Training
Groundwork Basics for a Safer Ride
By Sarah Collins
Equine Care Specialist
August 28, 20267 min read
Good riding starts on the ground. Teaching your horse to yield hindquarters, back softly, and respect personal space creates a safer partnership.
1.
Section 1
Use consistent cues, reward the smallest try, and keep sessions short. Ten focused minutes beats an hour of drilling.
2.
Section 2
These basics translate directly to better under-saddle communication.