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Strong Leg, Safe Seat

A picture perfect position with a solid foundation is required to be in the ribbons in western horsemanship classes. Subtle improvements that create a balanced seat might make the difference in your performance. | MORE

Nationals Level Western Horsemanship

Get ready for national-level horsemanship competition with these pattern tips from Buck Grass. From Horse & Rider magazine. | MORE

Feel-Based Western Horsemanship

Master your western horsemanship pattern with these tips from top trainer Al Dunning. From Horse & Rider magazine. | MORE

Pole-Crossing Exercises to Help You Win Your Trail and Western Classes

To win in trail and Western riding classes, your horse must be able to cleanly cross poles. Here are three exercises from world champion Quarter Horse trainer Kenny Scott. | MORE

Count on the Counter-Canter

Many top reiners use this exercise religiously in their training programs. Here's how to accomplish it. | MORE

Memorize Those Horsemanship Patterns!

Use these step-by-step techniques to help memorize your horsemanship patterns. | MORE

Pole Power: Teach Your Horse to Focus on the Pole

Avoid costly pole hits by teaching your horse to notice the ground. | MORE

Build a Pole-Holder for Your Practice Trail Course

Need a lift? Placing poles at different heights is a must for today's complicated trail courses. Here's how to make a notched trail class block. | MORE