This document, “7 Skills All Horse Owners Should Know,” by IHRA Sandra Williams, focuses on building a solid foundation with young horses before you even think about riding them. It’s all about establishing a strong bond and safe leadership through seven key ground-handling exercises. The main takeaway? Mastering these basics is absolutely crucial for both your safety and your horse’s well-being.
“The IH Ultimate Guide To Longlining” provides a comprehensive overview of long lining horses, a versatile training method with numerous benefits. It covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques, including navigating obstacles and long lining in different environments. The guide also touches on long reining for schooling and rebalancing horses.
“To Lunge, Or Not To Lunge,” a three-part series by vet physiotherapist Abi Pass MSc, explores the pros and cons of lunging, a somewhat controversial exercise. The guide emphasises the importance of clinical reasoning when deciding whether to lunge a specific horse, and discusses lungeing equipment and training aids.
This document, “Ground to Saddle,” by IH Trainer Jim Goddard, guides horse owners on transitioning IH principles from groundwork to ridden exercises. Goddard emphasises a thoughtful and intentional approach to horse training, highlighting the importance of pressure and release, and encourages riders to think like educators, breaking down exercises into smaller parts. The guide focuses on building the horse’s understanding, balance, suppleness, and confidence through a series of specific exercises.
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Note – Members you can find this article in the Autumn 2015 magazine in the magazine library of the members area.