Secrets of Outstanding Riders by Mary Wanless

Mary Wanless is undoubtedly a world-class phenomenon in rider biomechanics and mindful riding. For over 40 years, she has proven that riding talent has its structure — and it can be learned.
In May, Poland will host the creator of the Ride With Your Mind method, a coach for riders of all skill levels, a recognized trainer of trainers, and one of the most influential figures in world equestrianism.
This is not an ordinary training.
It is a transformative experience that changes the way you ride, feel, and understand your horse, regardless of whether you train dressage, jumping, endurance, or eventing.
  • WHO IS MARY WANLESS?
Since the late 1970s, Mary Wanless has been studying and analyzing what makes outstanding riders exceptional. She broke down their skills into basic elements and created a method by which an average rider can become conscious, and the conscious rider — talented.
Her mission is to teach riders:
- how to truly connect with the horse
- how to enable correct, light, and balanced movement
- how to work in harmony instead of tension
Mary is a volcano of energy, charisma, and knowledge. She has helped thousands of riders worldwide — and their horses.
Mary works with riders at every skill level, from beginners to Olympians, and she can certainly enrich your riding skills. She developed a unique method of teaching riding in "small portions," allowing riders to achieve highly effective results.
If you have ever wondered why...
...you struggle to keep the horse on the bit...
...every horse you ride has difficulty turning correctly...
...each time you approach a jump, the horse veers left...
...your horse seems lame while you ride, but is fine when the trainer rides...this training is for you.
Her program will improve your focus, body awareness, and ability to handle new challenges.
  • WHAT WILL IT BE?
Original, practical workshops dedicated to mindful riding and rider biomechanics, conducted on live examples, broadly discussing techniques from many years of experience
During the workshop with Mary, you will learn how to:
- improve mindful riding
- strengthen the body for work in the saddle
- correct asymmetries in rider and horse
- build lightness and self-carriage
- learn new habits and eliminate old ones
- better communicate with and feel your horse
Your horse will surely be grateful for your participation in this event!
TRAINING SCHEDULE
FRIDAY 01.05 is DEMO day focused on audience interaction
Mary will discuss specific topics using 9 riders selected by different skill levels and presenting a range of riding challenges.
All trainings will be thoroughly commented on and explained, with numerous supportive exercises presented, explaining what and how we want to change to achieve our goals.
As in the previous event, this day will focus on delivering maximum knowledge to the audience. A lecture, thorough case analysis, work with the horse on the ground, and work with a young horse will be planned to provide an opportunity to learn how to observe the rider and horse, where to notice stiffness and irregularities, and how to select exercises to achieve desired effects.
Listeners and riders will actively participate in many exercises.
Riders will train individually (approx. 40 minutes each)
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
Individual training sessions focused on rider-trainer work with detailed discussion of the process and selection of exercises, interaction with the audience in Q&A blocks
INVESTMENT AND REGISTRATION
The investment to participate in this exceptional event is:
- rider 3 days 3000 PLN (participation in the DEMO training and 2 training days + participation as a loose horse)
Please register rider-horse pairs via the registration form which will be available here on February 1st and on the website http://swiadomejezdziectwo.pl/.
Registrations will be accepted until the end of February, and from the applications, a committee will select 8 riders who will have the opportunity to train with Mary.
This process aims to show a range of training levels, diverse challenges, and results through proper exercise selection.
- listener FULL 3 days - 950 PLN
Discount packages for 3 days:
* March reservation from 01.03-31.03 - 850 PLN
* later reservations 950 PLN
* for organized groups from one center (more than 5 people) - please contact by email szkoleniemary@wp.pl
- listener DEMO DAY - Friday 01.05 only - 600 PLN
- listener INDIVIDUAL TRAININGS - Saturday and Sunday only - 450 PLN
- horse stall depending on the selected stable from 80-100 PLN per day
As we expect great interest, we wanted to give everyone time to consider their decision and share the information with friends. Therefore, registration for listeners will start on February 1, 2026, at 12:00 on the website http://swiadomejezdziectwo.pl/
Participation is determined by the order of registration.
Registration is considered complete upon website signup and payment for participation.
We highly value the practical aspect of the workshops, so the maximum number of listeners is limited.
Don't delay registration and let your friends know not to miss this unique event; your horses will thank you.
CONTACT:
Have a question? - call - write - we will gladly answer
e-mail: szkoleniemary@wp.pl
Sylwia Dąbrowska phone 508 085 003
Kuba Stępkowski phone 693 745 363
contact for sponsors and media: Sylwia Dąbrowska
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