The Confident Rider with JoyRidge

Hosted by Kaite Lorentz of Joy Ridge Coaching Welcome to The Confident Rider—a podcast for equestrians who want more than just technique. Here, we blend real talk, rider mindset, and personal growth with honest conversations from the barn aisle and beyond. Join Kaite and her guests—trainers, riders, and horse lovers from all walks—as they share hard lessons, personal wins, and the deep connection we all crave with our horses and ourselves. Whether you’re in the saddle, in the muck boots, or in the middle of a mental block, you’ll find stories, strategies, and soulful coaching to help you ride with more confidence and clarity.

Episodes

Jun 12, 2026

14 min

We’re back with Joyridge Coaching coach, Kaite! In this episode, Kaite discusses the all-too-common lies horse professionals tell themselves to normalize their burn out. Saddle up, tighten that cinch, and get ready to get called out… just a little. 

Sep 11, 2025

7 min

Dear Rider:
The next time you’re tempted to say “yes” when your gut whispers “no,” remember: Saying no protects your confidence, your connection with your horse, and your joy in riding.
 
You are the rider in control here.
 
You get to decide what’s best for you and your horse.
 
And that’s the foundation for every successful ride

Sep 8, 2025

5 min

You know the one, the client that steals the peace, that needs all the extra “support”… In this episode, Coach Kaite talks about how to protect that peace, BEFORE taking that client that sends your gut into a knot. 

Sep 4, 2025

7 min

In this Dear Rider episode, Kaite speaks to grief, to the heart, and to the soul. Giving permission to grieve without apology. A letter to Joy, the reason behind Joyridge, and heartfelt permission to feel that grief. 
 

Sep 1, 2025

8 min

In today’s tender episode, Kaite speaks to grief and loss in the horse world. Whether you’ve just recently experienced a loss, or it’s been years… that grief can still come and go. You are not alone.

Aug 21, 2025

5 min

A loving and heartfelt letter to the barn owners and trainers out there just trying to make a living… maybe you have spots to fill, and the importance of your barn reflecting who you are.. not just who pays their board. 
 

Aug 18, 2025

6 min

In this episode, Kaite discusses how important it is to fill your barn, not just with people, but the right people. Saddle up, this ones for the barn owners and trainers.

Aug 14, 2025

6 min

In this Dear Rider Episode, Kaite talks about bring your awareness back to the present, and the 6-3-6 breathing tool. Saddle up, and get ready to expand. 

Aug 11, 2025

7 min

In this episode, Kaite talks about the fear of failure, and how quickly it sneaks in undetected. Saddle up, because were talking about show nerves!

Aug 7, 2025

7 min

A heartfelt letter to those that keep the equestrian world going; the barn owner, the trainer, the equine professionals. Managing people is hard, the job is hard, but it isn’t all bad… 
We see you, we appreciate you, and you’re doing a great job.

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