What It Takes to Stop by Martin BlackMartin discusses what makes a good stop possible and how to set you and your horse up for a good experience in learning to stop. Putting a Coil in Your Mecate with Buck BrannamanIt’s the little things that make a big difference. Buck demonstrates several ways to put […]
Rearing Strategies by Martin Black (read online) Martin offers strategies and understanding to one of the more unsettling behaviors our horses can exhibit. Serpentines with No Reins with Buck Brannaman (read online) A simple exercise from Buck Brannaman that will help prepare your horse for the bridle and help him be with you both mentally and […]
Backing Serpentines with Mindy Bower (read online)A helpful exercise for building suppleness and flexibility in your horse, and pointing out weak spots in your riding. Preparing Your Horse for the Hackamore and Bridle by Martin Black (read online)Martin offers some advice on making these transitions in a way that does not intimidate your horse. Chatting […]
Straighten That Horse Out by Martin Black (read online)Without straightness you will never achieve fine horsemanship. Martin shares his thoughts on this essential topic. The Half-Circle Exercise with Buck Brannaman (read online)A powerful exercise to focus on your horse’s front quarters and check out how respectful your horse is of your space. Some Thoughts on […]
Finding the Sweet Spot by Martin Black (read online)Martin discusses the importance of finding a spot where your horse can move more freely. The Reata: The Gritty World of Rawhide. Are You Cowboy Enough? by Gwynn Turnbull WeaverLearn about the mystique, construction and payoffs of this traditional piece of equipment. Part 4: Laterally Related – […]
Have a Plan When You Ride by Mindy BowerMindy guides you through an average ride to help you learn to formulate a plan for riding your horse. Equibalance Part 3: The Bolts with Julie LeikenA stable and level pelvis is essential for refined riding, Julie helps you find and correct your imbalances and weaknesses. Building […]
Event Results: The Californios 2003 Lead Your Horse’s Front Quarters with Buck Brannaman Learn to lead your horse’s front quarters through starting on the ground and moving to the saddle. When Words Get in the Way by Diane Longanecker We use them every day, but how do they affect our way of thinking about our […]
How Groundwork Relates to Trailer Loading by Mindy BowerMindy walks us through a trailer loading problem solved with remedial groundwork. Ground Games for Kids by Sylvana Smith (read online)Sylvana offers advice on how to turn serious horsemanship into fun for young horsemen. The Definition Of “On the Bit” by Dr. Max Gahwyler (read online)Where did […]