Barrel Horse Drills; Shouldering and AnticipationIf you have been barrel racing for any length of time, chances are you have run into issues with your horse anticipating the turn too early or shouldering the barrel. It’s a common problem wi…
Simple Barrel Horse Training ExercisesBarrel racing is an exciting and enjoyable form of competition for horses and riders. Like all forms of equine discipline, it takes quite a bit of practice and preparation to be successful. You can’t just start out barrel racing and expect your horse or yourself to do well. Instead you must lay a foundation to help your horse learn and understand the barrel pattern. In this article, we describe some barrel horse training exercises including several drills that you can use to practice.
Shoot Me Straight: Leave the Turn Strong - Barrel Horse NewsThis drill instills suppleness through a horse's shoulders and rib cage, builds quick and efficient footwork, and sets a horse up to leave the turn strong.