From Rodeo to International Dressage Rider with Brett Parbery

Some riders take a traditional path into dressage. But Brett Parbery’s story begins somewhere different—in the dust and rhythm of the rodeo arena. That early foundation gave him more than just balance in the saddle—it gave him feel, timing, and a connection that runs deeper than technique. Today, Brett is known as one of Australia’s most accomplished dressage riders, with a reputation not only for his natural feel but also for his ability to translate that feel into words. Through his Performance Riders program, he’s created systems that help others understand and apply the principles of high-level dressage in their own riding.In this conversation, we explore the spaces between instinct and refinement, the connection of body and mind, and what it truly means to become one with the horse—not just through training, but through transformation.Resources:Contact Brett Parbery: [email protected]:www.performanceriders.commInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/performance.ridersConnect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossportFollow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcastMusic produced by Melissa Parris