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When there is no chemistry between the trainer and the rider, horseback riding can become a frustrating experience rather than an enriching learning process. In a sport where communication, trust, and mutual understanding are key, a lack of connection between both parties quickly affects the performance of the horse-and-rider pair. A good trainer should not only have technical knowledge but also the ability to adapt to the rider’s way of learning. If this adjustment doesn’t happen, situations may arise where the rider doesn’t feel understood, receives instructions that aren’t clear, or, worse, loses motivation. Equestrianism requires precision and sensitivity, but also security and confidence in the person guiding the process. When there is a disconnect, progress becomes slow, and corrections may feel like empty criticism rather than tools for improvement. There may be a lack of empathy that makes the rider doubt their abilities or feel uncomfortable asking questions. In the worst cases, poor communication can lead to tension while riding, also affecting the horse, which senses insecurity and discomfort. Sometimes, the lack of chemistry is no one’s fault; it’s simply that people have different ways of teaching and learning. In such cases, the best option is to acknowledge it and find someone with whom that understanding does exist. Horseback riding is a journey where connection and trust are everything—not only with the horse but also with the person guiding you along the way