The DRT2 Program
Time to reach your full potential
The next progression from DRT1 that so many of you have asked for. A 12-week program of 36 brand-new workouts — even more specific to the core strength, balance and stamina you need on your horse.
Watch: Nicola introduces the DRT2 Program
Welcome back…
You've improved your riding immensely.
Firstly, I want to congratulate you on completing the DRT1 program. No doubt you've improved your riding immensely — you must be really excited with the progress you have made!
Now when you ride, you feel more confident and secure in the saddle. You've become more aware of what your body is doing on your horse, identified weaknesses and imbalances you may not have realised you had, and improved your posture. You feel the difference in your seat, your horse is more responsive, your hips are more mobile, and you no longer get breathless because your stamina has improved.
These improvements are something to be really proud of. But DRT2 is about giving your body new challenges and movements so it keeps getting fitter, stronger, more balanced and more supple. Can you be better than you are right now? The answer is always yes.
“Achievement and success is on the other side of fear and failure.”
You'd be continuing with a global community of dedicated riders who train the DRT way:
- 25,000+
- Participants
- 84
- Countries
- 36
- New Workouts
- 12
- Weeks
The Next Progression
This is why DRT2 exists.
This is the next progression from the DRT program that so many of you have been asking for. There are new exercises, new moves and new challenges — but in the same familiar structure of 3× 20-minute workouts per week that you told me you loved, because they're manageable in your busy week.
Even More Specific
Core strength, balance & fitness on your horse.
This 12-week program is even more riding-specific, where we target the core strength, the balance and the stamina you need to improve even further. There are 36 brand-new workouts, along with new homework exercises to do ‘on the horse’.
Core Strength
Deeper, riding-specific core work to stabilise your position and improve every aid you give.
Yoga & Mobility
Mobility and suppleness so you can move freely with your horse and stay balanced in the saddle.
Rider Strength
New strength challenges that build the stamina and power you need to ride effectively for longer.
A Continual Process
Improving your riding never stops.
If you stopped training or riding your horse, it becomes unfit and you have to slowly build it up again. As a rider, you are exactly the same — your body becomes used to doing the same exercises and it plateaus.
You've come this far and made tremendous gains. Now that you have the foundation of DRT1, better results are going to come twice as fast. Just imagine where you'll be in another 12 weeks.
To get the full benefit you'll use a Swiss ball, a set of dumbbells (approximately 4kg), a foam roller and a resistance tube — hopefully most of which you already have from DRT1.
So — are you ready to reach your full potential?
Included in Premium Membership
Unlock DRT2
Gain access to the DRT2 Program, along with every other Base & Premium program — including DRT 1–5, Strength Roadmap, Upper Body Alignment, Core Stability, Yoga, and many more. Instant access and full use of our mobile app.
We'll notify you before renewal so you can cancel then, or at any time you choose.
Register HereWhat is Premium Membership?With this program you will…
- Build on the foundation you laid in DRT1
- Target core strength, balance and stamina on your horse
- Enjoy 36 brand-new workouts with on-the-horse homework
- Train in manageable 3× 20-minute sessions each week
- Progress at your own level with options in every workout
- Reach your full potential as a dressage rider
- Full use of our mobile app, anywhere
Proven Results
Hear from riders who took the next step.
“Having completed DRT1, I was looking forward to getting my hands on DRT2. It was as great as I wanted it to be, and again it dramatically improved my riding. Multiple top trainers and knowledgeable spectators have commented on the change in my body, my core, and the improvement in my ability to ride effectively. Nicola, you have given me more tools to have a better partnership with my horse and to reach new heights in the sport I love so much. Thank you.”
“The programs Nicola has created, DRT1 and DRT2, to aid the rider both on and off the horse, have been more beneficial for me than words can ever begin to describe. I recommend the DRT2 program to anyone who is curious about growing their skills and strengths as a rider. It will open more doors and challenge you in ways that only make the journey of dressage more enjoyable!”
“The DRT2 program is definitely a step up from DRT1. The workouts were more challenging but also more rewarding, resulting in greater strength building and flexibility. Thanks for providing these awesome programs!”
“After completing DRT and the subsequent DRT2, I have more stamina, am significantly more toned and stronger, more supple and more relaxed in the saddle than I have ever been. I am even in my stirrups and leg position and no longer point my toe out. I truly believe this makes me a far better rider. I am so pleased I found DRT and recommend it to all dressage riders irrespective of their level or fitness.”
I started the journey with DRT1, which was great, but DRT2 took my strength and flexibility to a new level. At 55, I feel fitter and stronger than ever before. The combination of my body work with DRT2 and my horse work with my dressage coach has taken my riding to a better place. Aside from the physical benefits, DRT2 is completely doable. I work full time, study, ride and operate a farm, and I had no trouble fitting the program into my week.
I wish that when the 12 weeks is up I would be permanently fixed! Unfortunately, the reality is to continue. How do I continue on this excellent journey you are guiding me through?
And in case we haven't met…
Hi, I'm Nicola Smith.
I've dedicated the majority of my life to being a rider and fitness trainer with Dressage Rider Training. Having guided you through DRT1, I created DRT2 to continue you on your path of growth and success — both as a rider and as a person.
DRT1 has built the foundation that you need. It's now time to reap the benefits by continuing to build on the improvements you've made. Lucy and I hope to see you on the program.
- Bachelor of Physical Education & Exercise Prescription, Otago University
- CHEK Level 2 Practitioner
- Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner
The same guarantee applies
A 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
This program has the same guarantee as always. If you find it doesn't meet your expectations, you can ask for a full refund within 30 days — no questions asked. I'm extremely proud of this DRT2 program; we spent 9 months of research and filming, putting our heart and soul into it, and I truly believe it's the best dressage rider-specific program I've created yet.
Your questions answered.
That’s ok! If you are currently injured, sick, or the timing is just not right for you now, you don’t have to start straight away. Register when it suits you and start a little later than everyone else — the program is available on demand inside the Online Gym whenever you’re ready.
So — are you ready?
Don't leave any regrets.
Sign up for the DRT2 program now. No regrets, no what-ifs, no wondering about what might have been. Use the gains you've made to this point as a launching pad, and let's discover how good you and your horse can really be.
You've shown that you're committed to improving as a dressage rider, and you understand the value in working on yourself just as much as you work on your horse.
Lucy and I hope to see you on the program.
Your next progression starts the moment you join.
Included in Premium Membership
Unlock DRT2
Gain access to the DRT2 Program, along with every other Base & Premium program — including DRT 1–5, Strength Roadmap, Upper Body Alignment, Core Stability, Yoga, and many more. Instant access and full use of our mobile app.
We'll notify you before renewal so you can cancel then, or at any time you choose.
Register HereWhat is Premium Membership?With this program you will…
- Build on the foundation you laid in DRT1
- Target core strength, balance and stamina on your horse
- Enjoy 36 brand-new workouts with on-the-horse homework
- Train in manageable 3× 20-minute sessions each week
- Progress at your own level with options in every workout
- Reach your full potential as a dressage rider
- Full use of our mobile app, anywhere
If you have any questions regarding the Dressage Rider Training program, please do use the contact form here to send me a message. I would love to hear from you and help as best I can.
Helping you be a better partner for your horse.
Kind regards, Nicola Smith