by Michelle | Dec 29, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
This is a great drill for teaching your steps to the barrel turn, but is also great for teaching the horse to finish their turn. Great for young and experienced horses at whatever speed they can do it correctly. How: Set up 4 barrels in a row, each side of the arena...
by Michelle | Dec 29, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
Through repetition you and your horse will learn how to handle a turn. If you are having trouble with your first barrel this will allow you to repeat that turn consecutively. If you are having trouble with your left or right this drill with help those barrels. If your...
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
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 24, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
Good for training and correcting. Horses learn by repetition so you can really emphasize correctness with this drill. How: The image shows a circle before approaching the barrel (which isn’t necessary but helpful when picking up a lead. Approach any barrel,...
