Horse Training
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Gaiting For The First Time
Teaching a gaited horse to collect and gait smoothly takes more than just natural ability—it requires clear, consistent communication and proper conditioning. In this clinic session, Michael Gascon works with...
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Proper Way To Hold Reins For Different Classes In The Show-Ring
Understanding the proper way to hold reins is essential for success in the show ring, whether you're competing in Western Pleasure, English, Gaited, or Working Cow Horse classes. Each discipline...
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Do's And Don'ts Of 7th Grade - Spirals
Struggling with a strong, reactive, or buck-prone horse? The 7th Grade Spiral is a game-changing groundwork exercise that builds softness, respect, and responsiveness. In this post, Michael Gascon breaks down...
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11th Grade - Q & A
Obstacle training builds confidence, trust, and respect between horse and rider. In this 11th Grade Q&A, Michael Gascon shares practical strategies for working through push obstacles like tarps,...
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Playing Horse Soccer
In this blog post, Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, introduces Horse Soccer as a revolutionary training method that enhances horsemanship by encouraging riders to embrace playfulness over overthinking. By engaging...
