Traffic Shyness
Traffic shyness can be a very dangerous behaviour. If your horse is unhappy around vehicles, try some of the exercises shown in this video.
Curiosity and Confidence
The more you stretch a horse’s comfort zone in a structured and controlled way, the more they will overcome their initial flight instincts.
Grab a Seat and Improve your Position
Yes, I know I look silly but take a look at this quick video of me on ‘Woody’ and how riding chairs can help you with your position.
Equipment
Over and above the usual saddle, bridle, saddle blanket and protective boots there is a specific set of equipment I use when working with horses. Safety Wear Safety is paramount. …
Backing up for Balance
A quick video tip on how a good back up can create great drive from your horse for better engagement and balance. Give it a go and let us know …
Fastening a Rope Halter
A quick video tip detailing how to tie a rope halter. These training halters are ideal for teaching your horse groundwork. If you don’t have one you can find them …
Why Horses Aren’t Like Us
Understanding how a horse’s brain and vision differs from our own can help us be more successful horse people. When you start to consider all the differences between horses and …
Minimising vs. Avoiding Flight
Working with the horse’s flight instinct and what I’ve learned about minimising it. Horses have survived for Millennia by utilising their flight instinct. As riders and trainers we need to …
How to Attach a Bridle Rope
I love bridle ropes. They are such a simple piece of tack but can really help in day-to-day training. They are basically a piece of quality marine rope with an …
Don’t Push It!
Be mindful of any influence your horse has over your hand when handling them from the ground. This is particularly important with young horses without much handling experience and those …