The trainers at the Briggs clinic spent time learning how working the pole bending pattern and related drills can be used to help their barrel horses with collection, rate, focus and muscle building. Here, they work their horses in a laid-back session to apply what they've learned as Jordon Briggs looks on and gives helpful tips for each horse and rider combination.
Up Next in Part 2
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Tuning: Behind-The-Barrel Drill
Is your horse "sticky" on the backside of the barrel? Help quicken your horse's feet up behind the barrel with Jordon Briggs’ behind-the-barrel drill.
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Working Session: Jordon Works Bay Horse
Have you ever dreamed of having a World Champion tune on your young horse? Jordon Briggs straightens out this colt during the trainer's clinic in this laid-back working session to address his footwork, speed and control going into his first barrel. She emphasizes body control, a 'square,' shape a...
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Tuning: Transitioning Turning Styles
Just because a barrel turn looks pretty at a slow pace doesn't necessarily mean it's the easiest on your horse or practical in high-speed setups. Jordon Briggs works with a rider at the trainer's clinic to change up the shape of her young horse's turn through proper positioning and foot placement...