Building Confidence in the Canter! Riding Arlo & Showing Our Technique

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  • Опубліковано 16 лют 2024
  • Hey Horse Lovers! Thanks for tuning in to our latest video where we dive into THE DISCUSSION of cantering. Today I'm going to groom, tack up, and ride my adorable horse, Arlo. You will get to know him and see his sweet personality. 🐎 In this video, we focus on building confidence in the canter and share some handy tips and techniques that'll help you and your horse gain confidence in the saddle. From mastering the correct leads to developing a balanced canter, we cover it all. So saddle up and LET'S GO! IF YOU ENJOY OUR CONTENT SUBSCRIBE!
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  • @freespiritequestrian
    @freespiritequestrian  4 місяці тому +59

    Hey Horse Lovers! I hope you enjoyed spending time with Arlo & I. He is such a sweet boy. Thanks for watching! -Shae & Kyle 💕
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    • @10eisa
      @10eisa 4 місяці тому +1

      the next gait above a walk on a gaited horse is a showily and the next gait is called favorite gait I own four gaited horses you are also not supposed to post on a gaited horse and the more you canter him it is going to mess up his gait

    • @10eisa
      @10eisa 4 місяці тому +1

      showalk

    • @horsehangout
      @horsehangout 4 місяці тому +2

      Thank you this training video came at a perfect time in my riding journey... with a gaited horse that reminds me of Arlo in so many ways😊

    • @horsehangout
      @horsehangout 4 місяці тому +1

      ​@@10eisai have heard of this before. Is it because if they are gaiting properly you wont need to post? (What if its still too bumpy?)
      Can you elaborate why cantering too much will inhibit the gait? Im thinking it messes with muscle development and movement patterns...appreciate your thoughts thank you

    • @L0vit1
      @L0vit1 4 місяці тому

      He is beautiful

  • @DeepSlumber
    @DeepSlumber 4 місяці тому +50

    Arlo is suuuch a calm little sweetheart - the way he nearly falls asleep with you around because he's so comfortable just shows how amazing and trusting the relationship between you two is ♥

  • @user-zp5ii4fp3p
    @user-zp5ii4fp3p 4 місяці тому +34

    This is why Shae is one of the most admired horse women. She cares about her horse ,she puts them first and she loves them and they love her back. She is gentle with them and they are gentle back! Respect coming and going!

    • @pamskyland4444
      @pamskyland4444 4 місяці тому +3

      He was obviously taught correctly from a young age to have respect for people. They are not born that way. He and all her horses r great. She has done a good job with her babies not letting them be Naughty they two are being very good and respectful

  • @susanfreeman9500
    @susanfreeman9500 4 місяці тому +30

    The sunshine on his coat gave him a pearly glow. And he has a such a sweet face, especially in the pink halter.

  • @cherylvantil6918
    @cherylvantil6918 4 місяці тому +23

    What a beautiful day for a ride! Arlo is a very beautiful horse and I LOVED the kisses all over his face for Valentine's Day! Even funnier is the fact that the kisses are still faintly visible on him. =) Loved this video. I really, really love the riding tips and horse knowledge you give us during your videos. I've never owned a horse (to my sadness) but I became "horse crazy" around 10 years old after reading Black Beauty, the Black Stallion, the Misty books, etc... And I'm now 63! One of my top five "fun things to do" is still petting horses which unfortunately doesn't happen but maybe once a year. All this to say that's why I love your videos so much...especially the "day in the life of" showing daily life with horses. Thank you for everything you do for your viewers.

  • @catherinee.millard1831
    @catherinee.millard1831 4 місяці тому +13

    When I see Arlo's canter, I think of the word, "lope." I think it describes it best. He's such a sweetie. 😊

  • @5DogMa
    @5DogMa 4 місяці тому +26

    He's so beautiful, I love his colors! I love his temperament too.

