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Laura Bechtolsheimer, GB's top dressage rider (and number three in the world) trains her young horse Joey to do simple canter changes and we watch her very insightful warm-up; four star eventer Alex Petenell trains a forward going 6 year old to wait after jumping his fences; Italian eventer Vittoria Panizzon teaches young riders to improve their balance whilst jumping; Fiona Price interviews Laura B about her preparations for the World Equestrian Games and Fiona herself goes horse shopping which makes riveting viewing!

Olympic eventer Vittoria Panizzon has one of the most distinctive and stylish jumping positions. Vittoria says it is vital to work on your seat in order to minimise the chance of a fall when things go wrong. This also allows the horse the freedom to jump clear and safely. Vittoria shows us the ideal balanced position. She says "a good seat comes from practising without the usual supports such as reins and stirrups". Vittoria puts three willing students through their paces and comes up with a party piece for the finale! There's only one mishap which is followed by a quick and brave recovery. (Note: Only try this accompanied by an experienced trainer!)

Italian Olympic eventer Vittoria Panizzon steps up the jumping training for Pennyz who has recently upgraded to Intermediate level. Pennyz is the best jumper Vittoria has ridden and is aimed at the 7 year old world championships. Vittoria says Pennyz is in charge of the jumping, but it's her job to ensure there is plenty of power (not to be confused with speed) especially around the turns. Pennyz shows great athleticism and plenty of 'ping'. Vittoria also creates some cross country questions using show jumps, which combine accuracy and power on accutely angled lines to or from a 'skinny'. The bouncy mare keeps Vittoria smiling!