Zacharias Horsemanship
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NEW Colt Starting Series - Part 1 | Fundamental Groundwork
We're back with yet another colt starting series! In these videos we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of starting your own horses. In this episode, I show you how to teach your horse to lunge both directions, disengage the hip correctly, and back up easily.
No matter what age or breed they are, these exercises will work to build confidence, communication and trust with your equine partners.
We share all the full length videos and real-time training on our membership. You can join at www.successfulhorseman.com
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Body Control: ENGAGING your horse's hip
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Teaching your horse to engage his hip is vital to many maneuvers; such as lead departures or flying lead changes. In this video I show you how to start building impulsion and creating drive through the hip at the next gait. Visit www.successfulhorseman.com for the full length video, or if you're interested in seeing real-time training on lead changes!
Ranch Riding: Mastering downward transitions
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Working on your Ranch Riding skills? In this video we teach the importance of downward transitions, and how to use them to create and maintain connection with your horse in the show pen. Find more in-depth content and real-time training here: successfulhorseman.com
How to get your horse to lift it's back (Collection exercise)
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In collection, we ask our horses to soften their topline and lift the back. But what does that FEEL like? There are lots of videos out there about teaching your horse how to collect, but if you don't even know what you're targeting, how you take the first step in applying the knowledge? I hope this video helps give you that first step. Here are my other videos on teaching collection: Part 1: ua...
PART 2 - Teaching your horse COLLECTION
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Easily teach your horse to collect with our step-by-step process! In this video I show you the steps to start asking your horse for collection at the lope. Check out our membership for exclusive content and unabridged tutorials here!: successfulhorseman.com/ For part 1 of the collection process, click here: ua-cam.com/video/LwFoC7FnfW0/v-deo.html And as always, if you find this information to b...
SIDEPASS your horse in under 10 minutes - Part 2
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Teaching your horse to sidepass well doesn't have to be complicated! In this video we show you how to take the sidepass off the fence and start refining it. We address rein and leg cues as well as how to troubleshoot each part. Watch Part 1 to quickly grasp the first steps in teaching this exercise!
Teach your horse to lope SLOWER using this exercise!
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Teach your horse to lope slower by picking the shoulder up and redirecting the energy, instead of pulling on their face the whole time. In this video I show you how I use a basic steering and shoulder control exercise to shift my horse's weight back and help her slow down without having to babysit her the whole time. This is the first session that I worked on this, and you can already see resul...
Start NECK REINING your horse
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I want to make it as simple as possible for you to get your horse show ready with this neck-reining process! I don't just teach the horse how to get off the rein and go where I want, I teach them to stay balanced and collected while doing it. Here's part 1 of the neck reining process: ua-cam.com/video/GgiwlIja5fE/v-deo.html And here's a summary of the whole process on a more finished horse: ua-...
Teach your horse COLLECTION | Part 1 - The Fundamentals
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We all want a balanced horse who's prepared for whatever we ask then to do, from reining maneuvers to working equitation and everything in between. Teaching your horse to use himself correctly and build the right muscles is the first step to creating that balance and readiness. That is what we call collection. This is the first video in a 3 part series that we'll be sharing on achieving collect...
Could this be ruining your horse's stops?
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"To get a better stop, always back your horse up afterward." - That's the faulty advice we're commonly given in order to improve this maneuver. However, we want to talk a little about when and how to back your horse up and work on the stops in a way that gets your horse to WANT to try harder for you instead of dreading the moment you pick up on his face. Backing up after a stop can be a great t...
Step-by-Step | Teach the flying LEAD CHANGE
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Teaching your horse flying lead changes can be challenging. Many people consider it to be one of the more difficult maneuvers, but it doesn't have to be rocket science! I want to teach you how to train lead changes in a relaxed in confident manner. The most important thing is to simply start trying. If you're afraid to fail, you'll never put the time in that it takes to finesse this maneuver! A...
5 GREAT tips to teach the BACK UP | Colt starting
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Teaching a horse to back up easily is a vital part of training. In this video I show you how to ask for the back up and quickly help the horse understand how to respond to the reins with the proper timing and release. It's so important to make sure our reins are connected to the horse's feet in order to have safe and effective communication at all times.
How neck-reining starts! Teach your horse to STEER easily
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How neck-reining starts! Teach your horse to STEER easily
Step-by-step: Teach Your Horse to NECK-REIN
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Step-by-step: Teach Your Horse to NECK-REIN
The Most Common ERROR Riders Make with the Leg
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The Most Common ERROR Riders Make with the Leg
Teach your horse to SIDEPASS in 10 minutes - Pt 1
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Teach your horse to SIDEPASS in 10 minutes - Pt 1
Manage SPLIT REINS like a PRO
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Manage SPLIT REINS like a PRO
Trailer load any horse FAST | Full length training session!
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Trailer load any horse FAST | Full length training session!
Worst MISTAKES horse trainers make.
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Worst MISTAKES horse trainers make.
FASTEST way to get the CORRECT LEAD on a difficult horse
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FASTEST way to get the CORRECT LEAD on a difficult horse
How to WIN more
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How to WIN more
Hollowing out during transitions? | Help your horse get SOFT
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Hollowing out during transitions? | Help your horse get SOFT
Ranch Riding Maneuvers: Teach the EXTENDED TROT
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Ranch Riding Maneuvers: Teach the EXTENDED TROT
Are you doing this with your horse?
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Are you doing this with your horse?
10 Tips for a Successful Ranch Riding Pattern
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10 Tips for a Successful Ranch Riding Pattern
Struggling with LEAD CHANGES? This might be the problem...
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Struggling with LEAD CHANGES? This might be the problem...
TOP 3 Riding Exercises they need! - FIRST 30 DAYS | Colt starting - Part 4
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TOP 3 Riding Exercises they need! - FIRST 30 DAYS | Colt starting - Part 4
Ranch Riding - HOW and WHEN to start showing your horse
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Ranch Riding - HOW and WHEN to start showing your horse
Step-By-Step STARTING YOUR COLT - The First Ride
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Step-By-Step STARTING YOUR COLT - The First Ride
No more BUCKING - Fixing a Cinchy Horse
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No more BUCKING - Fixing a Cinchy Horse

