About Jec Ballou

I was raised in a horse training family in Vermont, studied dressage throughout Europe, and eventually settled in California. About 15 years ago, I realized that most of the problems riders struggled with stemmed from their horses not using their bodies well. They lacked strength or coordination, they had muscle imbalances, they were stiff, and so on. Meanwhile, horse training had become too specialized and way too complicated.

We needed simple, straightforward tools to help horses use their bodies optimally.

This prompted me to write my first book in 2005, 101 Dressage Exercises for Horse and Rider, which was endorsed by the United States Dressage Federation as critical for every rider to own. Three other books followed, all of which have been translated in to foreign languages and widely trusted around the world for helping horses regain freedom of movement, an enjoyment of exercise, and strong bodies.

Today, I work with students and their equine partners across the globe through my publications, customized fitness plans, online courses, and in-person clinics. I hope to work with you soon.