the horse sector. With trainers of Olympic status as Kyra Kyrklund, the Swedish team former Chef d’Equipe, Bo Jenå, Jan Jönsson, Peter Eriksson, Göran Lindstrand, Göran Henriksson and KG Svensson, she completed the unique university programme at the Swedish Agriculture University.​​
​The intensive course included competition riding in all disciplines, theoretical lectures, and the highest standard of stable management providing Berith with a first class comprehensive equestrian education.​
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"I was so lucky having these people training me daily, as their expertise covered not only dressage and show jumping, but also extended to eventing and carriage driving, along with the comprehensive training of horses of all ages. It was a time of constantly learning from the best that ultimately shaped me into the horse person I am today."​
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​Having competed to advanced dressage, and with a background in eventing and show jumping, Berith has trained numerous riders in Sweden, Tenerife, and in the South East of England since she arrived here in 2004. Her unique way of long reining, as a complement to riding/driving, from novice up to advanced has proved very popular.
​​A session with Berith offers a holistic approach to improving your horse's performance and well-being. The session begins with a comprehensive assessment of your horse's biomechanics, identifying any areas of imbalance or restriction that might be affecting its movement. This initial assessment is followed by an open discussion about your specific goals for your horse, allowing Berith to tailor the session to your individual needs and aspirations. Beyond the physical assessment, the session also encompasses practical training advice, providing you with the tools and knowledge to continue developing your horse's way of going long after the session is over. Ultimately, the aim is to unlock your horse's full potential, creating a more comfortable, balanced, and effective partnership.
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Berith is available for long reining demos, clinics and riding lessons in the UK and overseas.
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