Flexing in motion is one of the most important foundations in horse training. Just like a steering wheel keeps your car under control, flexing allows you to guide your horse’s...

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,...

Teaching your horse to stop correctly is about more than pulling on the reins—it’s about timing, body position, and leg cues. By keeping your legs on like a “gas pedal”...

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how world-class Paso Fino performance horses prepare for the National Championships. Michael Gascon and his father, Jaime Gascon, showcase McDreamy and Lulu as...

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...

Horses, like children, can throw temper tantrums when they’re frustrated, confused, or testing boundaries. Bucking, rearing, or refusing cues often point to gaps in training and a lack of respect...

Training a hot horse to spin isn’t about wearing them out—it’s about engaging their mind. In this session, Michael Gascon works with Clark Gable, a high-RPM Paso Fino stallion, to...

Struggling with a stiff or distracted horse under saddle? In this 9th Grade Q\&A session, horse trainer Michael Gascon shares practical tips for improving flexing in motion, softening resistance, and...

Struggling to get your hot or sensitive horse to walk calmly? In this post, Michael Gascon shares a powerful yet gentle technique called the spiral, designed to redirect your horse’s...

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...

Using a solid bridle on your gaited horse offers two major benefits: improved responsiveness and enhanced collection. Unlike snaffle bits, a solid bar bit provides consistent, pinch-free contact that helps...

Disengaging the shoulders from the ground is a key step in developing full-body control and respect in your horse. In this 10th-grade lesson, Michael Gascon demonstrates how to use forward...