Ranch Riding Pattern Drills
15 Seasons
The "Ranch Riding Pattern Drills" video series on Ride TV is an essential resource for riders aiming to excel in ranch riding. This series provides a comprehensive guide to mastering the various patterns and movements required in ranch riding, emphasizing precision, fluidity, and effective communication between horse and rider. Featuring expert trainers who demonstrate and break down each drill, the videos cover key elements such as transitions, circles, stops, and turns. Viewers learn how to refine their technique and improve their performance through detailed instruction and practical tips. Whether you're a competitive rider or simply looking to enhance your skills, the "Ranch Riding Pattern Drills" series offers valuable insights to help you achieve a higher level of proficiency and confidence in ranch riding.
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Lateral and Forward Movement for Lead Changes
Episode 1
You must have lateral and forward movement if you want your horse to perform a flying lead change. Bud Lyon schools a green ranch riding horse and works on his horse's green flying lead change.
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Introduction to Ranch Riding: Flying Lead Change
Episode 2
The next step in working with a rider who is new to the ranch riding is the lead change. Bud Lyon discusses when to use a flying lead change and shows a new rider how to cue for a flying lead change.
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14:42Episode 3
Green Horse Lead Change Practice
Episode 3
Bud Lyon works a green ranch riding horse and shows you how he likes to work with a green horse on their flying lead change.
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Extended Lope to Extended Trot Transition
Episode 4
In the ranch riding it's easy to end up in the penalty box if you don't school your transitions at home. Bud Lyon breaks down one of the more difficult transitions, the extended lope to extended trot transition, and shows you what he does at home so he's clean when it's time to go in the show pen.
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04:52Episode 5
Control Their Feet in a Walkover
Episode 5
Bud Lyon demonstrates a training drill that will help you control your horse's feet in a log walkover.
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05:54Episode 6
Maintaining Collection to the Left
Episode 6
Ensure your horse can maintain collection on the left and right lead with Brad Barkemeyer's advice.
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Introduction to Ranch Riding:Turnarounds
Episode 7
Bud Lyon explains how to perform a turnaround for the ranch riding class. Coaching the novice ranch rider through the turnaround, Bud breaks down how to accomplish the maneuver.
