Best Amelia Newcomb Podcasts (2025)

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Training for Longevity Q&A 31:20

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This week, Nicole from Team Amelia stepped in to answer your questions on keeping our golden oldies happy, healthy, and moving well into their senior years. Caring for older horses is both a responsibility and a privilege — and with the right adjustments, they can continue to thrive under saddle (and in life) for many years. In this episode, you’ll…

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Mastering the Canter Q&A 32:59

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Improve Your Balance in the Saddle Q&A 31:13

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This week we’re diving into rider position — from balance and strength to saddle fit and stirrup length — and how each affects your security and effectiveness in the saddle. I’m sharing fresh tips from a recent clinic with German trainer Albrecht Heidemann, why fitness is key if you ride just one horse a day, and how post-surgery recovery made me r…

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Posture & Alignment Q&A 29:21

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Last night's session was all about posture! Whether you're slouching at your desk or looking at your phone, posture affects everything — and especially your ride. We cover: Why posture matters on and off the horse Shoulder mechanics and how they affect your contact The truth about collapsing through your middle Common issues like leaning forward an…

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Ep34-A stable riding position with Solange Ellis 1:03:00

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Solange Ellis, founder of the Stable Riding Lab. Our adoptable horse this month is an Arabian/Saddlebred cross named Jenny, located at the Humane Society of North Texas. For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Young Rider magazines just for podcas…

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Lightness in the Bridle Q&A 25:01

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This week’s chat started with… no questions! But that didn’t stop us from diving deep into some really meaningful (and practical!) topics. In this episode, we talk about: My takeaways from riding with Steffen this week A brilliant quote from Christine Traurig Why lateral suppleness must come before longitudinal – and how that shows up in the saddle…

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The Circle of Energy Q&A 35:31

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the Training Scale Masterclass—why it matters, how it helps, and how you can apply it in your daily rides. Enrollment is closing Monday, so this is your reminder to join if you haven’t already! We chat about: Why the training scale is the foundation of all good riding How to use it as a problem-solving tool i…

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Building a Good Foundation Q&A 24:38

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Last night Germán and I has a great chat about the Training Scale and how it helps for training your horse. We had some great questions sent in so we could share all about how the Training Scale can help you solve your problems with your horse. Happy Riding, Amelia PS. RSVP for the Training Scale Webinar here…

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Riding Inside Leg to Outside Rein Q&A 30:02

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Did you watch this week's YouTube video? Germán and I have been giving each other lessons this week! In this week's video Germán is riding Poppy and working on the leg yield to the canter, it's a super exercise for helping the inside hind be a little more engaged. It can really help you get the correct lead or if you are having trouble with canter …

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Connection & Balance Q&A 25:56

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Have you watched this week's YouTube Video yet? Watch it here, see Germán working on transitions with Poppy to help his connection and balance with her! We had a quick recap on Bootcamp, we had the most epic week, I loved seeing everyone's progress, and I think my favorite part was seeing everyone's posts with their #ilovemyhorse comments and photo…

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Ep33-100th annual Pony Swim this July! With Chincoteague Pony historian Sarah Boudreau. 57:55

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Sarah Boudreau, author of the new book Before Misty: Early Chincoteague Pony History, in honor of the 100th Pony Swim taking place July 30, 2025. Our adoptable horse this month is an attention-loving Saddlebred cross named William, located at the Hooved Animal Hu…

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Bootcamp Q&A - 6pm FB Live 17:33

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night's live we had a super quick session as we have so much prep to do for tomorrow's Bootcamp session, we're going to be doing an epic demonstration on riding position so I hope to see you there! If you're not registered for Bootcamp, sign up here so you can come tomorrow!

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Why You Should Ride with Others Q&A 29:18

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Last night Germán and I talked about how to ride in the arena with other riders. Nothing is worse than not knowing who has right of way, so we shared some important tips! Bootcamp starts next Wednesday and we are SO excited, tune in to hear some important updates and see the schedule of events. If you still need to RSVP, you can do so here! Happy R…

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Rhythm, Tempo, and Energy Q&A 32:17

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Celebrating the Canter Challenge Winners 32:50

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Last night we announced the winners of our epic 30 Day Canter Challenge, I am so proud of each and every one of you!

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Ep32-David O'Connor talks horses in a non-horsey world 56:53

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to David O'Connor, Olympic gold medalist and USEF Chef of Sport, about his career highlights and how we can all help keep horse sports thriving in today's decidedly non-horsey world. This month's adoptable horse, Rawhide, is a beautiful Paint mare who is looking for…

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Planning Out Your Improvement Q&A 55:31

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Last night Nicole from my team stepped in to host the live session. She guides you through a thoughtful and strategic approach to planning your improvement and success as a rider. She goes through a mid-year goal check-in & progress assessments, and how to use the training scale to identify challenges. She also shares tips for overcoming setbacks, …

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The Secret to Soft, Quiet Hands Q&A 29:03

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Last night's live was all about the secret to sofy, quiet hands. We started with a great question about the correct rein length for communicating with your horse, so many more interesting questions about contact, and a great conversation about the Scrambled Eggs! Happy Riding, Amelia PS. Don't forget to RSVP for my Independent Seat Webinar this Sun…

