Horse Training
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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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Starting To Gait On A Green Horse
Starting a green gaited horse is all about balance—teaching them when to use their energy and when to relax. In this session, Michael Gascon works with Bambi, a young Paso...
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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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3rd Grade - Desensitizing In Motion
Desensitizing your horse while standing still is only half the battle—the real challenge is keeping their focus and respect in motion. In 3rd Grade Horsemanship, desensitizing exercises test whether your...
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Do's And Don'ts of Kindergarten - Respect
Respect is the foundation of every successful partnership between horse and rider, and it starts in the kindergarten stage of training. By teaching your horse to stay out...
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Pre-School Q & A
Starting horse training doesn’t begin in the saddle—it begins on the ground with clear communication and respect. In this Pre-School Q & A, Michael Gascon explains...
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5th Grade - Q & A
In this 5th Grade Q\&A session from the Horse Help Challenge, we dive into advancing your horse’s training through groundwork, flexing, and tie time—without ever stepping in the saddle. Learn...
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Tying A Horse To The Outside Of A Trailer
Tying a horse to the outside of a trailer requires more than just looping a rope—it's about safety, strategy, and knowing your horse. In this post, we cover the best...
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Do's And Don'ts of 4th Grade - Mounting
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...
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Building A Respectful Bond With Your Horse
Building a respectful bond with your horse starts from the ground up. By using a clear, step-by-step training system—from preschool groundwork to under-saddle readiness—you can develop trust, control, and clear...
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Intro To Roping - Rein Management
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...
