Top 5 Basics developing absolute complicity with your horses. From Hand Positions, Leg Movements, Body Control Exercises to Training Drills, this Series has it all!
This is my go to drills for to teach horses to stay balanced when counter cantering or changing leads
The ultimate exercise to finish a horse's lead change and extend the stride
By far my favorite to build confidence in horse running fast towards objects, walls or sharp turns. It also will keep your horses running straighter and more elevated.
This Drill is adds a second turn right after the first to discourage horses from dropping shoulders. It also is a great drill for horses gravitating toward the gate or the barn when circling.
Teaching a horse balance through 90 degree turns and straight lines is quite basic but highly effective
These Drill will help you teach your horse how to move and guide in the most effective way possible. Always having your horse in the optimal position to execute a maneuver or negotiate tight turns will set you apart from the competition
After forward motion, controlling the shoulders should always be the primary objective. This exercises explains the how and the why of lifting and contriving the inside shoulder.
Teaching a proper crossover is fundamental to freeing the shoulders and opens many doors to intimate body control.
Full control over the hind quarters will increase range of motion and optimize body control loping
This exercise increases drive through the diagonal and gives you ultimate control of front and back
Side passing is the basic of body control and as simple as it sounds, there's an art to it. This videos explains the benefits of a proper side pass and how to achieve it
