by Michelle | Nov 13, 2012 | Problem Solving
Apply this drill when your horse needs to soften up on the backside of a turn. If he is leaving too soon, blowing off and out of a turn or going by a turn. You can do it at each barrel if there is a problem at each, otherwise just do the maneuver on the barrel...
by Michelle | Nov 13, 2012 | Training
A great training drill to get your your horse snappy, soft and responsive on the backside of the barrel. Keeps them free moving into the turn, but locked on the turn helping to leave with power. How: Set your pattern up like a normal barrel racing pattern and add a...
by Michelle | Jan 8, 2012 | Problem Solving, Training
This drill benefits a horse that want to “float”, “drift” or “leak” out of a turn with its outside shoulder. This drill pushes that shoulder back to the inside. How: At each barrel, ask your horse to reverse arc around the complete barrel turn. Straighten him and...
by Michelle | Jan 2, 2012 | Problem Solving, Training
This drill will help a horse that tries to crowd the barrel. But also emphasizes the turn for one that needs it. Great drill for nice correct turns. In this drill you will turn all three barrels the same direction and you will turn each barrel twice. How: Approach the...
by Michelle | Jan 2, 2012 | Problem Solving, Training
This drill helps with your horses suppleness and maneuverability. It will help them become more aware of their own body placement. This drill will open up their shoulders, soften their ribs and face. How: Start this drill slow at a walk or trot and make sure you have...
