Riding Well Grounded – Building Blocks for a Nice Side Pass

by Marilyn Pineda   One of my favorite accomplishments in horse training is being able to execute a nice side pass.  It demonstrates several basic ground training achievements: subtle bending in the neck; yielding to subtle pressure; moving the front quarters in both directions; moving the hindquarters in both directions; and …

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Riding Well Grounded

Tips for Backing a Smooth Circle by Marilyn Pineda   A couple of gals recently brought their horses to the trail course at Fire Mountain. Bonnie had been here previously as a participant in the Obstacle Challenge Play Day we held in October, but was still interested in listening in …

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