Al Dunning
3 Seasons
Al Dunning is a renowned horse trainer with over 45 years of experience in the equestrian industry. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, he specializes in Western performance events, including reining, cutting, and working cow horse. Dunning has earned numerous titles, including multiple AQHA World Championships and NRCHA World Championships. He is also an accomplished author, clinician, and mentor, contributing significantly to the education and development of riders and trainers. Dunning's expertise and dedication have made him a respected figure in the horse training community.
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How to Achieve Collection and Review of All 5 Horsemanship Basics
Episode 1
Al Dunning discusses 5 basic skills and maneuvers to work on during the warm-up to improve your horsemanship, and help your horse achieve collection.
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01:36Episode 2
How to Stop Your Horse
Episode 2
In video #3 of Al Dunning's "5 Basics" Al discusses how to stop your horse.
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00:45Episode 3
Place High By Following Instructions
Episode 3
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03:25Episode 4
How to Back Up Your Horse
Episode 4
Number 4 in Al Dunning's 5 Basics series is the backup. Learn how to prepare your horse to back and how to properly asks them for it.
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01:56Episode 5
How to Turn Your Horse Left and Right
Episode 5
In video #2 of Al Dunning's "5 Basics" series, he walks through how to run left and right.
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02:14Episode 6
Turn-Around Practice
Episode 6
Learn how to properly practice the turn-around with this young-horse drill from Al Dunning.
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04:53Episode 7
Turn-Around Tune Up
Episode 7
Al Dunning talks through the progression of the turnaround and how to improve it as the horse continues his training.
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02:51Episode 8
Do You Have A Real Show Horse?
Episode 8
Al Dunning describes a real Western riding show horse. Turn your horse into a real show horse with Al Dunning's advice.
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03:17Episode 9
Clear the Shoulders for a Lead Change
Episode 9
Ace your Western riding lead changes with advice from Al Dunning.
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02:34Episode 10
Ride With Rhythm
Episode 10
Follow the cadence of your horse with these tips from Al Dunning.
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01:48Episode 11
Pull Your Reins Properly
Episode 11
Al Dunning explains how to use your reins right.
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03:25Episode 12
Why and How to Be an Engaged Rider
Episode 12
AQHA Professional Horseman Al Dunning teaches you how to be an engaged rider and how to ride your horse every stride.
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03:15Episode 14
Al Dunning's Warm Up Drill
Episode 14
Warm up before every ride with Al Dunning's commonsense warm up drill for better horsemanship
