Jacqueline ElyFeb 27, 20222 min readGroundwork basics: Moving away on commandA basic groundwork exercise is asking your horse to move away on command. It is important that the horse moves away promptly and...
Jacqueline ElyFeb 2, 20222 min readDisengaging the haunches, groundwork basicsThis video highlights another groundwork exercise I use when working with all horses, especially those just starting their journey....
Jacqueline ElyJan 30, 20222 min readGroundwork Basics: Backing upThis video shows a young horse just starting her journey and learning how to back up from the ground. When working with a young horse I...
Jacqueline ElyJan 26, 20222 min readDesensitization“Desensitize” your horse….what does this really mean and what is the best way to go about it? Before I work on this I make sure my horse...
Jacqueline ElyNov 30, 20211 min readStarting your journey togetherMy first training session with any horse begins in the round pen or with groundwork on the line. This is a fundamental session to...