haute école

Haute école, meaning "high school" or "high school of art," refers to advanced classical riding and equestrian training originating from Belgium. It emphasizes precise, harmonious, and expressive movements of the horse and rider, showcasing exceptional skill, grace, and control. These performances often include choreographed sequences that highlight the horse's agility and discipline, comparable to a ballet for horses. Haute école is practiced at top levels of classical dressage and is a hallmark of the highest standards in equestrian arts, combining artistry, technique, and mutual understanding between horse and rider.