Getting a horse comfortable with a slant load trailer requires patience and proper groundwork. By teaching them to yield their hindquarters through simple exercises, you can make loading a smooth...

Building speed in a green horse requires patience, proper technique, and a solid foundation of responsiveness. By keeping your hands low and encouraging a relaxed head position, your horse will...

Rollbacks on long lines are an essential horse training technique for improving control, responsiveness, and safety. By using long reins to guide a horse's movement, trainers can address problem behaviors...

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,...

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how world-class Paso Fino performance horses prepare for the National Championships. Michael Gascon and his father, Jaime Gascon, showcase McDreamy and Lulu as...

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...

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...

Mounting your horse may seem simple, but doing it correctly is essential for safety, balance, and building trust. In this 4th-grade horsemanship lesson, Michael Gascon shares the key do's and...

Second grade in horse training is where the real learning begins—teaching your horse to stand still and stay calm no matter what’s going on. This stage focuses on desensitizing using...

Learning to manage your reins and rope at the same time is key to successful roping from horseback. In this blog post, Michael Gascon, the Horse Guru, breaks down how...

In this training session, Michael Gascon works with Smokey, a naturally pacey gaited horse, using his foundational Respect Series to improve softness, control, and gait. By focusing on groundwork, stop-and-backup...

Speed transitions on a gaited horse are all about clarity, consistency, and timing. In this training session, Michael Gascon demonstrates how to create smooth, responsive transitions from slow gait to...