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  • @BrittanyFabbri
    @BrittanyFabbri 3 дні тому

    Thankyou so much, that was explained so well. Very organized.

  • @Ahmed-cn4ei
    @Ahmed-cn4ei 14 днів тому

    I have always been into learning about western riding, because of how much it takes care about small details, but I am wondering why most of horses that are trained in western riding don’t give impression of seriousness when they walk, you can notice the horses are walking like if they didn’t sleep last night. I would really appreciate if you make a video on this subject?

    • @zacharias.horsemanship
      @zacharias.horsemanship 10 днів тому

      @@Ahmed-cn4ei this comment cracked me up a little bit. 😅 The basic answer is that many western breeds have a foundation of cow horse blood. Back when horses had jobs and very specific purposes, it was very important for a cowboy's horse to be able to move slowly, keep their head low, stay calm in volatile situations, and not rustle up a herd of cows when they were moving through and working around them. Those stand out traits have been passed down and it's something we really admire and love about the modern Quarter Horse. It's not a lack of energy, or a "broken spirit" as many people think. It's a calm, calculated mount who waits on their rider for the next cue. On the contrary, many English riding breeds are built to do the exact opposite. They're fast, alert, explosive and elevated...because that's what was, and is, required of them to perform at their jobs both past and present. It's really neat to see how history has impacted our modern domesticated horse breeds! I still frequently start and ride jumping and dressage horses, so I truly appreciate each horse for their unique talents. This would be a great topic for a video though. Thanks!

