True Horsemanship Seminars

True Horsemanship Seminars Eddie Rodríguez, a horseman with over 40 years of experience, listens to and understands horses while teaching others to do the same.

Through his training programs and clinics, he helps riders build a deep, lasting bond with their horses.

Merry Christmas from True Horsemanship Seminars! May you enjoy this special time with your families!
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from True Horsemanship Seminars! May you enjoy this special time with your families!

12/23/2025

This is the last video for Phase -1 lunging for respect. Probably the most important part of lunging to get your horses attention.

12/17/2025

I'm very proud of Camila's make over! When mounted Camila's only thought was to go and go fast. She had no brakes and the more you attempted to slow her down the more nervous she became.
She is more relaxed now and understands that she can actually move in a slower gait. Love what she is doing!

Keep working guys! Nothing is more important than your horse's respect😉
12/14/2025

Keep working guys! Nothing is more important than your horse's respect😉

12/14/2025

Phase 1- part 3 of the “lunging for respect” series. I hope you enjoy it!!
Any questions? Comment below 👇 or contact Eddie Rodriguez

12/08/2025

🤠Phase 1 – Part 2: Lunging from Distance

Teaching the horse to work from a safe, respectful distance before lunging.

👉🏼Key Points
• Practice on both sides (only one shown).
• Horse must yield hindquarters to stop correctly.
• Start by asking the horse to move its front end away to create space.
• Many accidents happen when horses come in too close while lunging.
• Acting up (kicking out, resistance) is normal—it’s just the horse not wanting to work.
• Always use the Ask – Tell – Make approach.
• Goal💫: a horse that steps away, keeps its distance, and stays focused.

12/03/2025

🐴 Lunging for Respect | Phase 1 (Part1)

Today we’re introducing our first video of our "Lunging for Respect" series.

We start with the foundation:
✔️ getting the horse comfortable with our tools
✔️ teaching them to yield their hindquarters
✔️ building softness, focus, and respect

The stick or whip is never meant to create fear—it’s simply an extension of our body to help us communicate clearly and stay safe. By asking the horse to yield the hindquarters and cross their legs, we create a moment where the horse must face us and reconnect mentally. This is the key to stopping forward motion and establishing control without force.

If the horse responds with low energy or lack of effort, we simply ask again with purpose. We don’t want them scared—just attentive, respectful, and willing.

Groundwork is not about running circles.
It’s about communication, safety, and true partnership.

Stay tuned for the next video of the Lunging for Respect Series.
— Eddie Rodriguez | True Horsemanship Seminars


❄️ Winter is officially here, and the big question always comes up:To blanket… or not to blanket?Here’s my personal appr...
12/02/2025

❄️ Winter is officially here, and the big question always comes up:
To blanket… or not to blanket?

Here’s my personal approach after many winters with horses ⬇️

I don’t blanket my horses unless there’s a special reason. Mother Nature gives them exactly what they need: a thicker coat that protects them. What is important to me is that they always have shelter to get into if the weather turns wet, windy, or icy.

Living in Texas, our weather changes so fast.
Blanket in the morning → warm by afternoon → sweating → cold again at night = a horse that’s actually colder because of trapped moisture.
If you’re home and able to remove the blanket as needed, then it can work. But for most people, the constant changes make it tricky.

When I used to show horses in winter, I would clip them — and in that case I always blanketed, because their thin coat needed help.

For my horses now, I keep it simple: plenty of forage, fresh water, shelter, and letting nature do its job.
This has worked beautifully for me over the years.

Hope this helps someone making the same decision today ❄️🤎
Feel free to share what YOU do — we can all learn from each other.

This year, more than ever, I’m grateful for our horses and the quiet strength they bring into our lives.With the EHV-1 s...
11/26/2025

This year, more than ever, I’m grateful for our horses and the quiet strength they bring into our lives.
With the EHV-1 situation affecting so many barns and plans, my heart is with every owner, rider, and trainer doing their best to keep their horses safe.
May today be a reminder of patience, hope, and the simple moments that connect us with the ones we love.
Wishing everyone a warm, peaceful Thanksgiving. 🧡🐴

🐴 Finch’s Evolution with Eddie 🌟Training doesn’t always look pretty — it’s about evolution, consistency, and effort. Eve...
11/10/2025

🐴 Finch’s Evolution with Eddie 🌟
Training doesn’t always look pretty — it’s about evolution, consistency, and effort. Every step counts.

Finch has been working on finding softness and balance, learning not to rely on the rider to carry him. His owner requested to train him for neck reining, and Eddie has been helping him understand the cue with patience and clarity.

It’s amazing to see how much Finch has grown — one day at a time, one try at a time. 💪✨

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