Horse Training
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9th Grade - Flexing In Motion
Flexing in motion is one of the most important foundations in horse training. Just like a steering wheel keeps your car under control, flexing allows you to guide your horse’s...
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1st Grade - Q & A
Groundwork is the foundation of every successful partnership with a horse, and 1st Grade training sets the tone for respect and communication. In this Q & A, Michael...
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7th Grade Q & A
The 7th Grade Q & A with Michael Gascon focuses on building softness, respect, and progress through exercises like the spiral. Riders learn how to correct common problems,...
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Equine Affaire Clinic - Overcoming Obstacles
At the Equine Affaire Clinic – Overcoming Obstacles, Michael Gascon demonstrated how respect and clear communication are the keys to helping horses face challenges with confidence. Instead of tiring a...
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4th Grade - Q & A
Teaching your horse to stand still for mounting or master the “come get me” trick doesn’t have to be a struggle. In this 4th Grade Q&A,...
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Do's And Don'ts Of 6th Grade - Stopping
Teaching your horse to stop correctly is about more than pulling on the reins—it’s about timing, body position, and leg cues. By keeping your legs on like a “gas pedal”...
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3rd Grade - Q & A
In third grade horse training, the focus shifts to desensitizing in motion and teaching horses how to respond calmly under pressure. From handling broncing at the canter to...
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5th Grade - Flexing
Flexing is one of the most important foundations in horse training because it gives you a steering wheel before you ever ride off. By teaching your horse to soften and...
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Working Through Extreme Obstacles With Nakaia Day 2
On day two of her training, Nakaia faced a series of extreme obstacles designed to build her confidence and trust. From rope handling and pressure release...
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Dealing With Your Horse’s Temper Tantrums
Horses, like children, can throw temper tantrums when they’re frustrated, confused, or testing boundaries. Bucking, rearing, or refusing cues often point to gaps in training and a lack of respect...
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Intro To Spinning With A Hot Horse
Training a hot horse to spin isn’t about wearing them out—it’s about engaging their mind. In this session, Michael Gascon works with Clark Gable, a high-RPM Paso Fino stallion, to...
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9th Grade - Q & A
Struggling with a stiff or distracted horse under saddle? In this 9th Grade Q\&A session, horse trainer Michael Gascon shares practical tips for improving flexing in motion, softening resistance, and...
