12/30/2025
Your trainer’s famous words: “One more time.”
Why one more time? Because repetition is essential in horse training.
Tonight, Josh and Sam had a productive groundwork lesson with Liz, focusing on lateral work, first on the ground, then under saddle. Beginning on the ground and using the wall as a guide, Sam practiced moving laterally to the left and right. He picked it up quickly through repetition on the ground, but once the exercise transitioned under saddle, some confusion surfaced.
So what did we do? They tried working through it, but Liz hopped on, felt where Sam was struggling, and broke the exercise down step by step. She ensured everyone was on the same page—releasing pressure at the right moments, rewarding correct efforts, offering reassurance, and most importantly, using deep exhales to encourage relaxation and release tension. Josh got back on and worked on it some more and got some great steps in.
While moments like these can feel challenging, the reward on the other side is always worth it. Horsemanship is the foundation of everything we teach, and patience, clarity, and consistency are what lead to lasting progress!
Great job Josh and Sam!