Western riding lesson plans

Control and a steady pace will earn you credit in this trail obstacle.

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For some riders, getting that collected western trot and a forward walk that doesn’t look like the horse is wading through molasses is a constant battle. I have found that there is one exercise that best accomplishes both effectively...

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Learning how to ride a horse well can take years. It involves understanding the nuances of a horse’s behavior and how your own behavior communicates your intent to them. But, with a few basics you can certainly get at least a taste of that childhood dream. The first step? Getting on.

Sometimes planning and executing an effective schooling session can feel like a mission. To help you out, H&R has six great thirty-minute schooling plans to suit any horse

Training a yearling colt can develop a mature horse that is ready for riding lessons, has great ground manners and has a deeper connection with the horse owner. Everything from leading to ponying to loading the young horse can make him a better old horse.