Teaching your horse to gait starts with building a solid foundation of calmness, confidence, and responsiveness. By focusing on relaxation and obedience first, you create a horse that's ready to...

Clipping your horse for the first time can be a smooth and rewarding experience with the right approach. By introducing the clippers gradually, maintaining a calm demeanor, and creating a...

Learning to control your horse in an open field doesn’t have to be intimidating. The key is redirecting their energy through gentle flexion and disengaging their hindquarters, rather than pulling...

Ponying a horse is a valuable training technique that helps young or problematic horses build confidence and respect boundaries while ensuring safety for both horse and handler. By leading one...

In the first part of our "Intro to Driving" series, Michael Gascon introduces Amy, a four-year-old warmblood, to the driving process. With a solid foundation in colt starting, Amy is...

Rebuilding your confidence after a traumatic experience with your horse can feel overwhelming, but it's absolutely possible with the right approach. Start by setting small, achievable goals that foster trust...

Discover the essential steps to mastering long lining with your horse in this detailed guide. Learn how to build confidence, improve communication, and safely prepare your horse for riding or...

Teaching your horse patience is a game-changer, and tie time is one of the simplest ways to make it happen. By tying your horse regularly, you can help them...

The one rein stop is a vital emergency maneuver that helps riders safely halt a horse's forward movement by flexing its neck and redirecting its energy. Unlike other techniques,...

Does your horse only behave when everything is just right—perfect setup, familiar environment, the “magic” tack? That’s situational resistance, and it’s a gap in training that can lead to...

Advanced flexing in motion takes your horsemanship to the next level by teaching your horse to soften, break at the poll, and respond seamlessly to two-handed cues. This technique...

Spirals are an effective way to teach your horse softness and focus while addressing common resistance issues. This exercise redirects their energy, helping them stay calm and responsive. Perfect...