Horse Training
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Fitting A Pad For A Western Saddle
Proper saddle pad fit is essential for your horse’s comfort and performance, especially when using a Western saddle. In this post, we walk through how to fit a CSI pad...
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Thunder Dome
The Thunderdome is a high-energy, controlled chaos training method designed to help horses and riders thrive in unpredictable situations. By exposing horses to distractions like flying soccer balls, pool noodles,...
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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 10th Grade - Disengaging The Shoulders
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...
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8th Grade - Disengage Hindquarters
Disengaging the hindquarters is a key safety and control skill every horse trainer should master. In this 8th-grade horsemanship lesson, Michael Gascon demonstrates how to teach a horse to move...
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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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2nd Grade - Desensitizing
Second grade in horse training is where the real learning begins—teaching your horse to stand still and stay calm no matter what’s going on. This stage focuses on desensitizing using...
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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...
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Breaking Up Pace Using The Respect Series With Smokey Day 1
In this training session, Michael Gascon works with Smokey, a naturally pacey gaited horse, using his foundational Respect Series to improve softness, control, and gait. By focusing on groundwork, stop-and-backup...
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Do's And Don'ts Of 12th Grade - Speed Transitions
Speed transitions on a gaited horse are all about clarity, consistency, and timing. In this training session, Michael Gascon demonstrates how to create smooth, responsive transitions from slow gait to...
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6th Grade - Q & A
In this 6th Grade Q&A clinic, horse trainer Michael Gascon answers real questions about stopping techniques, turning on green horses, halter fit, and riding bitless. He shares practical tips to...
