05/08/2026
As we approach championship season for many competitions, now might be a good time to check in with how you can show up feeling your bestā¦ š«¶š¼
How do you stay present through pressure and challenging experiences?
Is there a mismatch between how things feel when training at home and how they feel at a show?
Would you like to come away from these experiences feeling more present and connected, rather than overwhelmed and simply relieved that they are over?
Join Kat from Wellness Pathways at Millie McBride Dressage for a supportive outdoor session exploring how the body, mind and nervous system respond to pressure, challenge and uncertainty, both in everyday riding and in competitive environments.
When pressure begins to build, the body may tighten, the breath can become shallow and thoughts can start to race. This can affect confidence, communication and the ability to stay connected with your horse, whether you are riding at home, warming up at a show or entering the arena.
Through yoga-based movement, body awareness, breathwork and meditation, the session will help you:
ā¢Notice how pressure and tension show up in your body
ā¢Move and stretch areas that commonly hold tension when riding
ā¢Use the breath as an anchor, both on the ground and in the saddle
ā¢Develop practical tools to feel more grounded and present while riding, creating better connection and harmony
ā¢Build greater capacity for those more challenging experiences
ā¢Better understand the connection between your nervous system and your horseās.
Kat and Millie have worked together for the past six years and continue to explore the powerful interconnection between rider and horse-how our bodies and minds influence our horses, and how they influence us in return.
The session will take place outside at the beautiful Millie McBride Dressage venue, surrounded by nature and offering the ideal setting to slow down, reconnect and build greater awareness.
No yoga or meditation experience is necessary.
Dates and times:
Wednesday 12 August 2026, 7.00-8.00pm
Session length: 1 hour
Investment: £25 per session
What to bring:
-A yoga mat
-Water
-A curious and open mind
Book your ticket here:
https://horsemonkey.com/uk/equestrian_event/91026/Present+Under+Pressure