Horse Training
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Dealing With Resistance On Obstacles & Side Passing With Red Day 1
Teaching your horse to side pass isn’t just about movement—it’s about timing, feel, and trust. In this session, Michael Gascon demonstrates how to break down the side pass into clear,...
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Benefits Of Using A Solid Bridle On Your Horse
Using a solid bridle on your horse can dramatically improve consistency, confidence, and control—especially for gaited horses. Unlike a snaffle, a solid mouthpiece helps align the horse’s head, neck, and...
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Power Of A Circle With Chance
Struggling with a spooky or overly athletic horse? The Power of a Circle exercise, taught by Michael Gascon and demonstrated with Chance, helps refocus your horse’s energy and improve their...
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Do's And Don'ts Of 11th Grade - Push Obstacles
Mastering 11th grade "push obstacles" is all about building confidence, control, and clear communication with your horse. In this stage, you'll learn how to guide your horse through fear of...
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Intro To Driving Part 5
In Part 5 of our Intro to Driving series, we follow Mango, a 17-year-old Paso Fino, as he progresses from ponying to confidently pulling a cart. This session focuses on...
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Dropping Head For Bridling
Teaching your horse to drop its head for bridling is a valuable skill that enhances both safety and communication. This Western-style approach works best with a respectful, well-trained horse that...
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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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Building Rider Confidence At The Canter
Struggling to build confidence at the canter? You're not alone—and this blog breaks down exactly how to overcome that fear and ride with ease. From mastering your seat position to...
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Working Through Extreme Obstacles With Bodie
Want your horse to canter with ease and confidence? This blog explores how mastering hip control and riding on a loose rein can dramatically improve your horse’s balance, responsiveness, and...
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Intro To Long Lining / Ground Driving With Tito
Discover the fundamentals of long lining and ground driving with Michael Gascon and Tito, a young Paso Fino colt. In this introductory session, Michael demonstrates how to safely teach left...
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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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Breaking Up Pace Using The Respect Series With Chet Day #2
In this session with Michael Gascon and Chet Day, we dive into using the Respect Series to help break up a horse’s pace and develop softness, responsiveness, and balance. By...