  • @SamtheMan0508
    @SamtheMan0508 4 місяці тому +16

    I love Arlo's streaked mane and tail.

  • @JanWindsong
    @JanWindsong 4 місяці тому +10

    You are a genuine equestrienne. Love watching you. I remember all my trainers and you definitely one of the best.

  • @louiseneuman-qv4rd
    @louiseneuman-qv4rd 4 місяці тому +7

    Arlo is my dream horse: calm, gentle, and dependable. He can be trusted with an older person, someone with limited experience. His smooth gait is a blessing.
    That’s how I perceive Arlo.
    Thank you for sharing your love and understanding of horses.

  • @katiesinthekitchen
    @katiesinthekitchen 4 місяці тому +9

    Thank you for the first-person views of grooming and riding :)

  • @AngelaWard-zb7xn
    @AngelaWard-zb7xn 4 місяці тому +10

    Arlo was pointing to his dirt coat asking for a bath lol He beautiful soul ❤

    • @Believinabel
      @Believinabel 4 місяці тому +5

      "Grey Sabino with a touch of mud...and that is official", cracking me up.

  • @margaretblack8538
    @margaretblack8538 4 місяці тому +11

    A touch of mud, brilliant.
    🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍 You have a great sense of humour. 😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @shirleycirio6897
    @shirleycirio6897 4 місяці тому +7

    Loved the 'advert' on Arlo.... Someone will swoop him up right away, when you are ready.
    Cantering is even more enjoyable than cruising downhill on a bike. 😊

  • @JustAnotherPandama
    @JustAnotherPandama 4 місяці тому +9

    I'm a nervous rider and I love these kinds of videos, the way you explain everything is so amazing! Arlo is so cute and just has such a adorable baby face 🥺

  • @Scampergirl
    @Scampergirl 4 місяці тому +6

    Arlo has has the most beautiful, gentle eyes....

  • @user-iu9fi1vy2p
    @user-iu9fi1vy2p 4 місяці тому +21

    I love arlo

  • @susanblakley
    @susanblakley 4 місяці тому +8

    Arlos eyes are so dreamy. Lovely horse

  • @Saria_89
    @Saria_89 4 місяці тому +1

    I just came across your channel randomly and I just have to say how much I appreciate how you treat your horses. When I heard you say "bit-less" I was shocked, in the best way possible. This is how all horses should be cared for, you truly are the best horse person ever ❤

  • @Groundedsquirrel
    @Groundedsquirrel 4 місяці тому +7

    Posting the canter, what a concept. I can imagine that helping me be more in tune with a canter. Thanks for helping me and others envision riding!

  • @Believinabel
    @Believinabel 4 місяці тому +6

    Arlo is, "Such a GOOD BOY!" His hooves are very nice. Canter is my favorite gait.

  • @Rivers_paws
    @Rivers_paws 4 місяці тому +15

    It’s a good day when shea posts a video

  • @lindaz1290
    @lindaz1290 4 місяці тому +22

    This video made my heart happy today. I've been a horse lover since age 2 (yes, I remember even though it was 63 years ago!) but my parents never had the means to afford riding lessons. Now I get to live vicariously through your videos - and learn so much along the way. I love that Arlo got his treat at the end...such a good boy! (I also own & love your Piaffe Plum!)

    • @geekchic3685
      @geekchic3685 4 місяці тому +3

      It's never too late to start riding!

    • @margaretjohnson8117
      @margaretjohnson8117 4 місяці тому +2

      ditto for me. it does take money to have a horse. I have ridin at every opportunity.

