Preparing a horse for its first ride is a crucial phase that requires patience, understanding, and a systematic approach. This journey is not just about training but also about building a bond of trust and confidence between you and your horse. Each step must be approached methodically, ensuring that the horse is mentally and physically […]
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When you’re riding or training a horse, communicating effectively through your hand and leg cues is essential. This guide will explore the importance of timing these cues correctly and varying the level of pressure to enhance your horse’s performance. Understanding Horse Riding Cues Cues are basically signals you give to your horse to tell it
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In the world of horse training, the subtleties of communication between rider and horse are both an art and a science. This dialogue on horse movement is conducted through the language of reins and legs, where each gesture and movement carries a specific meaning, shaping the horse’s behavior and movement. Today, I’d like to share
In horse riding, learning speed control with your seat is like starting a silent conversation where every move counts. It’s more than just a skill; it’s turning into an artist who dances with their horse. Imagine you’re both in a dance, moving together in perfect sync. This guide is all about that dance. It’s here
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There are 7 possible points on a horse’s head that can be used to influence the horse’s movement. In this article, I will talk about the bits that I use most often for training and why I use each one. Each bit has a specific purpose and helps the horse in a certain way. I
Better communication and respond to commands, even when they are not delivered perfectly, is a crucial aspect of equestrian training. It’s similar to human communication, where perfect grammar isn’t always necessary to convey a message. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve deeper into the nuances of training your horse to respond effectively, focusing on the
Let’s delve deeper into the concept of how to ride perfect circles by adopting the octagon method, a technique that significantly enhances both the horse’s and rider’s ability to maintain form and direction in circles. This method is particularly beneficial for training younger horses, refining the skills of older horses, and is crucial in competitive
A Comprehensive Guide to Achieving Top Scores in Horse Shows Whether you’re preparing for a reining, cow horse, horsemanship, or ranch riding pattern, the key to mastering western patterns lies in meticulous preparation and a deep understanding of the pattern you’re about to ride. Today, we’ll delve into the intricacies of reading a pattern, preparing
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Welcome to our in-depth blog about equestrian action and reaction. This equestrian guide discusses the interplay between human reactions to a horse’s actions and human actions to elicit desired reactions from horses. This topic is fundamental in understanding and improving our training methods, ensuring a harmonious and effective partnership between horse and rider. Understanding Horse
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Horse riding and training require more than just physical skill and a love for the animal; it involves a deep understanding of how to communicate effectively with your horse. One of the key aspects of this communication is rein management. Many riders, especially beginners or those transitioning from disciplines that ride with a single rein,
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