Shawn Flarida on Keeping a Horse Sharp in the Turn
Along For The Ride Symposium: Tips from Inside the Arena
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8m 11s
NRHA Hall of Famer Shawn Flarida shares his approach to keeping a horse sharp, honest, and responsive through the turn. In this session, he breaks down how to maintain mental engagement and physical balance without overworking or dulling your horse. Shawn explains the role of timing, feel, and consistency in shaping a clean, correct turn, and how to make subtle adjustments that keep a horse committed without creating resistance. This video is made possible through partnership with the 2025 Along For The Ride Symposium.
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