    • @geekchic3685
      @geekchic3685 4 місяці тому +1

      @margaretjohnson8117 Yeah horses are super expensive

  • @marthaagnew6022
    @marthaagnew6022 4 місяці тому +8

    Really appreciate your calmness, patience and kindness such beautiful qualities ✨💗

  • @rhondalaurent9540
    @rhondalaurent9540 4 місяці тому +2

    Awe...he lifted his tail for his mom. So very sweet....❤

  • @elizabethbott1431
    @elizabethbott1431 4 місяці тому +5

    I love Arlo! He has beautiful eye lashes! 💕

  • @IZZYYYYYYYYYYYYYY_
    @IZZYYYYYYYYYYYYYY_ 4 місяці тому +11

    I love your videos so much!!! I loved horses sense I was just 6 years old and I hope to one day be like you! your such an amazing rider and owner and your horses are so lucky to have you! ive learned to much from you and your such an inspiration to me!! ❤

  • @krhode5185
    @krhode5185 4 місяці тому +4

    He’s a beautiful horse. As a kid in the 70s, the way I learned to canter was being thrown on a horse for trail rides with a guide who was only 14 or 15 themselves. If we were lucky, we’d get to canter. No helmets. No instructions. Pure fun. But then, people didn’t wear seatbelts, dogs ran around the neighbourhood off leash and kids played outside all day without adult supervision.

    • @annehemmer5153
      @annehemmer5153 4 місяці тому +1

      Such a healthy way to be a kid!
      everyone’s dogs came with you and pals to the woods and fields so safety was easy and cute

  • @jessiebabineaux9297
    @jessiebabineaux9297 4 місяці тому +4

    Oh my gosh he smiled when you kissed him at the end. Heart be still.

  • @sharonp6762
    @sharonp6762 4 місяці тому +9

    Arlo is gorgeous! His eyes are so sweet.

  • @myearthlytreasures3
    @myearthlytreasures3 4 місяці тому +7

    Awesome tips on the canter! Especially about taking lessons on a very well trained horse that canters smoothly. Love your training tips, we can always learn something new.

  • @lindahutcherson115
    @lindahutcherson115 4 місяці тому +9

    Arlo is a very handsome boy and I love the saddle!

  • @Hollybank5
    @Hollybank5 4 місяці тому +6

    Arlington is very handsome ❤❤❤

    • @aleasha.k.b
      @aleasha.k.b 4 місяці тому

      Gotta love autocorrect never getting the horse's name right, lol!

  • @VictoriaDye-ng7jm
    @VictoriaDye-ng7jm 4 місяці тому +7

    I loved watching you and Arlo work together! Such a beautiful team!!💜

  • @Kimber2010
    @Kimber2010 4 місяці тому +6

    Arlo is the kindest horse❤

    • @freespiritequestrian
      @freespiritequestrian  4 місяці тому +5

      He truly is!

    • @richardbrown2376
      @richardbrown2376 4 місяці тому +3

      I have a horse just like Arlo , so gentle and kind with lovely manners. They really are a pleasure to own . Your videos are so helpful as l am still a little nervous in canter ,it is more difficult as an older rider and not owning a horse for 40 years. ❤

  • @M-MMo
    @M-MMo 4 місяці тому +7

    Arlo is such a sweet gentle soul ❤

  • @rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs
    @rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs 4 місяці тому +8

    Nice lesson for equestrians about cantering. Unfortunately for this old non equestrian I didn't understand everything; but I still enjoyed the video very much. You were so upbeat and bubbly today Shae 😅😅😅. You must have really needed the sunshine and warmer weather!😊😊😊

  • @Tam-Solo70
    @Tam-Solo70 4 місяці тому +7

    Wise beyond your years Shae! As always, Excellent horsemanship!

  • @cfund
    @cfund 4 місяці тому +6

    He is so relaxed and trusting with you. Love seeing that ❤

  • @lindagrizzard2999
    @lindagrizzard2999 4 місяці тому +10

    Loved the canter video today. Arlo is such a beautiful horse. You are such a great instructor. I can see why all your students love you and your lessons. Have a wonderful day. 😍❤❤❤

  • @ronsamborski6230
    @ronsamborski6230 4 місяці тому

    “A grey Sabino with a touch of mud.” 😃 Classic!

