by Michelle | Nov 28, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
Through repetition your horse will learn to keep engaged and driving from behind. Changing directions simulates the direction change you will have from first to second. Emphasizes rate and turn. How: Set your pylons, tires or barrels up like the picture. They...
by Michelle | Nov 28, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
Doing the Four Corners drill from the inside is another drill you can do while you have your four barrels in a square set up. Like four corners out it is good for strengthening the hind end and keeping a horse in the correct lead with proper, correct turns. Keeps...
by Michelle | Nov 28, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
Four Corners can be worked from both the inside and the outside of the tires. From the outside this station will help develop muscles and keep your horse locked on the barrel. Good for strengthening the hind end and keeping a horse in the correct lead with proper,...
by Michelle | Nov 27, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
The shortest distance between two points is a straight line! Keeping straight will help the horse stay up underneath itself and stay correct in the turn. This is an exercise to help your horse learn to run straight into the turn and use himself correctly in the turn...
by Michelle | Nov 27, 2011 | Problem Solving
This drill is another version of the moving off drill. Most often used for problems shouldering at second or third. This will help to take some of the anticipation out of your horse. How: Head to second barrel and pick your horse up and arc away from the barrel and...
