To finish the session, Kristen Martel demonstrated the log drag. She explained the importance of correct rope handling, steady forward motion, and maintaining control of the horse’s body position throughout the maneuver. Martel also pointed out how credit is earned for smoothness and willingness—...

Jim Cook demonstrates a drill for hip and shoulder control—a must for building balance and precision in herd work. Each rider in the clinic runs through the drill while Jim offers hands-on feedback to sharpen their feel.

Jim Cook demonstrates his draw-back drill—showing why it’s key for responsiveness and balance. Then, every rider in the clinic puts it into practice with Jim’s feedback guiding the way.

Jim Cook demonstrates a practical drill for working cattle during the Arabian Horse Association clinic. Each participant runs through the exercise while Cook provides feedback and key insights on positioning and timing during cattle work.

Brad Barkemeyer shows you how he likes to practice corners to help his horse get comfortable going through a corner when working a cow.

In this training session, Luca Fappani focuses on teaching a young horse to yield its hindquarters—a key component of body control and responsiveness. Luca walks through his step-by-step approach to engaging the horse’s hind end while maintaining softness and clarity in the cue. This builds the f...

Ryan Rushing demonstrates how to go from two hands to one hand during maneuvers.

Join Bud Lyon as he breaks down the double log lopeover maneuver in ranch trail and shares tips on how to fine-tune your horse’s performance when needed.

Ryan Rushing introduces the basic reining maneuver—the stop. He demonstrates how to introduce this maneuver to a young horse.

Leslie Smalygo shares her inspiring journey of chasing pro rodeo dreams later in life—and doing it on her own terms. From getting her WPRA card in her mid-40s to winning Rookie of the Year in the Prairie Circuit, Leslie opens up about what fueled her rise, how her horse Gus changed everything, an...

Luca Fappani demonstrates how to help a young colt learn to follow its nose—a foundational skill for softness, balance, and responsiveness. In this session, he applies a hackamore for the first time and explains how it encourages a clearer line of communication without overwhelming the horse. Wat...

Join Bud Lyon as he breaks down the log lope-over maneuver in ranch trail and shares tips on how to fine-tune your horse’s performance when needed.

Leslie Smalygo sat down to talk about why her horse, Gus, is the definition of a "warhorse" and why he is one of a kind.

To get a horse comfortable in the hackamore Brad likes to include some dry work into his riding routine before putting a horse on cattle or before working the flag.

Cow horses must be comfortable drawing back to successfully work a cow. Brad Barkemeyer shows you how he likes to teach it in a hackamore.

Join Bud Lyon as he breaks down the log trot-over maneuver in ranch trail and shares tips on how to fine-tune your horse’s performance when needed.

Ryan Rushing explains how he wants his horse to lope off with balance and softness, highlighting how body control creates better shape and responsiveness in the circle.

Luca Fappani works with a colt during just its second saddling session, setting the foundation for future success with careful groundwork and calm repetition. Bud Lyon chimes in to offer insight on what makes a solid ranch riding prospect and how early training choices influence long-term results...

In this candid reflection, Leslie Smalygo opens up about the mental discipline it takes to succeed at the highest level. From learning how to handle disappointment behind the scenes to building resilience for the next run, this video dives deep into what it really means to ride like a pro. Hear h...

With so many variables involved, Pole Bending is the rodeo event requiring great precision. Add the speed of a good horse to that and the event gets complicated fast. In this video, Marlene Eddleman McRae slows things down to show you what it takes to make winning runs time after time. You'll lea...

Just because you ride your horse in a hackamore doesn't necessarily mean he's a hackamore horse. Learn what Brad Barkemeyer is looking for when he finds his next hackamore horse.

In this training session, Luca Fappani demonstrates how to safely introduce hobbles to a young horse, using the tool as a way to build patience, trust, and confidence. He explains how hobbles can teach a horse to manage pressure without panic, and walks through the steps of preparation, applicati...

After working on body control, Ryan Rushing walks us through the basics of the turnaround and explains how body control plays a role in this maneuver.

Bud Lyon works a clumsy 5-year-old gelding through the log walkovers. He discusses how he trains this horse to develop more forward motion and cadence in the maneuver.