Training Tip: How Posting to the Trot can Make You a Better Rider
Balance gives you an independent seat, allows you to move in rhythm with your horse, cue him correctly and boosts confidence in the saddle. How do you get balance? By having proper position. When you’re sitting properly in the saddle, you should be able to draw a straight line from your ear, shoulder, hip and […]
Our last Walkabout Tour stop of the year presented by Ritchie Industries takes us close to the Canadian border and brings Clinton and the Method back to some of our most passionate fans. On September 10th and 11th, The Majestic Valley Arena in Kalispell, Montana will play host to our fifth tour of the year. […]
Faith Stevenson was born into a family of horsemen and knew at the age of 8 that she wanted to be a horse trainer. Her parents own and operate an Angus cattle ranch in Montana and horses are used for daily tasks. Growing up in the environment, Faith was in the saddle daily and was […]
You have a “problem” horse… All problems are caused by a lack of respect or fear, or in some cases, both. No matter what the source of your horse’s problem, the Fundamentals is the answer to earning his respect and trust. If you don’t want to give up on your horse, the Academy’s boot camp-like […]
Training Tip: If you want your horse to change, you have to be willing to change first
That is the most important concept you can understand when it comes to training horses. When I was an apprentice for Ian Francis, he often said to me, “To change your life, you must first change your attitude.” Ian believes, as do I, that if you’re unhappy with the current state of your life, you […]
Thirteen talented horsemen graduated the Clinician Academy this month as Method Ambassadors and are excited to help horse owners achieve their horsemanship dreams! The individuals completed nine weeks of intense, hands-on learning at the ranch and were tested in-depth over their knowledge of the Method. The Ambassadors are located throughout the United States and Australia […]
Did you make a list of goals you wished to accomplish with your horse this year? With only four months left of 2016, time is winding down to cross those goals off your list! If one of your goals was to challenge your knowledge and better the partnership you share with your horse, there’s no […]
Our second annual Ranch Rally is just two months away, and this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than last year’s! The ultimate Downunder Horsemanship experience, the Rally is two days dedicated to learning in-depth and advanced training practices, going behind-the-scenes at the ranch and learning how Clinton cares for his horses, and […]
Vetericyn is non-toxic, steroid-free, antibiotic-free, and does not contain alcohol or tea tree oils. Vetericyn is safe to use around the eyes, ears, nose and mouth. Vetericyn products have been shown to be effective on livestock, cats, dogs, horses, and even exotic animals like birds, snakes, rabbits, lizards, gerbils and more! Vetericyn has been shown […]
One of the best places to train your horse is outside on the trail. While it may be a little more challenging to you to train with the added distractions of being in an uncontrolled environment, there is no denying that horses enjoy working outdoors. Trail work is so much more interesting to your horse […]