Cueing A Horse For Reining Turns And Spins, part 2

[Kaughtt]

sorry for typos. >.< its my one fault as a typer

[Kaughtt]

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He will side pass right fairly well, but wont side pass left. Even though i apply leg pressure on his right side... he still side passes right. I dont know why, I didnt train him, and hes a ranch horse. I tihnk it may be because he is used to having to side pass right to approach a gate and allow the rider to open it.

Thank you so much for your videos and your help! Im so sorry for excruciatingly long comment. Again, thank you! I also have to ask, how did you get inolved with horses?

[Kaughtt]

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I do it no matter what horse im in or what saddle, Im not sure what it is. I believe it may be a balance issue, where im leaning to the left, but I dont know how to correct it. Im pretty much left on my own when I ride, and have to self asses and analyze my riding, but sometihng i just dont know how to fix. And I dont have the means to buy lessons for myself at this moment in time, so I was hoping that you could help. :D

I also have some issues when I try to get my horse to side pass.

[Kaughtt]

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My personal problems are that I dont use my leg very often, I was never with a horse who responded well to that, and I just kinda left it in the dirt. Im trying to improve, but with only two months a year to ride, and then 8 to forget, its kind of hard to improve. I was wondering if you have any tips on how to improve my leg usage, and keep it in my brain even during long amounts of time when I dont get to ride.

My second issue is that when I lope, my right foot gets out of the stirrup.

[Kaughtt]

Hi, your videos are amazing! Im in high school right now, and I only get to ride and work with horses during the summer, when i work on a family owned cattle ranch. My situation... is peculiar. An dive never really had lessons except when I first started out nine years ago. Ive noticed some issues with my riding, that im not very please with, but I dont know how to correct. Some issues I dont know if it is the horse or me, for the horses are trained to do verry little as far as moving goes.

[TheCountrygal123]

what do you do to get your horse staying on his butt?

[brow5204]

Now for my problem: When I am turning on the hidquarters, I notice that I turn my shoulders. I try very hard not to drop them, but I can't seem to help turning. my upper torso into the spin. Is this horrible? Am I getting in the way of my horses? Where exactly should my shoulders be facing?

[ltrocha]

@brow5204 First, let me congratulate you for at least being aware of your mistakes. Shows me you are serious about improving.

Yes, turning your shoulders in the direction of the spin will probably hinder how well your horse spins.

Ideally, your shoulders stay square with the horse and only your head turns in the direction of the spin.

I have several more videos about training for the spin, here on youtube.com.

I would recommend you watch them.

Larry T.

[brow5204]

Hi Larry,

I was trying to speed up the spins on my QH gelding and he has a few problems...and I have a few. I got him as a rescue, and retrained him. He was a very smooth easy reiner when I sold him...to someone who barrel raced him. Now I have him back and he has two major problems: He pushes on the bit badly and he is very easily excited. When I lope him I spend a lot of time loping, walking and rolling back to keep him calm. Any suggestions?

[shakeitshakeitbaby]

That is a beautifully trained horse! Very good video. I am riding a former reining horse and trying to figure out what cues she is used to so this is very helpful. Thanks !!

[1moyard]

Thanks for all the great info you provide on the videos and the emails that you send out.

I really like how you use horse that are in training unlike the others that use trained horses. Helps us that are teaching young horses by the mistakes that the ones you use makes and showing how to correct there mistakes.

[bresnendr]

Is a horses ability to cut cattle and work cows in their blood. or is it in the training. If so what are some affordable bloodlines that the cow horse runs through.

Thanks

Derek Bresnen

[kotek420]

Beautiful horse! 

[cowdog73]

Very helpful.

[Zc4LaFRANZ4EVA]

larry,how would you train a horse to neck rein?

[Teddie120]

how do you spin on the haunches?

[theCarolynhess]

WONDERFUL ,,THANK YOU LARRY FOR SHOWING THE BALANCE ..

[lynbillbow]

good video clip....

[funnybunny225ify]

These horses are pretty, I ride Saddlebreds and am not used to horses carrying thier heads that low though.. hahaha lol

[l41430]

Larry, I really look forward to your videos and information that you give me. It reminds me of what I forgot or should be doing. I have a reiner that gets excited and is now starting to anticipate the rundowns. In the middle he wants to bolt and take off .I,m afraid that one of these times he may not want to stop. Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated. Thank you again Larry.

[ltrocha]

@l41430, anticipating the reining pattern is a common problem. The only thing you can do is immediately correct him right there in the show arena. The instant he starts to charge, smoothly but forcefully pull him into the ground.

Larry T.

[UpAndBroke]

Great videos, Larry. I find them very informative and easy to follow. I just have to get some of that "muscle memory" out of my head and, if I could just get my horses to watch your videos......lol.

