The Grassroots Show: Getting the Most Out of Your Training with Justine Ward

Finding the right coach, making lessons count, and carrying those tools back into everyday training. Five star rider and top coach Justine Ward joins the Grassroots Show to share practical advice for riders at every level. Justine shares how honesty about nerves, asking the right questions, and planning simple exercises can turn both lessons and at home schooling into real progress. Episode Highlights How to find the right fit in a coach for you and your horse Preparing for lessons so you get the maximum value Why honesty with yourself and your trainer matters Simple ways to structure your training at home Setting realistic expectations and learning from not so perfect days Guests Justine Ward, five star event rider and highly regarded coach who combines her own competition experience with a passion for helping riders get the best out of their training   Presented by Foran Equine, part of the Connolly's RED MILLS family. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook.