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Official Riding School of the Los Angeles Equestrian Center
Los Angeles County's Only USHJA Accredited Riding Academy
and IEA Dressage Team
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Can Horses Throw Up?
Can Horses Throw Up? It’s a strange question — but one that surprises almost everyone: Horses can’t throw up. Ever. Unlike humans and...
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1 day ago1 min read


🐴 How Many Hours Do TES Horses Teach Per Week?
🐴 How Many Hours Do TES Horses Teach Per Week? At The Traditional Equitation School (TES), the health and well-being of our horses come...
talesoftori
Jun 142 min read


🐴 Can Horses Breathe Through Their Mouth?
No—they can’t! Horses are known as obligate nasal breathers , which means they can only breathe through their nose , not their mouth....
talesoftori
Jun 21 min read


Why Do Horses Lift Their Upper Lips?
If you’ve ever seen a horse curl its upper lip and stretch its neck in the air like it just smelled something very strange, you’re not...
talesoftori
May 272 min read


🐴 Am I Ready for My First Schooling Show?
Spoiler: Yes, you are. Thinking about signing up for a horse show but not sure if you’re ready?If you're riding at TES, the answer is...
talesoftori
May 192 min read


Trivia Time: Which U.S. president kept a herd of horses at the White House and was once arrested for speeding?
President Ulysses S. Grant was known for his love of fast horses — and in 1872, he was actually arrested for speeding in a horse-drawn...
talesoftori
May 111 min read


TES 2025 Show Season: Off to a Strong Start!
On Saturday, May 4th, TES proudly kicked off its 2025 Schooling Show Season with a fantastic dressage competition at the Los Angeles...
talesoftori
May 62 min read


What is dressage, anyway?
Dressage, often referred to as the "ballet of horseback riding," is a highly skilled form of riding performed in exhibition and...
talesoftori
May 32 min read


TES Has Moved! Let the Spring Glow-Up Begin 🌿🐴
New Barn, New Energy—Here’s What’s Happening! On Sunday, all TES horses made the big move to their temporary home in the Show Barns as we...
talesoftori
Apr 211 min read


TES is getting a Glow Up!
Subject: 🌟 TES is Getting a Spring Glow-Up—Thanks to LAEC! Dear TES Families, We’re excited to announce that TES is temporarily...
talesoftori
Apr 121 min read


Learn to Braid for Shows: TES 2025 Show Series Starts May 4th
The TES 2025 Show Series kicks off on May 4th with dressage, and while braiding isn't required, we encourage riders to braid their horses...
talesoftori
Apr 21 min read


What is the Difference between a Pony and a Horse?
If you've ever wondered about the difference between a pony and a horse, you're not alone! The distinction is often misunderstood,...
talesoftori
Mar 262 min read


What to Look for in a Summer Camp: A Guide for Parents
Horseback riding camp for ages 6-12 in Burbank. Crafts. Water play. Educational.
talesoftori
Mar 153 min read


How to Schedule a Riding Lesson at TES: Everything You Need to Know
At The Traditional Equitation School (TES), we strive to offer a wide range of lesson times to accommodate our clients, but sometimes it...
talesoftori
Mar 142 min read


Subject: Make-Up Monday – March 17th (St. Patrick's Day!)
Dear TES Families, We hope you’ve all stayed dry this week as we’ve had quite a bit of rain! To help our riders make up for the missed...
talesoftori
Mar 131 min read


TES IEA Team Wraps Up a Successful Season!
The Traditional Equitation School (TES) IEA Team has officially wrapped up an exciting and competitive season, and we couldn’t be...
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Mar 74 min read


The TES Rider Grading System: A Clear Path to Equestrian Progress
At The Traditional Equitation School (TES) , we believe that structured learning leads to confident, capable riders. For many years, we...
talesoftori
Mar 72 min read


TES Prepares for IEA Zone 6 Dressage Finals This Weekend
Tomorrow marks the beginning of an exciting weekend for TES and equestrian teams from across the region! The IEA Zone 6 Dressage Finals...
talesoftori
Feb 282 min read


Countdown to Victory: Team TES Prepares for the IEA Zone 6 Finals
As the anticipation builds with only six days remaining until the highly awaited IEA Zone 6 Finals, Team TES is in full preparation mode...
talesoftori
Feb 232 min read


TES Riders Compete at Zone 6 Dressage Finals
TES Riders Compete at Zone 6 Dressage Finals The TES IEA Dressage Team, coached by the talented Karina Lyons, a USDF L judge, Board...
talesoftori
Feb 202 min read
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