  • @pamelahooper7851
    @pamelahooper7851 4 місяці тому +6

    Thanks for taking us along and the info. Beautiful Arlo.

  • @cherylhillskemper7564
    @cherylhillskemper7564 4 місяці тому +5

    Very relaxing video. Arlo kind of looked like he wanted to nap in the nice warm sun. So cute. I love all the different personalities of your horses.

  • @salentipy
    @salentipy 4 місяці тому +5

    Cantering is so much fun! I would love to have an Arlo. ❤️ I used to ride a retired Tennessee Walker mare, and I LOVED her pacing gait. So smooth!

  • @gpdd108
    @gpdd108 4 місяці тому +5

    I just love how all your horses adore YOU!

  • @rcg224
    @rcg224 4 місяці тому +10

    omg the purple pad and vest! I love it . u always make such cute outfits. and its nice to see how feminine u continue to be while doing hard farm labor 😂😂 like seriously girl you're so spunky 😂

  • @Riding_Maiden
    @Riding_Maiden 4 місяці тому +17

    Double dreams come true, a new video from u AND it’s on canter! I needed this so much! Thank you Shae 💛🐴

  • @geekchic3685
    @geekchic3685 4 місяці тому +4

    Arlo is so chill! I remember learning to canter when I was very young and not being able to steer! Hahaha luckily I don't have that issue now and thankfully I had a great schoolmaster growing up, he was like arlo very laid back and steered for you 😂

  • @user-zp5ii4fp3p
    @user-zp5ii4fp3p 4 місяці тому +3

    Arlo, peaceful, gentle, loving, and secure for young riders . You want mellow pick arlo!

  • @kyleefarmer8563
    @kyleefarmer8563 4 місяці тому +14

    Arlos canter looks so good❤

  • @user-zp5ii4fp3p
    @user-zp5ii4fp3p 4 місяці тому +4

    He is just sweetness personified!

  • @livingnow7017
    @livingnow7017 4 місяці тому +4

    You and Arlo are Amazing and the sun brings so much good and Joyous energy! ❤

  • @MightyMoCat
    @MightyMoCat 4 місяці тому +3

    I ❤ seeing Arlo. I think he's my favorite!

  • @emilyoberdorf8758
    @emilyoberdorf8758 4 місяці тому +8

    Thanks so much for all the great videos this week while you were away!

  • @cking8776
    @cking8776 4 місяці тому +9

    Arlo is a beautiful horse!❤

  • @BrendaHaltom-cs6ck
    @BrendaHaltom-cs6ck 4 місяці тому +5

    Ooo Arlo is so beautiful! Those shot with his canter are great! And at the end of the video when he was facing you and his ears were up he was stunning! He has a wonderful shaved head! Good boy Arlo!❤️😀🐺

  • @deniseclark4423
    @deniseclark4423 4 місяці тому +4

    Arlo is a really pretty horse with such kind eyes….

  • @jeaniLovesAnimals
    @jeaniLovesAnimals 4 місяці тому +10

    Wonderful video.
    Happy to see you and Arlo got an outside ride..
    He has great feet.. Well formed. I love all your horses and the fact that you pay attention to all of them.
    Beautiful. ❤
    🕊🩷🙏🙋🏼‍♀️🐈🐕🌷

  • @carolinechew2432
    @carolinechew2432 4 місяці тому +8

    Your symmetry on Arlo is perfection. . .
    You look so well-aligned and Perfect together.
    Size/weight ratio couldn’t Possibly be better.
    Rock On!!! 😊❤😊❤

  • @Ciel-yf5gs
    @Ciel-yf5gs 4 місяці тому +1

    You take such great care of your horses. Any horse is lucky to be in your care.