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Improve Your Independent Seat Q&A 28:12

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Last night we were talking about the Independent Seat. Did you see this week’s YouTube featuring Ingrid Klimke and her best tips to develop an independent seat? She is one of the most incredible riders I’ve ever watched. Watch it here! Sunday 25th I'll be doing an Independent Seat Webinar, you can sign up for that here if you would like to! We had …

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#MotherKnowsBest - A Chat About Horses and Family 32:28

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With Mother's day just around the corner, I was honored to have my mom JoElyn on the live last night. We shared some amazing memories from the past few years, and what we have both learned from our moms. I know I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for her incredible support! What have you learnt from your mom? PS. Don't forget to RSVP for my…

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Ep31-Two-time Road to the Horse winner Tik Maynard 50:40

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Tik Maynard, who recently won Road to the Horse for the second year in a row! This month's adoptable horse is a sweet bay Thoroughbred gelding named Nash who is looking for a companion home. For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Young Rider maga…

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Top Exercises to Improve the Canter Q&A 30:12

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We are all so excited for the Canter Challenge so last night we were talking all about my favorite exercises you can use to improve your canter. The 30 Day Canter Challenge has started... but there is still time to join! Click here to check it out!

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Ride with Confidence Q&A 27:05

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Next Thursday, May 1st is the first day of my 30 Day Canter challenge, I am so excited about it! The canter can be a tricky transition to master, but it is such a fun gait to ride. Once you figure out the transition, and you can keep your horse relaxed and round, it’s the most magical feeling! Last night Germán and I talked about how we have prepar…

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Suppleness Through the Body Q&A 28:12

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The 30 Day Canter Challenge is officially open for enrolment, it’s going to be a fantastic 30 days, and I’m giving away $10,000 to the top transformations! The Canter Challenge has been the MOST requested challenge and I’m so excited for it! No horse is born knowing how to be round at the canter, or how to carry a rider at the canter. That’s why I’…

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Posture and Balance in the Saddle Q&A 29:34

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In last night's live we talked about posture and balalnce in the saddle. This is something you need to be mindful of all the time. Slouching also means we end up looking down which we don't really want to do! We had some super questions about riding without stirrups. We shared some exciting info about the upcoming Canter Challenge. The canter is de…

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Structuring Your Ride Q&A 35:20

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Last night we talked about how to plan your ride. It’s so important to look up, looking up helps you create a plan for where you want to go. Your horse won’t go to where you’re not looking , listen in to hear our other tips for planning your ride! Also hear about how Germán’s experience of recording his very first ride-along podcast! Don’t forget t…

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Ep30-What's new for riders of a certain age? With Fran Severn 1:05:51

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Fran Severn, author of Riders of a Certain Age and the newly released Book of Barn Hacks. Next up is a chat with Sara Goldsmith, LCSW, a therapist that helps young athletes manage anxiety, build confidence, and reach their full potential. This month's adoptable h…

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Preparing for the Canter Q&A 28:06

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Last night we talked bout how to prepare for the canter. The better your basics, the better your canter! We shared tips on improving your canter, and your transitions. We also shared our own thoughts on how we prepare ourselves and our horses for showing. Download my Free Canter PDF Guide: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-canter-resource-amel…

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Relaxation and Suppleness in the Walk Q&A 16:15

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Last night’s live was a little different as I was live from the horse show in Del Mar. Today I’m riding the PSG and the I1 on Saturday so that’s super exciting! This week’s YouTube video was on the walk, my biggest tip is don’t forget to practice it! I also introduced my new puppy Messi, so let me know if you have any potty training tips! I have a …

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Suppling a Tense Horse Q&A 25:10

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Have you watched this week’s YouTube video? I would recommend watching it as it’s a really interesting one. I taught a symposium in Idaho late last year and I had a super student on a Lusitano and he started anticipating. So I shared how we worked with him when he started to anticipate the canter transition. If you have a horse that starts anticipa…

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Ep29-Talking horse training conundrums with Julie Goodnight 1:14:43

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to beloved trainer and clinician Julie Goodnight. Next up is a chat with Stoney Stamper, national sales director for family-owned Hart Trailers. This month's adoptable horse is 17-year-old Arabian mare Ariana, located in Ojai, Calif. For special subscription rates o…

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Improve Your Position, Improve Your Horse 31:15

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Last night we talked about rider position, what we can do to improve our rider position, and most importantly, how improving our position can improve our horses! We had so many questions from the audience about their common rider position problems, how those problems can affect our horses, and most importantly, how to fix them! If you enjoed this, …

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How to Keep Your Hands Still Q&A 33:25

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We are talking about keeping your hands still because that was this week's video, and it's something we sometimes don't realise they're moving quite so much! The "secret" to keeping your hands still is to have an independent seat. Your hands are an exacerbation of what your seat is doing; if your seat is bouncing, you hands are bouncing even more. …

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For the Love of the Horse: Friday LIVE From the Barn 36:21

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Tune in to hear our live from the barn and meet Germán's new mare! Here's the link to RSVP for my rider position webinar. And if you want to watch this episode on YouTube and see our horses, you can catch it here!

