Horse Training
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MG Halter (Noseband Placement)
Proper noseband placement is key to effective communication with your horse, and Michael Gascon’s MG Halter makes it simple. Placing the halter midway between the eyes and nostrils is ideal...
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Intro To Driving Part 4
In Part 4 of the “Intro to Driving” series, Michael Gascon works with Amy, a young warmblood filly overcoming hesitation and shutdown behavior under harness. This session focuses on building...
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Neck Reining Part 2
In Part 2 of Michael Gascon's neck reining series, he continues working with Rocket, a Rocky Mountain Horse, to build softness, responsiveness, and one-handed control. This session emphasizes the importance...
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Prepping For Extreme Obstacles Using The Respect Series With Nakaia Day 1
Teaching your horse to work a gate smoothly is an essential skill for any rider, improving control, patience, and responsiveness. By guiding your horse through proper positioning, side-passing, and backing...
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Do's And Don't of 5th Grade - Flexing
Flexing in motion is a crucial skill for developing softness, responsiveness, and control in your horse. Instead of attempting to flex both sides at once, it's best to start by...
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Getting A Horse Used To A Slant Load
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...
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How Young Is Too Young to Start Training Your Horse?
Starting your horse's training early can set the stage for a lifetime of trust and cooperation. By gently handling and desensitizing foals from their first days, you help them become...
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Ponying A Horse
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...
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Dealing With Resistance On Obstacles & Side Passing With Red Day 2
Working through resistance on obstacles and side passing is all about timing, consistency, and clear communication. In this session with Red, the focus was on building respect on...
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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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Do's And Don'ts Of 8th Grade - Disengaging The Hindquarters
Disengaging the hindquarters is one of the most powerful tools in horse training, especially for horses that buck, rear, or bolt. By controlling the head and asking the hind end...
