The Dressage Riders Compete with Confidence Club!
Ride into the competition arena with focus, trust, and a smile... no more comp-day dread.
Because competing should feel exciting, rewarding, and fun—not stressful or overwhelming.
That’s exactly why I created the Compete with Confidence Club (CWC Club), a 12-month membership designed to help dressage riders overcome nerves, ride with focus, and step into the arena with confidence.
Opening this October 2025—join the waitlist today so you’ll be the first to know when doors open!
What’s Compete with Confidence Club?
An online membership helping dressage riders enjoy competing and perform at their best.
Focused Training
Monthly mindset lessons with videos, audios, and PDFs to boost focus.
Ride with Confidence
Learn proven tools to overcome nerves and ride your best every time.
Instant Access
Start now with four mindset frameworks to improve rides immediately.
Supportive Community
Connect with riders who understand, support, and cheer you on.
Step-by-Step Growth
Build new habits each month and become a calmer competitor.
Low-Tech, High Impact
Easy membership page plus resources delivered straight to your inbox.
Who is Compete with Confidence Club for?
You’re the kind of rider I had in mind when creating CWC Club if you…
Feel nervous or overwhelmed leading up to competition day.
Want to move up a level (or two!) in the next 12 months.
Struggle with self-doubt, impostor syndrome, or comparing yourself to others.
Want competing to feel fun, exciting, and rewarding again—not stressful.
Dream of achieving a big goal, like riding in tails, but need belief and support to get there.
Are getting back into competing after a break and want tools to feel confident again.
Want to enjoy warm ups, tests, and the drive home knowing you gave your best.
“My mindset towards competing has changed so much due to Dani’s support. I have a much calmer and relaxed approach on competition day. Now when mistakes happen in my tests, I moved on and addressed the next movement. In the past, that didn’t happen and I have Dani to thank!”
“Dani is helping me enormously to recover quicker when things don’t go to plan and stay focused competing. The mindfulness and breathing techniques have helped me continue my tests with confidence rather than spending time going over the mistakes in my head. Thanks Dani!”
Compete with Confidence Club:
What do you get?
Instant Tools to Get Started
Easy membership page with access to videos, downloadable guides, and audios based on The Rider’s Focus Method, so you can start creating positive change straight away.
Transformative Monthly Training
A new competition topic every month with live Zoom Q&As, plus simple PDF guides, guided visualisations and audios to keep you progressing step by step.
Supportive Rider Community
A WhatsApp group of like-minded riders, plus regular encouragement and check-ins from me, so you never feel alone on your competition journey.
HI, I’M DANIELLE POOLES!
I’ve been helping Dressage riders overcome challenges holding them back and find more joy in their riding since 2014.
My mission is to empower riders to believe in themselves, invest in their growth, and enjoy the journey they’ve worked so hard for.
That’s why I created the Compete with Confidence Club—so you can experience moments like these…
Letting go of nerves and self-doubt so competition day feels calm and in control.
Trusting yourself in the arena and riding with belief in your abilities.
Feeling fully present and connected with your horse, riding in the moment.
Stepping into competition days with clarity and excitement instead of stress.
Walking away proud, knowing you rode your best—no matter the scoreboard.
Looking forward to competitions as something fun and enjoyable again.
“As a lifelong rider with a strong work ethic, the missing piece for me was always mindset. After losing my heart horse Nessie, I realised I’d been in self-preservation mode for the past five years. Dani has helped me confront that grief, quiet the imposter-syndrome voice, and look forward to getting back out competing again after a long hiatus.”
…and for your peace of mind
Love it or Leave it Guarantee
I want you to feel completely confident about joining the Compete with Confidence Club. That’s why I offer my Love it or Leave it Guarantee.
If you join and find the Club isn’t for you, simply email me at info@dressageplus.com.au within the first 30 days and I’ll refund you in full — no questions asked, no hard feelings.
That’s how much I believe in the value of this program to help you ride with confidence and enjoy competing again.
So you can join today knowing there’s absolutely nothing to lose — and so much confidence to gain.
This Club is NOT for everyone...
I want to be upfront, CWC Club works best for riders who are ready to grow. If that’s not you right now, this club probably isn’t the right fit. It’s not for you if…
You believe competition success is only about riding skills, not your mindset.
You want quick fixes without putting in consistent effort.
You’re not open to trying new mindset tools or strategies.
You don’t like sharing your wins, lessons, or being part of a supportive group.
You aren’t ready to invest in yourself and your competition journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the common questions riders ask before joining the CWC Club.
If you’ve still got more, I’d love to hear from you—just send me an email at info@dressageplus.com.au and I’ll be happy to help.
Is this only for dressage riders?
While the content is tailored towards dressage and I’ll use dressage language, the tools, strategies, and mindset work apply across all disciplines—and even pleasure riders will benefit. These are the same methods I’d share with any rider wanting to feel calmer, more focused, and confident.
Do I need to be at a certain level to join?
Not at all! Whether you’re just starting out and have never competed before, or you’re aiming for FEI, the Club will meet you where you are. It’s also suitable no matter where you compete—EA, Adult Riders, or open classes. The tools and strategies inside CWC Club will help you ride with more focus and confidence at every level.
I’m not very tech-savvy—will I be able to access everything?
Yes! The Club is designed to be super simple. You’ll have an easy-to-use membership page and everything will also be delivered straight to your email inbox. You can access it all from your phone, so you only need a computer if you’d like to print the guides or workbooks to write in.
Do I have to attend the monthly Zooms live?
No, not at all. Every Zoom session is recorded and the replay links will be emailed to you afterwards. You can watch at a time that suits you.
What if I can’t keep up with the monthly content?
No stress! It’s designed not to be overwhelming. Life can be busy enough, so all content is bite-sized and videos are kept short and to the point. You’ll also have ongoing access to everything for the full 12 months, so you can watch, listen, or download whenever it suits you.
Is this suitable for children?
The Club is designed for adults, but the content is suitable and safe for teenagers too. A motivated teen rider can absolutely benefit from the mindset tools and strategies shared.
What if I’m nervous about joining a group?
That’s totally normal. Our WhatsApp community is a safe, supportive space of like-minded riders who understand exactly what you’re going through. You can participate as much—or as little—as you feel comfortable.
What if I join and then realise it’s not for me?
I offer a Love it or Leave it Guarantee: if you don’t love CWC Club, simply email me within the first 30 days and I’ll refund you in full—no questions asked.