  • @shibaowned
    @shibaowned 15 днів тому

    Will try this. We going great in one direction but when i ask for the other direction she is going in wrong direction she goes great in. On ground i can get both but in saddle only one. To be clear we are incredibly new to this. Definitely take some tips

  • @michellecolby-zk8tg
    @michellecolby-zk8tg 16 днів тому

    Nicely done! Your video and one other were key in helping me get my boy to load. Now I need help figuring out how to get him comfortable going down the road. He gets very nervous and sweaty.

  • @brendanmilner6611
    @brendanmilner6611 17 днів тому

    HI.. I can't find part 3 of this video - has one been posted ?

  • @gottasay4766
    @gottasay4766 18 днів тому

    I am learning much from you and I am a dressage rider. Same principles apply.

  • @amyloredo5253
    @amyloredo5253 23 дні тому

    Such a helpful video!

  • @AimEmery
    @AimEmery 28 днів тому

    Thanks. This is helpful.

  • @BrendaMerriott
    @BrendaMerriott 29 днів тому

    Going to try it very good at making it understandable

  • @meganpahl3612
    @meganpahl3612 Місяць тому

    Hello and ty for your video. I am working with a 12 year old horse who is only greenbroke as she was an arabian show horse. Then, prior to my purchasing her, she was a well taken care of pasture pet. I've been getting her in peak condition for the last year now and building that relationship. However, now that we have been in saddle for a few months, she picks up every move such as yields and even some dressage for fitness but she WONT FOLLOW HER NOSE AND JUST RIDE STRAIGHT UNTIL TOLD OTHERWISE! When we do, she begins to show her mare side. Like I said before, she is incredibly emotional and intelligent but she is relying on my instructions from saddle to the point she often trips for not watching her footing. Other days, she will NOT ride a straight line. Do you have any advice for this?

  • @ashleycampbell9134
    @ashleycampbell9134 Місяць тому

    What is "softening the ribcage?"

  • @chexmy
    @chexmy Місяць тому

    That video deplicted my issue to a "T"....I went to a show and he was spooked by sunshine shining through a door onto the arena floor. I finished the pattern past that point. I have been thinking what I can do. Thank you

    • @zacharias.horsemanship
      @zacharias.horsemanship Місяць тому

      @@chexmy ua-cam.com/video/lnYHCmJURvY/v-deo.html Here's the full length video if you're interested.

  • @kellyknouff-burk4834
    @kellyknouff-burk4834 Місяць тому

    Thank you. This was very helpful. The pulling backward after loading is the problem I’ve been dealing with.

  • @jessgadd3584
    @jessgadd3584 Місяць тому

    Best video I’ve ever seen with info on these couple of scenarios.

  • @dirkkuerschnerpeasantfield8913
    @dirkkuerschnerpeasantfield8913 Місяць тому

    Excellent video!

  • @Biffles4Lyfe
    @Biffles4Lyfe Місяць тому

    What's this horse's breeding? She could be the twin of my own mare!

  • @burpchamp
    @burpchamp Місяць тому

    Nicely done. Currently have a mare who came for trailer loading training. Her owner led her 3 miles on the county road to my place 😅. She’s great now but still doesn’t love the door being closed. Here’s hoping that will extinguish after many trips around the hill in the trailer. My own herd taught me loads of trips takes away all apprehension. So I don’t think people should get to loafing ok but forget to trailer routinely, even to the grocery store, to help the horse become really really comfortable.

  • @Appys_and_chestnuts
    @Appys_and_chestnuts Місяць тому

    Hello! I’m starting my first horse and saddled him for the first time and he did amazing and then I did jumping beside him and I can’t seem to get him to calm down with that. He just tenses up

  • @kellyteakle5852
    @kellyteakle5852 Місяць тому

    Love this 😊

  • @nmafitness7452
    @nmafitness7452 Місяць тому

    This was probably the most useful loading videos Iv ever seen. Thank you

  • @rigamaroleBC
    @rigamaroleBC Місяць тому

    Is there a part 2 for this?

    • @zacharias.horsemanship
      @zacharias.horsemanship Місяць тому

      @@rigamaroleBC it's coming! It was supposed to be posted a lot sooner, but part of the audio in it was completely gone, so I had to do a voice over and edit it all. Hence the delay.