  • @katherinedrake355
    @katherinedrake355 4 місяці тому +4

    Love his rainbow mane ❤

  • @maggieekane7845
    @maggieekane7845 4 місяці тому +22

    I was very glad to have a tutorial on cantering with such a lovely horse like Arlo, who moves smooothly! Thx for taking time to give us some confidence and content on cantering. Looks so comfortable on Arlo. You both look great together!
    ❤️🐴❤️🐎❤️💋❤️💄❤️

  • @GabyandDaisy
    @GabyandDaisy 4 місяці тому +7

    Early🎉🎉 Arlo is the cutest boy❤

  • @Abi-Grey8
    @Abi-Grey8 4 місяці тому +5

    Still on trot but I’ll get to canter soon enough.

  • @KaiOcean
    @KaiOcean 4 місяці тому +1

    Arlo! That face! ❤ Why is he so cute?

  • @sherripaynehawkins7660
    @sherripaynehawkins7660 4 місяці тому +4

    Arlo is so precious, and what a sleepy boy today. It's funny to see on camera ❤😂❤

  • @ericb8413
    @ericb8413 4 місяці тому +3

    Arlo is a gem. Love him!

  • @HorseCrazyGalTas
    @HorseCrazyGalTas 4 місяці тому +4

    Awesome tips thanks 😊 my first and last experience cantering off lead was such a bad experience it frightened me to the point I no longer ride and haven’t ridden in years partly due to health but mostly due to fear, I needed a better teacher I’ve learnt since

  • @mikaliunas90
    @mikaliunas90 4 місяці тому

    Arlo is such a sweet horse. Love how he is so calm and relaxed❤

  • @janiceslifco146
    @janiceslifco146 4 місяці тому +1

    Arlo is very photogenic. I love watching him canter as he does seem to be so smooth. I really like the halter you put on him--he looks so good in it. He does appear to be such a good horse that anyone could ride.

  • @chickengirlBelle
    @chickengirlBelle 4 місяці тому +6

    arlo is my favorite horse😀

  • @GingerLee-eo8ej
    @GingerLee-eo8ej 4 місяці тому

    When I said 'fun ride, it was very much of an understatement. Watching the beauty & poetry of you and Arlo was extremely uplifting and brought me much joy and was a very much needed contrast to the constant bombardment of negativity that our 'world' has become lately. BLESS YOU & YOURS!

  • @jeanhowarth1852
    @jeanhowarth1852 4 місяці тому +4

    Man he looks pretty in purple

  • @karendelacruz8615
    @karendelacruz8615 4 місяці тому

    Winter. Weather. Yes the sun feels good but cold in Kentucky. YOUR SUCH A GREAT HORSE 🐴 MOM ....BEAUTIFUL. SHEA. GREAT JOB ❤❤❤❤❤I 😊

  • @hw-art
    @hw-art 4 місяці тому +3

    Now, that took me right back to my youth, riding on a muddy and crusty horse during winter. ;-) I found canter much easier than trot, but then I didn't ride a gaited horse. However, I once rode an Icelandic horse that tølted, and that was terrific. 🙂

  • @JesseHernandez-hr5bh
    @JesseHernandez-hr5bh 4 місяці тому +4

    Love arlo love he's so cute

  • @laurabodycombe7998
    @laurabodycombe7998 4 місяці тому +1

    Cantering is really good for your core. Lots of ab muscles and your lower back.

  • @mollyshort2390
    @mollyshort2390 4 місяці тому +6

    Hello 👋 from Arkansas 😊

  • @Emma_eq418
    @Emma_eq418 4 місяці тому +3

    Arlo is soooooo cute 🥰

  • @piety61
    @piety61 4 місяці тому

    ❤ This video couldn't be more timely!!! I cantered yesterday and my butt is so sore! I needed to see this, I haven't ridden a horse in literally 50 years and have forgotten how to Cantor without damaging my rear end!

  • @jeanhowarth1852
    @jeanhowarth1852 4 місяці тому +4

    Nice day for a ride.

