In today's session with Thunder, we're tackling gate openings while mounted. Thunder's a bit skittish, so we're starting from scratch. After mastering basic respect commands, we approach the gate, aligning...

In today's session, Michael Gascon introduces Bart, a 30-day under saddle gelding, to the challenges of stairs. Emphasizing trust and communication, Michael guides Bart with gentle cues, allowing him freedom...

Confidence starts in the saddle. Ensuring a secure seat is essential for effective riding, as it keeps you connected with your horse and prevents unseating when your horse acts up....

In this blog post, we explore the differences between loose rein and contact rein in horse riding. Loose rein allows horses to understand commands quickly and promotes a relaxed, handy...

Have you ever been frustrated trying to catch your horse? In today's post, Michael Gascon shares tips for training hard-to-catch horses. He emphasizes feeding them immediately after catching and teaching...

This week we focus on confidence coaching for horses and riders, celebrating the rewarding progress from fear to confidence. It's thrilling to see riders transition from asking basic questions to...

In today's blog post, we cover the basics of halter training a foal with Dashie, a quarter horse filly. Starting by gently placing the halter around her neck and moving...

In today's video, we're diving into the topic of when and where to use a crop while riding. We begin by focusing on horsemanship flexing with one hand, advancing to...

In this blog post, Michael Gascon introduces the process of clipping a young colt, Leo, for the first time. He emphasizes the importance of safety and a calm approach, using...

Learn how to fix horses that crossfire at the canter! Crossfiring occurs when a horse has a different lead in the front than in the back, making for an uncomfortable...

We're discussing the benefits of using breeching on gaited horses. Breeching, typically seen on cart and carriage horses, helps with collection by keeping the horse's back end under control. This...

In his latest blog post, Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, discusses the appropriate times and places to use a crop while riding. He emphasizes using a crop for colt starting,...