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BD Magazine: Issue 1 2025
- Written By: British Dressage
- Published: Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:38
The first issue of the year is here! Find out what's included in our breeding special issue of the BD Magazine, which landed on members doorsteps on Wednesday 22 January.
Recently we announced a new era for the BD Magazine, moving to a bi-monthly print format to produce six issues a year. Our team remain committed to bringing you the best news and views from across the sport, with educational and inspirational features on the horizon, alongside show reports, expert advice and insider updates from British Dressage. Issue 1 landed on doorsteps last week and is now available for Club and Community members to view online via the BD Member Hub. Here's what you can get stuck into in the first issue of the year.
Regulars
- News
- Paramatters
- BD Action featuring membership updates
- NEW Regions in Focus - Learn about the North & West region
- My Dressage Life - Meet David & Serena Pincus
Issue 1 Features
Getting the measure of nosebands
We look into the new noseband measuring technology set to be introduced from 2025. Find out more about the device itself, along with the plans for implementation.
Breeding special profile: Aike Grange Stud
Meet Yorkshire Wolds-based breeder Jenny Lyon and learn about her daily life with a busy yard of stallions, mares, foals and youngstock at Aike Grange Stud near Driffield.
Breeding special: Choosing a stallion
We consider the key factors involved in choosing suitable stallions for breeding dressage horses that are suited to the amateur rider. What's the science behind it? Read this fascinating feature to find out.
Breeding special: Feeding mares
If you're getting ready to look after a new or experience mum-to-be, find out more about how to ensure you're giving your mare the right nutrients to take her from conception to weaning.
Ask the expert: University of Surrey
We present insight into a study from the University of Surrey that considers the influence of foal gut bacteria on performance.
Seats of art and science
Dressage saddles can be a big investment, and we're here to help you make the right choices. Read about the latest research behind the latest saddles on the market.
Outside the boards: Building a Bond
Enjoy the first feature in a new series that considers some key factors affecting performance. This feature captures how the rider's bond with their horse can be developed, including some inspiring case studies.
Show report: London International Horse Show
The London International Horse Show brought down the curtain on the dressage year in spectacular style, view exclusive photos in our show report to re-live the FEI Dressage World Cup Qualifier magic.
Show report: LeMieux Quest Championships
View some unseen snaps from the LeMieux Quest Championships and celebrate the winners of this much-loved BD grassroots Championship.
BD Presents...top tips from the new-look training event
Led by Becky Moody and Sophie Wells, we re-cap on some of the key messaging from two days of top training, with stunning illustration to capture the education in action by Jess Photography.
To view the digital version of the BD Magazine, log into the BD website and head to the Member Hub via the button below.
