Ridely Recap: Your Year in Review!

As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on all the amazing moments you’ve shared with your horse this year—and Ridely is here to help! Introducing Ridely Recap, a personalized summary of your activities in the app over the past year. Think of it as your equestrian version of Spotify Wrapped!

In the Ridely Recap, you’ll see:

Your most logged activities with your horse(s).
Total distance tracked during your sessions.
A variety of other fun and inspiring stats about your equestrian journey in 2024.

But that’s not all! We’ve also included a visual highlight: a collage of your favorite memories captured through the images you uploaded throughout the year. This unique feature is perfect for sharing on social media, so you can celebrate your progress and inspire others in the Ridely community. (P.S. If you share on socials – do tag us @ridely.app on Instagram!)

To access your Ridely Recap, make sure you’re using the latest version of the app and look for it on the home page. You also need to have logged at least 10 activities this year.

Community Highlights: Most Loved in 2024

In addition to your personal recap, we’re excited to share what the entire Ridely community has been up to. Here are the top trends and favorites from this year:

Most Watched Videos

This year, riders across Ridely were particularly focused on perfecting the fundamentals. Gareth Hughes dominated the charts, showing his new video series was highly valued by our community. Videos on transitions and position ranked high, highlighting a shared goal of improving riding precision and comfort in the saddle. Carl Hester’s Getting a Square Halt also remains a timeless favorite for riders striving for polished performance.

Top Training Programs Started

Programs focusing on building confidence and physical strength saw significant popularity, showcasing that many riders are working on both their mindset and physical fitness. The Master the Dressage Aids and Position program led by Gareth Hughes topped the list, affirming the community’s commitment to improving their dressage skills.

Favorite Trainers of 2024

Gareth Hughes and Carl Hester proved to be the ultimate dressage mentors of the year, while Henrik von Eckermann and Meredith Michaels Beerbaum brought their expertise from the showjumping world, inspiring riders looking to sharpen their technique. Jamie Graham’s contributions added a fresh perspective on the importance of rider fitness, rounding out the top five.

Most Popular AI-Coach Topics

The AI-Coach helped tackle a wide range of challenges this year. Polework exercises and position in the saddle were the top queries, reflecting the community’s focus on foundational skills. Confidence-building topics and dealing with spooky horses were also hot topics, showing that mindset and horse behavior remain areas of interest for many riders.

Top Activity Types Logged

Hacking / Trail ride
Dressage
Lunging
Showjumping
Walk in hand

New in 2024: Log Your Training Surfaces!

This year, Ridely introduced the ability to log training surfaces, allowing you to monitor how different terrains impact your horse’s development. Training on varied surfaces—such as arenas, grass, and trails—can strengthen muscles and tendons, improve balance and coordination, and prevent overuse injuries. Incorporate this feature into your routine to optimize your horse’s training and adaptability.

Top 3 Training Surfaces Logged

Indoor & outdoor arena
Grass
Trail

Whether it was working on your riding technique, preparing for competitions, or simply enjoying more time with your horse, 2024 was filled with growth and connection for riders around the world. Thank you for making Ridely a part of your journey—here’s to an even more exciting 2025!

Check your Ridely Recap in the app!