  • @reeritz1280
    @reeritz1280 4 місяці тому +2

    Arlo is a beaut of a horse & his gait is so smooooth...Shea barely bounced..very in sync..he is a great looking ride!

    • @reeritz1280
      @reeritz1280 4 місяці тому

      @Te-legram.FreeSpiritEquestrian Sorry Shea, I'm not savy on telegram or how to access...us old dinosaurs are just too tired to learn new tech. I ❤️ ur channel & enjoy watching you & ur herd. As I've purchased lip gloss from ur boutique, you have my private data...please use it if you find contact important!😉

  • @candacemccabe5861
    @candacemccabe5861 4 місяці тому +4

    Handsome Boy!💜💜💜

  • @user-cg9xd7mz5j
    @user-cg9xd7mz5j 4 місяці тому +5

    Arlo is beautiful. His canter is so easy. Thank you Shae and Kyle. Great video!

  • @debdavis8423
    @debdavis8423 4 місяці тому +6

    So beautiful!!

  • @danielleddorie
    @danielleddorie 4 місяці тому +1

    This is exactly what I needed! I'm relearning how to canter after a 2 year break, and when I'm sitting the canter it feels like I'm going to fly out of the saddle unless im holding onto the saddle (which is okay with the horse I'm on). My instructor ensures me it doesnt look like im gonna fall at all, but it is so rocky compared to the horse I cantered on years ago, who had a flatter canter, and I don't know how to get the confidence back to canter without grabbing and still being able to steer

  • @bettablue2660
    @bettablue2660 4 місяці тому

    Arlington is a sweet punkin’ pie!

  • @sofie_flowerlion7877
    @sofie_flowerlion7877 4 місяці тому +1

    One thing that has help me the most with confidence in the lope/canter is doing often too

  • @susansmith7933
    @susansmith7933 4 місяці тому +3

    Thank you for the lesson! I enjoyed hearing the training commentary! Love your channel❤❤

  • @user-fh9qe9om6z
    @user-fh9qe9om6z 4 місяці тому +3

    ❤ I love his halter! Fits well and the color!❤

  • @_Elle_3113_
    @_Elle_3113_ 4 місяці тому +5

    Early! I love your videos so much and Arlo is so pretty!!

  • @auggiedoggiesmommy1734
    @auggiedoggiesmommy1734 4 місяці тому +1

    Watching the mud come off Arlo’s legs was so satisfying!

  • @pamelaescobar3932
    @pamelaescobar3932 4 місяці тому

    It is always such a pleasure watching you and Arlo ❤. He is such a handsome 😍 boy!

  • @mariannekaminski5795
    @mariannekaminski5795 4 місяці тому +3

    😊you’re a good people trainer (and horse trainer). Thank you for the lesson

  • @DyanEsoap
    @DyanEsoap 4 місяці тому +1

    Arlo is gorgeous!

  • @MichelleSuggs-ls1ki
    @MichelleSuggs-ls1ki 4 місяці тому

    Winter Sunshine feels soooo good. You two make it look so easy. Enjoy this beautiful day!😎

  • @barbarataylor2026
    @barbarataylor2026 4 місяці тому +2

    Arlo is such a beautiful horse 🐎

  • @ZoeyandMaverickEQ
    @ZoeyandMaverickEQ 4 місяці тому +6

    I absolutely love this video!❤❤

  • @slnockles
    @slnockles 4 місяці тому

    I know a lot of people needed that advice on how to canter and tips. It is faster specially on a forward horse. So doing it on a lunge line could help so that you can get your horse to a halt. Also with canter try to do it on a slower horse, then just go faster, faster until you can go on a forward horse. But obviously its not that simple and you need to practise more. So keep trying you will get it and the more you fail the more you learn. So if you fall off get back on :) ❤❤❤❤

  • @GiddyupArtist
    @GiddyupArtist 4 місяці тому +3

    What a good boy! Loved the Video 🐎