Schooling Techniques for a Responsive Reining Horse
Along For The Ride Symposium: Tips from Inside the Arena
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6m 2s
NRHA Hall of Famer Shawn Flarida shares his approach to schooling a reining horse, focusing on building responsiveness, relaxation, and precision. In this session, Shawn demonstrates key exercises that help improve communication between horse and rider while maintaining a calm and engaged mindset. This video is made possible through partnership with the 2025 Along For The Ride Symposium.
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