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For the Love of the Horse: The Newlywed Game, Equestrian Edition 29:37

7M ago29:37

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Last night Nicole hosted the Newlyweds Game, Equestrian Edition where I competed against Germán and against the chat, and it got really competitive! We had so much fun! Don't forget to RSVP for my upcoming Rider Position Webinar! If you want to watch this episode live, you can watch it here.

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Ep28-Dressage is for everyone with Amelia Newcomb 1:05:38

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Grand Prix dressage rider and virtual coach Amelia Newcomb. Next up is a chat with Mary Campbell, founder and owner of Mare Modern Goods. This month's adoptable horse is Kate, an adorable 17-year-old sorrel Quarter Horse mare who has been doing well under saddle.…

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For the Love of the Horse 13:20

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This week I am planning some extra live sessions for Valentine's week, to celebrate how much we love our horses! Make sure you tune in for Thursday's session where we will be playing the newlywed's game but equestrian themed. Then on Friday we'll be doing a special live from the barn! Don't forget to RSVP for my FREE Rider Position Webinar, just cl…

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The Bending Aids 28:38

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Last night we had a great chat about relationships. We reflected on our relationships with people and with our horses. We got a really exciting update from Germán about his new horse, tune in to hear more about her! We also talked about bend and had some super questions on turning our horses. We shared some tips on how to make sure your horse is be…

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Riding an Older Horse Q&A 30:03

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Last night in the live I talked about riding an older horse, considerations to make for an older horse, and the wonderful partnerships people have with their older horses. Including lots of great questions from participants. I also shared some updates from my trip to Europe last week. It was such a great trip, we fit so much into only 5 days and go…

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The Secret Behind Half-Halts Q&A 42:19

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Last night Nicole had a great session with you guys all about half halts. We had so many questions sent in about half halts and as a licenced judge and a coach, Nicole has such a great way of explaining the half halt and answering all those questions! Check out my half-halts workshop here!

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Relax a Tense Horse Q&A 30:16

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Last night Germán and I talked about hot, tense horses and horses that jig, so they get anxious and can't quite settle. It can be so offputting when this happens at a show, we discussed some student experiences and how you might handle a situation like this. We also talked about how your rider position can contribute too, so if you're holding your …

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5 Day Bootcamp Wrap Up 28:40

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Thank you all for an incredible Bootcamp experience! Listen in to hear all the highlights of all 5 days! To keep your momentum going, join me in Strides with Amelia, enrollment closes this Sunday and won't open again until January 2026! Learn more and join Strides here: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/strides/?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Stri…

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Three Tips for Planning Your Ride Q&A 31:14

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In last night's session Germán, Nicole and I talked about our tips for planning your ride, and how to plan your rides depending on your horse. So your plan is going to be different depending on the type of your horse, a hot horse and a lazy horse are going to need different types of plans! We also talked about consistency, this Friday Jan 10th is q…

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Ep27-Captivating stories with Monty Roberts 49:16

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to legendary "Join-Up" trainer, author, and teacher Monty Roberts. This month's adoptable horse is Graycie, a gray Arabian mare currently showing in hunter/jumper and barrel racing, who is ready to go in any direction with her forever home. For special subscription …

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Live 2024 Recap! 38:28

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In last night's live we reflected on all of the successes and everything we have achieved in 2024. We have added so much free content to out YouTube channel this year, as well as welcoming so many new students to our online community. We are so grateful for what each of you have contributed to making it a successful and welcoming community. We are …

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Happy Holidays + What's Coming Next Year! 32:59

8M ago32:59

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We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! I had a really great ride on Kensington and got 12 one tempis! What have you achieved in 2024? We were so happy to cheer on all of our students that were celebrating in the chat! Don't forget to RSVP for Bootcamp starting Jan 1st. It's totally free but you do need to RSVP. https://amelianewcombdressage.com…

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Motivational Hacks for Equestrians Q&A 34:07

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In yesterday's live we had so much fun as Germán and I were joined by both Nicole and Olivia! We had a great discussion on transitions and everyone shared their winter motivational hacks for riding. Don't forget to sign up for my FREE bootcamp starting January 1st, click here to put your name on the list https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-onlin…

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Alignment from Head to Toe Q&A 25:01

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Bend & Suppleness Q&A 30:37

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In last night's episode Nicole, a licenced Judge and FEI rider, went live to talk to you all about bend and suppleness. Listen in to hear the difference between lateral and longitudinal suppleness, some exercises she recommends, and other great questions from the audience. Check out the FREE Patterns and Figures PDF here https://amelianewcombdressa…

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Thanksgiving Live - Online Learning 25:45

9M ago25:45

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Yesterday was our final live for Thankfulness Week where Nicole, Germán and I chatted about how much tech has changed and evolved to allow us to train and learn from people all over the world. We had some fun stories from when we were learning to ride and recent ones about our experiences with the drone! Happy Riding, Amelia…