In the cold months of the winter it can be really difficult to ride and there are only few possibilities for variations. This is the perfect time for special ground training disciplines which help the horse to overcome his fears. … [Read more...]
Get past the fear: training units that help horses to overcome their anxieties- Part 1
In the cold months of the winter it can be really difficult to ride and there are only few possibilities for variations. This is the perfect time for special training disciplines which help the horse to overcome his fears. … [Read more...]
The only judge that matters – is the one you´re riding – Natural Horsemanship Clinic 31.08. – 02.09.2012 with Robin Shen in Southern France
Scientist, horse-trainer, martial arts teacher, poet…, Robin Shen from California is probably one of the most unusual representatives of Natural Horsemanship in the United States. Maybe he is too humble to become a big star of the scene, maybe he just does not want to be one. … [Read more...]
Ground training: exercises with colorful ground bars activate the awareness of horses
Horse owners with horses which are easily frightened and scared can consider the special training units invented by Michael Geitner from Rechtmehringen, Germany. His methods help to overcome the horses fear so that the animal learns that colors are no danger. … [Read more...]
A recipe for success: Praising your horse
A successful training is difficult. In the end however riders are more than happy if there is a learning progress. But often they forget to praise the horse for the great job. Sometimes you can see how a horse jumps through a whole course and the praise is nothing more but a gentile and short tap on his neck- and that is definitely not enough! On the other hand there are riders … [Read more...]