Archives: Learning Modules

The goal of the mounting block exercise is to prepare the horse for saddling by getting them comfortable with a person above and leaning over…

Once your horse is comfortable standing quietly beside you at the mounting block (or bucket), it’s time to get them comfortable with sensations like sound…

This exercise used to be part of fixing a horse that was too bendy or stiff while doing the Focus & Bend, but I think…

The goal of the mounting block exercise is to prepare the horse for saddling by getting them comfortable with a person above and leaning over…

Now that you have successfully moved through the first 4 Basic Groundwork Exercises, you have taught your horse a lot of things they will need…

You will start with this exercise if your horse has more drive than draw. (If your horse has more draw than drive, begin with Focus…

Now that your horse can stand still, stay aware of you, remain connected, and stay relaxed, you’re ready to begin training. This marks the true…

Matching steps is a connection practice, not a control technique. It means: Wherever you go, I’ll go too. It is for horses who cannot connect…

I have found that horses that put their mouths on us are doing so because they are seeking engagement, not because they are being naughty.…

Differentiating between those who are a little in your space or want to engage a little too much, and Pushy Horses.The horse that we are…

Sometimes a horse can become so anxious or disconnected that they tip into a state where they are unaware of their surroundings — or even…

When Your Horse is Shut Down and Unaware This type of horse may be standing still, but they lack awareness. Their ears are fixed and…

Recognizing and Responding to Stress Indicators Stress indicators are subtle signs that your horse is becoming overwhelmed by your presence or the situation. One of…

Sometimes you’ll encounter a horse that is standing still, but almost in a freeze state.  Their head will be high with their ears pricked, concerned…

If you are already familiar with Warwick’s content, you will notice that the order of things has changed.  This is a good thing because it…