Spend a Day with Brad Barkemeyer
Ever wondered what an exclusive clinic from Brad Barkemeyer would be like? You're in luck because Horse&Rider OnDemand has your ticket inside! Learn in the arena and the classroom with Brad as he explains body control, collection, presence in the show pen, and more.
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Brad Talks OnDemand
Brad talks about Horse&Rider OnDemand and explains how it is helpful to non pro riders.
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Horse Care Tips from Brad
Brad gives us some tips for taking care of our horses.
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When to Use Leg Wraps and Skid Boots
Brad talks about the different kinds of leg wraps and skid boots. Then, he tells us when you should be using them and what their purpose is.
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Getting a Horse Off the Bit
Brad Barkemeyer talks about why you need to get your horse off the bit. Then, he goes over an exercise that will help you start getting your horse off the bit.
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Groundwork to Get Give to the Bit
In this video, Brad talks about the kinds of groundwork you can do to get your horse to give to the bit.
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The Flag isn't Just for Cutting
Brad shows riders how they can use the flag for more than just cutting.
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Using the Flag to Work on Stopping
Brad has riders work on stopping their horse by using the flag.
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Proper Stirrup Length for Cow Work
In this video, Brad Barkemeyer talks about the proper stirrp length for cow work.
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Warming Up on the Flag
Brad Barkemeyer talks riders through warming up on the flag. He talks about how this is an important part of cow work training.
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Approaching the Cow
Brad goes over some important things to remember when approaching the cow during cow work.
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Riding Out of Your Comfort Zone
Brad talks about why it is important to ride out of your comfort zone. He gives tips for doing this and explains how it will make you a better rider.
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Keeping Your Horse from Fading Off the Cow
Brad explains how you can keep your horse from fading off of the cow during cow work.
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Staying Linear to the Cow
In this video, Brad talks about why it's important to stay linear to the cow during cow work.
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Let Your Horse to Stop on the Cow
Brad goes over why you should let your horse stop on the cow. He explains that this will benefit you in the end and what it teaches your horse.
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Staying Straight on the Cow
Brad talks about how it is important to stay straight on the cow when working it during cow work.
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Using Your Horse's Body Efficiently
In this video, Brad goes over how you can use your horse's body more efficiently. He demonstrates this and has riders practice using their horse's body.
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Commit to the Turn
Brad explains why you have to commit to the turn once you ask your horse to start.
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Make Some Noise
In this video, Brad goes over how making noise when working the cow will benefit you.
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Driving the Cow
In the final video of this series, Brad demonstrates to clinic members how to drive the cow.
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Know Your Limits
In this episode from the clinic, Brad tells you how to focus on knowing your horse's limits and not pushing them too hard.
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Isolate Parts of the Body
In this episode from the clinic, Brad explains the parts of your horse's body you need to have control of while practicing maneuvers.
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Standing Still
Brad Barkemeyer explains why it's important for your horse to learn to stand still.