Spanish Walk
In this video, I guide you step by step through the Spanish Walk – from the very first exercises to developing more strength, balance, and beautiful movement.
Spanish Walk is not only an impressive exercise. Used correctly, it can help improve your horse’s walk and later also the trot, while building strength, balance, body awareness, and better control.
You will learn how to introduce the exercise in a clear and calm way, how to help your horse understand the signals, and how to develop the movement gradually – with more confidence, quality, and expression.
The video is in English with subtitles in English, Danish, Swedish, Dutch, and German.
The price is 33 euros
5 Questions for Ditte Sommer
Who are you, and what do you do?
My name is Ditte Sommer, and I work with horse training with a focus on groundwork, communication, and understanding between horse and rider. For me, it’s about creating a strong relationship where the horse feels safe, motivated, and involved throughout the process.
What makes your approach to horse training different?
I place great importance on meeting the horse where it is – both mentally and physically. My focus is not only on the result, but on the journey getting there. I work with small details, body language, and timing, so both horse and human have a better experience together.
What do you specifically work with?
I primarily work with groundwork, lunging, and basic communication. This is where the foundation is built – and where you can truly make a difference in the horse’s understanding, balance, and sense of security.
What is important to you when working with horses?
For me, the most important thing is that the horse is mentally engaged. I don’t aim for quick fixes – I want the horse to understand what we are doing. When it does, calmness, cooperation, and results follow naturally.
What do you want people to take away from your teaching?
That they leave with a better feeling and a clearer understanding. Not just of the exercises – but of their horse. When you start to notice the small things and feel the difference, it truly makes an impact.
