Dietmar's Notes from C
About this episode
Nicole Berthelot reflects on insights from Dr. Dietmar Specht's book, discussing the complexities of dressage judging.
In this episode, I'm diving into my notes and reflections on The View from C — an old school gem by Olympic judge and vet Dr. Dietmar Specht. While some parts of the book feel a bit outdated, I found so many valuable insights on the training scale, judging philosophy, and how our role as judges goes far beyond numbers on a score sheet. From the nuances of contact and impulsion to the weight of judging responsibly for the future of our sport, this episode is a deeper look into the layers that shape dressage — and what keeps me passionate about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Nicole Berthelot
Topics covered
- dressage
- judging philosophy
- training scale
- contact
- impulsion
- sports responsibility
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: The View from C
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