Straightness Training

Develop balance, harmony, and true partnership with your horse

Why Straightness Training works

In Straightness Training, we don’t use the horse for dressage.

We use the dressage for the horse.

Instead of forcing the horse into a shape or frame, we develop the horse step by step, in a way that supports the horse's body, mind, heart, and soul.

Most traditional training focuses on symptoms.

We address the root cause:

Natural Asymmetry.

Instead of telling your horse what to do, or forcing your horse into a frame, you develop your horse's balance step by step in a horse-friendly way.

Not a method. A complete system.

Marijke Jong developed Straightness Training because of her horse Maestro.

Straightness Training is not just a collection of exercises.

It's built on 5 training pillars, 4 areas, and 6 keys.

It’s a logical system that shows you exactly:

where to start
what to do next
when to do it
how to do it
and why it works

See Straightness Training in action

This is what becomes possible when you follow a structured system.

The 5 Training Pillars

With Straightness Training, you'll develop your horse in five different training pillars, so you don’t miss any piece of your horse’s development.

Five Training Pillars Groundwork

Five Training Pillars Longeing

Five Training Pillars Work in Hand

Five Training Pillars Riding

Five Training Pillars Liberty

The 4 Areas

In Straightness Training, you don’t just train the body, but the whole horse.

Your horse develops in four areas:

Body — physical balance
Mind — mental balance
Heart — emotional balance
Soul — spiritual balance

The 6 Keys

The 6 keys are the principles that guide every step, so you always know what to do and why.

What changes when you do Straightness Training

Before

Maestro — before Straightness Training

Training your horse but not really making progress...
Spending a fortune on specialists with little to show for it...
Second guessing yourself, "What's wrong with your horse?"
Feeling frustrated seeing others succeed... you're still stuck.
Often confused or lost, while trying to fix your horse...

After

Maestro —after Straightness Training

Having a clear strategy that works (regardless your horse's breed).
No longer fighting the symptoms, instead, addressing the root cause.
Finally feeling confident because now you "get it".
Knowing EXACTLY what steps to take to move forward.
Feeling empowered, confident, and sure of your next step.

You, too, can turn things around

You, too, can end the frustration, for you and your horse.
Imagine what it would be like to ride with lightness, softness, and ease.
Watch your horse transform into the partner you always knew they could be.

FAQ

1. What is Straightness Training?

Straightness Training is a step-by-step system that helps you develop your horse symmetrically in body and limbs. You work through a structured approach that improves your horse's balance.

2. Is Straightness Training only for dressage horses?

No. Straightness Training is for all horses and all riders, regardless of breed or discipline. It’s not about winning. It’s about developing your horse's balance in a horse-friendly way.

3. Do I need to be an experienced rider?

No. Straightness Training is designed as a logical, step-by-step system. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, you can follow the process and apply it at your own level.

4. How is Straightness Training different from other methods?

Most traditional training focuses on correcting symptoms. Straightness Training focuses on the root cause: natural asymmetry. You develop the horse step by step in a way that makes sense to the horse.

5. How long does it takes to see results?

Many riders notice changes quite quickly, especially in understanding. Real, lasting results come from consistent development over time. You don’t rush the process. You build it step by step.

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