by Michelle | Dec 29, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
This is a great drill for teaching your steps to the barrel turn, but is also great for teaching the horse to finish their turn. Great for young and experienced horses at whatever speed they can do it correctly. How: Set up 4 barrels in a row, each side of the arena...
by Michelle | Dec 29, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
Through repetition you and your horse will learn how to handle a turn. If you are having trouble with your first barrel this will allow you to repeat that turn consecutively. If you are having trouble with your left or right this drill with help those barrels. If your...
by Michelle | Nov 28, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
Through repetition your horse will learn to keep engaged and driving from behind. Changing directions simulates the direction change you will have from first to second. Emphasizes rate and turn. How: Set your pylons, tires or barrels up like the picture. They...
by Michelle | Nov 20, 2011 | Problem Solving
This is a great drill if you find your horse is crowding the first barrel and one who starts the turn too soon. It will keep him listening to you on the way to first instead of pushing on you looking for the turn. How: On the way to first – pick your horse up...
