by Michelle | Dec 16, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
This will get you’re young horses thinking about turning the barrels and will free up a tight turning horse as long as you keep big loose circles. How: Set your barrels up in a V shape. Your barrels could be anywhere from 40-60 feet apart depending on what you have...
by Michelle | Dec 3, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
If your horse is leaving the barrels wide this is a great exercise. This drill keeps your horse listening to you on the pattern. You should be able to place him wherever and whenever you want. It gives him time to think and emphasizes the turn. How: Working the...
by Michelle | Nov 29, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
This drill can be done one barrel at a time (for problem solving) or working through from first barrel to third for training. This is 3 drills in one! This drill teaches your horse to turn relaxed, finish his barrels and handle himself with confidence and power. It...
