Training to Win
Winning in barrel racing takes skill, practice, and a deep understanding of your horse's capabilities and limitations. Learn what it takes to make it to the top with training breakdowns from Hailey Kinsel, Jordon Briggs, Danyelle Campbell and more.
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Andre Coelho on Down Time
Family time and opportunities to learn even in the down time with Andre Coelho.
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Using Draw Reins for Collection in the Turn
Andre Coelho demonstrates how he works occasionally using draw reins in order to promote collection through the turns.
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Every Day is a Chance to Learn
Hauling and acclimating horses to new climates, the importance of the draw and how every day is an opportunity to learn and improve.
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The Importance of a Solid Foundation
Putting together all the right building blocks to create a successful barrel horse at Smoke Creek Quarter Horses.
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Good Ground
Drawing top of the ground versus the bottom and how to adjust your expectations.
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A Well-Rounded Training Approach
Bill Kennedy and Andre Coehlo talk about how variety in the training program at Smoke Creek Quarter Horses helps produce well-rounded barrel horses.
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Barrel Racing Bloodlines
Smoke Creek Quarter Horses' Bill Kennedy and Andre Coelho talk about magic crosses and mare power.
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Respecting Each Horse's Style
Andre Coelho discusses the importance of respecting each horse's individual style and how horsemen and horsewomen can never quit learning.
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Resolving a Lack of Rate
Andre Coelho demonstrates an exercise that helps reinforce rate and turn for a horse that starts blowing by the barrels.
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Common Problems
A few common problems Andre Coelho observes and what barrel racers can do to avoid them.
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Softening the Ribcage with Andre Coelho
Andre Coelho uses a drill to soften the horse's ribcage in dry work that carries over to achieve a quicker turn and greater responsiveness on the pattern.
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Barrel Racing Body Position with Andre Coelho
Andre Coelho explains how developing correct body position as a rider will help your barrel horse turn and accelerate.
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Adding Speed with Andre Coelho
Andre Coelho explains his methods for hauling young horses and adding speed.
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Pattern Work with Andre Coelho
Using a 4-year-old to demonstrate, Andre Coelho explains correct position on the barrel pattern.
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Green 2-year-Olds With Andre Coelho
The three-barrel drill on a greener 2-year-old demonstrated by Andre Coelho.
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Andre Coelho's 3-Barrel Drill for Colts
Andre Coelho demonstrates a three-barrel drill he uses to train 2-year-olds to place their feet, soften and shape through the turn.
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Andre Coelho's 2-Year-Old Warm-Up
Andre Coehlo demonstrates his 2-year-old warm-up routine and how he instills softness and confidence in his colts.
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About Futurity Trainer Andre Coelho
Professional barrel horse trainer Andre Coelho talks about his path to becoming a trainer and moving to the United States to pursue his goals.
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Feed & Nutrition with Andre Coelho
Feed and nutrition for futurity horses with Andre Coelho, head trainer at Smoke Creek Quarter Horses.
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Equine Digestive Aids
Cheyenne Wimberley shares the two ulcer prevention and treatment products that have yielded the best results for her barrel horses by helping them cope with the stress of hauling and competing.
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The Benefits of Tracking Cattle
When Cheyenne Wimberley tracks her lead steers, she works on various elements of her training program including rein position, body control and stopping.
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The Discipline Factor
Cheyenne Wimberley takes a measured approach to applying discipline off the pattern in order for that level of respect to translate fully to the pattern.
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The Perfect Circle, Loose Rein Exercise
Cheyenne Wimberley demonsrates the perfect circle, loose rein drill she uses to work with the challenging yet extremely talented gelding Royal Blue Fame, "Chewy."
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Working Cattle
How Cheyenne Wimberley uses her lead steers to assist the training process for shape, rate, hand position and much more--and how you can do the same even if you don't have steers.