Ranch Conformation
Here’s how to up your game in the ranch confirmation… Part 1:
There are a few different ways or styles of showing the ranch confirmation
The first style I would like to address is with a leather halter and a chain under the chin
Remember, this is still a class!
Your presentation is extremely important.
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Head gear.
Let’s talk about what Ranch horses are ‘wearing’
Horses under 5 years old have the option to go bitless.
Even though this is a bitless option, I still teach my horses in a snaffle bit before introducing them to this set up.
Once your horse has a basic understanding of steering and ‘whoa’, the hackamore is ready to be introduced in their training.
I sure do love the look of the hackamore!!
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The Lope Departure
ITS SO IMPORTANT
In Ranch Riding, you may be asked to perform a lope departure from any of the gaits, or a side pass or a spin.
Make sure that your horse is moving forward off of your leg and pressing forward into and through the bridle.
You want to present a very smooth and educated transition.
As I’ve said before- transition, transition, TRANSITION
The more you practice them, the easier they’ll become.
Then you’ll be prepared for anything that is asked while you’re competing.
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Let’s talk about Client Communication…
It’s definitely a touchy topic right?!
But, it is essential in a good working relationship.
Without my clients, I don’t have horses to show.
So, I need them to be successful!!
I want my clients to come to me with concerns, questions, etc.
I want them to value our relationship and feel confident.
Again, without them, none of it would be possible!
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TRANSITIONS. TRANSITIONS. TRANSITIONS.
Remember- the judges only see short increments of what you have prepared for them. Especially depending on the size of the arena.
Make sure you are preparing and practicing a lot of transitions at home.
It will make it easier to show the judges your changes in stride length or change of gait, if you practice in short increments.
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Check out our latest interview with Better Horses!
Full interview: https://youtu.be/C5I2qBNNdes?si=A7PSlfhs5fgTeLnP
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This one’s for YOU 🫵🏼
You’ve got this. And I’ve got your back!
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It’s training tip Tuesday!!
Here is how to achieve a credit earning spin in the ranch riding.
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STARTING the final day of the Spring Breakout AQHA Show on 🔥🔥🔥🔥
RESERVE CHAMPION NSBA 4&5 yr old Ranch Riding Derby aboard CHIC FREEZE 🐥🥶
with a 231 owned by Kim Vanderwende
JUST LOVE this horse he tries so hard for me EVERY TIME … ended up Top 3 in the Junior Ranch Trail as well this morning!!
CONGRATS to all the exhibitors so many nice rides!!
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Let’s talk about THE BRIDGE
take your time.
stay in the middle.
let your horse look at it, a good expression helps towards a credit earning score!
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We have the best barn dog at Kristy’s quarter horses!
Tripp has been by my side for many years, and is always monitoring my rides 😉
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The Ground Tie
start slow and use ‘whoa’
practice, practice, practice
if they move a foot, that will be a one point penalty!
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How to achieve a credit earning drag log 👇🏼
be confident (practice, practice, practice!)
horse MUST be patient
effectively measure one horse length behind you.
horse should pull in a smooth, cadenced manner with a bright expression
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We’ve talked about it before…
pick out spots in the arena BEFORE you show.
these will end up being great MARKERS to keep you on the path you planned out.
This is a great example of me working with amateur, Laura Rapa, to plan out her ride in the Ranch Trail .
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First show ✅
…and we are already excited for the next one!! it’s feeling like it’s going to be an amazing amazing show season 🦄
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You might not know it, but…Your horse has so much potential! And so do you.put in the saddle time. ask questions. don’t be discouraged by a bad ride. there are so many good rides to be had!go find them. #horsetrainer #horsetraining #trainingtips #ranchhorse #ranchriding #aqha #aqhaproud #horses #horseshow #equestrian #cowgirl
Let’s get this week started!! What are you working towards this week? #horsetrainer #horsetraining #trainingtips #ranchhorse #ranchriding #aqha #aqhaproud #horses #horseshow #equestrian
How to PLAN a smooth Ranch Riding pattern 👇🏼I recommend looking at the arena ahead of time and planning out specific markers as to where you will complete each transitionHave a plan in place and stick to it. That will help you have a smooth, well thought out, pattern. #ranchriding #ranchhorse #aqha #horsetrainer #horsetraining #trainingtips #horses #western #horseriding #champion
I’d like to thank everyone for coming out to our first clinic of the year at the Dream Park. It was a beautiful day and we had a great turnout! 15 riders and many auditors (around 30!)
There were so many improvements made throughout the day!
People asked if I was having another one later in the year I want to confirm we will in Oct/ Nov look for final dates advertised this summer!
Our next clinic will be May 18 at Falls Creek Farm in CT.
I’d like to thank Nikki
( Nicole Gonzalez) for aiding in some great demonstrations for the group and creating the FB event page, organizing the check in process and designing the clinic packets.
And a special thanks to Laura Rapa for letting us use Steady Mercedes “ Gus” as a demo horse .. we had so many lovely comments on him.
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