Horse Training
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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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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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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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How To Test Ride A Horse You Want To Purchase
Thinking about buying a new horse? Before you commit, it's essential to test ride the horse safely and thoroughly to understand their true temperament and training. In this guide, Michael...
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Bitting Your Gaited Horse
Bitting a gaited horse correctly is key to unlocking a smooth, consistent ride. In this clinic, Michael Gascon demonstrates how to introduce a finished bit to an Icelandic horse and...
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Rail Road Step Over On A Green Horse
Training a green horse to navigate finesse obstacles like the railroad step over builds confidence, precision, and trail-readiness. Unlike push obstacles, these require a horse to slow down and think...
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Tying The Easy Out Knot
The Easy Out Knot is a safe, reliable quick-release knot every horse handler should know. Designed to untie easily even under pressure, it’s perfect for tying horses at trailers, barns,...
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MG Halter (Noseband Placement)
Proper noseband placement is key to effective communication with your horse, and Michael Gascon’s MG Halter makes it simple. Placing the halter midway between the eyes and nostrils is ideal...
