From Research to Riding: Insights with Engell & MacKechnie-Guire

 

Curious about what the latest research reveals on bridles, nosebands, and rider training? Join us to hear the facts straight from the source. 

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📅 Date: Thursday, September 11th, 2025
🕖 Time: 19:00 CET
🌐 Language: English
🎟️ Open for everyone – free to attend

What to expect:

  • Russell MacKechnie-Guire will share key insights from his research on bridles and nosebands, highlighting how tack design and fit can influence both horse welfare and performance.

  • Maria Terese Engell will present her research on rider training, before continuing with an introduction to Rider In Balance—its mission, methods, and the innovations shaping the future of rider and horse partnerships.

This webinar is a unique opportunity to learn directly from leading researchers who are combining science and practice to improve rider health, horse welfare, and overall performance. Whether you are a rider, trainer, or simply passionate about equestrian sport and horse wellbeing, this event is for you.

Speakers

Maria Terese Engell

Founder of Rider In Balance and a researcher in rider training and biomechanics. She developed the innovative RIB Stirrup to enhance rider health, horse welfare, and overall performance, combining science with practical solutions for everyday riders.

Russell MacKechnie-Guire

Equine biomechanics researcher known for his groundbreaking work on the effects of saddles, bridles, and rider position. His research bridges science and practice, helping improve both horse welfare and rider performance.

Academy Member

Becoming a RIB Academy Member has been both educational and fun. A great way to kickstart my unmounted training and I feel really motivated to further work on my balance and position.

Olympian Karl Cook

When I started to work with RIB, I had 12 horses in the stable, and 11 of them turned slower to the left. Now, all my horses turn great in both directions because I've mastered the skill of aligning and moving my body correctly.

Academy Member

I have gained a lot better body awareness as well as posture and balance. I can take the experiences from the unmounted training up on the horse and use at as a reference. The connection with my horse has improved a lot.

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