[jemwa1]

Larry, love your videos, very informative. One question, this horse crosses over up front correctly just not very deep. Is there an excercise to encourage a longer reach or stride up front when he is spinning? Or does that matter much?

[lmgreiner36]

Great refresher . I have been away from reining a short time and got colt in training now . Reminds me what I need to think about .... Thanks Larry

[SmokinPHorses]

As always, good stuff Larry, expect nothing less from ya. You've helped make a few good reiners here on our place.

[Brookeyp123]

Thanks Larry. I don't do a lot of cutting type riding but I do really enjoy a responsive horse who is very light. Some great tips to work on. Thanks for the video.

[sharenmccoll]

Thanks Larry, Your videos very helpful!

[cdub0886]

My horse turns correctly, I try trotting circles and putting her into the turn around, she just has no speed, I use spurs as well just can't get her to pick up the pace??

[ltrocha]

@cdub0886, cluck  and then pop her on the outside hip with a bat.

Larry T.

[reinchick53]

Love these quick videos that give you a refresher on things. The videos are essential, but these help remind us rookies of what we need to be doing!

[The1USRIDER]

Thank You - Good Stuff - I enjoy the Roll Back and Spin DVD I bought - I watch it often for reminders and advice - You are well mounted in these 2 part videos here - what a great horse, excellent horsemanship.

[ltrocha]

@The1USRIDER , you have a very cool user name. Glad you liked my DVD.

Larry T.

[ray76641]

LARRY Great videos. Thank you.

[hhegar01]

Excellent videos! Question: My horse seems kind of lazy and doesnt move off of the leg pressure so I end up having to pop him on the butt with my reins to get him moving but it doesnt really move his shoulder over. Instead it just moves him forward. Any suggestions?

[ltrocha]

@hhegar01, use spurs.

Larry T.

[NBLS365]

very clear and concise, great learning videos for a beginner. just bought a couple of your videos, great instruction. thanks.

[allthatrouble]

YES! YES! YES! The rollback and spin videos are a must-have for anyone who wants their horse to turn around like the horse on the video. These are exceptional videos that address everything, including what to do when different problems arise during the training process. A great investment for those who truly want a well trained horse.

[jwoodcrafter]

Very informative also, as was part #1. Please keep making them.

[Elenisils]

Even better, it's awesome that you put up both ways of accomplishing this. Thank you for the easy to understand help.

[cheyan777]

Hello Larry, You are my absolute Mentor. I am from Canada and a fan of the simple way that you explain your methods. I have purchased a few of your videos, and I apply your methods in my riding lessons. Thanks for being you and sharing!

[ltrocha]

@cheyan777 it's my pleasure.

And thank you for getting my DVDs.

I appreciate it.

Larry T.

[hotdoobie]

Hi Larry, 2 A+ videos. You are a great horse trainer to give your skills of how to train horses with FREE videos and News Letters. on line. Most of us are not as willing to give with out getting something in return. Great lession there. I have to laugh at myself . I think I am becoming a groopy. Pam

[ltrocha]

@hotdoobie, groupies are welcome =o)

[lz5s3x]

Informative, clear and concise, an excellent learning tool. What a great job you do on your videos. I'd recommend them to anyone.

[ltrocha]

@lz5s3x hey thanks. I appreciate the compliment.

Larry T.

[S00520695]

Great Video...Beautiful Horse! Thanks!

[SuperGarbe]

Clear and understandable as always. Love the hock set on the horse Larry. How is he bred?

[52horses]

I like look to the right, pressure from left leg, neck rein pressure from left and "open right leg or door for horse to go through". Great vids as always.

[buddysbaseball]

Great job as always! Thanks.

[msexcutter]

The way you present your training methods make it so easy to understand. You show the right way & what happens when you do it the wrong way. It makes so much sense. Where were your videos 30yrs ago.

[ltrocha]

@msexcutter, thanks but 30 years ago, my teaching ability was definately lacking.

All my focus was just on training and winning at the shows.

Larry T.

[KellyNMav]

Thanks again Larry.  I am still in a snaffle, but hopefully will be at the next step soon!

[ltrocha]

@KellyNMav, when it's time to transition to a curb bit, give that billy allen mouthpiece a try. It works well for me.

Larry T.

[russh43]

Thanks for the review on the spin. Also thank you for all your other informative videos. They sure help.

RussH

[ltrocha]

@russh43 I'm happy to do it, Russ.

Hopefully those videos will help some folks.

Larry T.

[madeingermany375]

you are awesome!

[svsuzie1]

nice, you make it look so easy. i've used your rein release on my horse and what a difference. thank you for all you informative videos and newsletters. :)

[ltrocha]

@svsuzie1, like anything else, it is easy once you know how. Nice to hear you had good results with the rein and release.

Larry T.

[svsuzie1]

nice, you make it look so easy. i've used your rein release on my horse and what a difference. thank you for all you informative videos and newsletters. :)