Which rein is your outside rein. Most would say the rein on the outside of the circle. But is this accurate?

You want a professional that recognizes the need to keep learning and evolving.

Now put 10-20% of your body weight in that backpack. Go move around and perform some of the tasks you are expecting your to perform.

Our Zoom will be on October 21st at 7p cst. A new video exercise should be out within the next week for Master’s level subscribers.

Let’s talk about jumping. I see a lot of rider’s throw themselves and their horses off balance by not understanding proper position

September Master’s Zoom

Cold front management

Horses aren’t symmetrical but soundness for the work we request of them depends on us trying to develop the horse as equally as possible.

Stay humble. Stay kind. Be realistic. Appreciate this amazing opportunity.

I had an incredible opportunity to teach a three day camp in Michigan a few weeks ago. Rach Riding Academy organized a very educational three day event for the campers. Here is part one of my teaching takeaways.

Be the change you want to see in your horse. Be confident. Be relaxed. Don’t be distracted.

Before you get in the saddle, focus on the positives you last wrote down.

Keep the 3 to 5 rule in mind

Tying a rope halter

If the pain is not addressed the horse will continue to be “snappy” and have poor communication much like a human with an incessant headache

Horses that are tense are suffering. It is our job to change what we are asking to relieve the tension.

Restriction leads to bracing. Bracing leads to tension. Tension leads to undesirable behavior.

Communicate your intentions with your horse. Don’t surprise them

Your hands are a team. They should work to stabilize the base of the neck and massage the reins.

DQ is not the end of the world. Don’t Quit. It is an opportunity for education.