Fencing

Use the exercise to free up your horse indoors or on small patterns.   Some horses want to turn off the fence (instead of at the barrel) so you can do this drill to have them listen to you. How:   Trot, lope and/or gallop right up to the fence. Some horses will...

Fast N Slow

This is an excellent drill to help you teach your horse speed control.  It teaches moving out, then gathering up and collecting again. Excellent preparation for the horse you are starting on the pattern or emphasizing speed control in a horse that needs a reminder....

Long Trot Circle

This drill has many uses including increasing your horse ability to move out and extend his stride.  It can help strengthen a horses loin and back as they drive up into the bridle. How: Start with a posting trot down the side of the arena In the far corner, shorten...