Horse patterns riding

To clarify, eight exercises using four jumps each. The fifth exercise is only for the very brave, and I would not attempt it at home :) A reminder: poles can be used as substitutes for jumps. I do …

Games on Horseback 2

Great simple riding patterns for beginners!

Hunt Seat Equitation Pattern

Mirror Barrel Pattern: Useful for learning/teaching one reinriding and carrot stick riding .... and as a barrel race, even lead changes, stop at the start point, drop the rein and fold your arms for 10 seconds without your horse moving.

If you've fallen into a horseback riding rut, check out 10 basic arena exercises that will help make arena riding fun again.

Slow Work For all of you barrel racers, you understand the frustration of going through a slump. Maybe your horse has started blowing the first barrel. It could be that you can’t seem to get …

AQHA ranch riding pattern

Mastering the fundamentals of horseback riding is an important part of becoming a good rider. These 19 beginner horse riding exercises will help you learn the fundamental skills necessary.

Beginner Gymkhana with Kristine Mika Saturday September 26th 12pm-1pm - This class will focus on skill building for gymkhana patterns (barrel racing, keyhole, and pole bending). Competition Rules and scoring will be discussed and distributed. English and Western Riders welcom

Games on Horseback 1

To ace this western riding pattern you'll need to ride fluidly and precisely, and with perfect timing.