  • @rebeccamccormack1075
    @rebeccamccormack1075 Місяць тому

    This video is so helpful! Great job!

  • @tracybrock1406
    @tracybrock1406 Місяць тому

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @KatieOBrien-d1o
    @KatieOBrien-d1o Місяць тому

    What age do you start your horses with these exercises?

  • @Cooper-Tribe-6
    @Cooper-Tribe-6 Місяць тому

    I've got a 6yr brumby Mare, and she's very green she only knows the simple walk, trot, and canter. She shoulder drops and doesn't drop her head, speeds up without me asking, and is very disrespectful. I have tried fixing it but nothing seems to work. What do you think I should do?

  • @kensuzdoer
    @kensuzdoer Місяць тому

    The cinch is really unbalanced around the horse could be a reason he seems to be fussing?

  • @Lizlullaby
    @Lizlullaby Місяць тому

    I just want to say thank you thank you thank you! My horse would NOT get in the trailer. I worked for 5 days trying to get her in. I used this method today and got her in in 20 minutes. I still have to work on getting her to stay in while I close the divider, but she goes in!!! Please everyone, save your horse a lot of confusion and stress and use this method!

  • @morgana73
    @morgana73 Місяць тому

    Why do have a bosal and a nasty leverage bit on the horse at the same time?? That makes no sense..

  • @JeffC-yl8lg
    @JeffC-yl8lg 2 місяці тому

    It really helps

  • @juliefranck8510
    @juliefranck8510 2 місяці тому

    Can you comment regarding your opinion on keeping the horse straight when doing this or even a slight counter bend? I accidentally stumbled onto doing this and it seemed to help. Earlier in her training she would really fall in on her left shoulder, but a very slight counter bend she would stay more upright.

    • @zacharias.horsemanship
      @zacharias.horsemanship 2 місяці тому

      @@juliefranck8510 so to clarify, you were traveling left, and she was dropping the left shoulder in, so you pushed the shoulder into a left counter bend even more? Just want to understand the picture before I answer your question. Thanks.

  • @phoenixequestrian8680
    @phoenixequestrian8680 2 місяці тому

    I watched a few of your videos on neck reining as well and you had a similar concept of “setting the horse up” and then “pushing them through” the maneuver. Before watching your videos I never realized how important the “setup” is. Working with your methods has been a complete game changer for my gelding and I! Thank you so much for putting out content like this and explaining yourself so well. I can always count on you to never leave out a detail 😁

    • @zacharias.horsemanship
      @zacharias.horsemanship 2 місяці тому

      Thanks so much for the feedback. Really happy that these videos have been helpful!

  • @phoenixequestrian8680
    @phoenixequestrian8680 2 місяці тому

    Congratulations, somehow you’ve perfectly captured the online equestrian community in less than 7 minutes 😂

  • @shawnpetersen6575
    @shawnpetersen6575 2 місяці тому

    I appreciate your video! Thank you for sharing this.

  • @shawnpetersen6575
    @shawnpetersen6575 2 місяці тому

    Great information, thank you!

  • @debbier3223
    @debbier3223 2 місяці тому

    This is a classic case where a horse hasn’t had the chance to bond with people she’s nervous and only language she knows is horse body language . With ground work and patience any horse can be a pleasure to work with ❤

  • @EdenviewTeamCarriageDriving
    @EdenviewTeamCarriageDriving 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for not scraping the video lol. It is super important to know what really goes into a made horse.

  • @Ash-hg8qt
    @Ash-hg8qt 2 місяці тому

    If the horse is drifting in along the straight line (leaning in towards the middle while going along the long straight, what would the reins need to be doing? Would you simply keep the nose on the straight line and use the leg to keep the horse out?

  • @JulieRuby-w6s
    @JulieRuby-w6s 2 місяці тому

    You had your priorities correct, that says a lot about people/ UA-camrs 👍

  • @deevine7940
    @deevine7940 2 місяці тому

    Thanks