Versatility Ranch Horse Events With Cody Crow

Versatility Ranch Horse Events With Cody Crow

4 Seasons

These videos featuring Cody Crow on Ride TV delve into the world of Versatility Ranch Horse (VRH) events, showcasing his expertise and insights into this multifaceted competition. Cody Crow, known for his proficiency in ranching and horsemanship, guides viewers through various aspects of VRH events, which emphasize the versatility and skills of ranch horses in simulated ranch tasks. These videos provide detailed demonstrations and explanations of the disciplines involved, such as ranch riding, trail, cutting, reining, and cow work. Crow's instructional approach aims to educate and inspire both competitors and enthusiasts alike, offering valuable tips and techniques to enhance performance and understanding of VRH competitions.

Versatility Ranch Horse Events With Cody Crow
  • Versatility Ranch Horse Events

    Episode 1

    Do you know what events take places during a versatility ranch horse competition? Cody Crow goes over the different events you'll be expected to compete in when you attend a versatility ranch horse show.

  • What to Look For in a Versatility Ranch Horse Prospect

    Episode 2

    Here's what Cody Crow looks for in a versatility ranch horse prospect.

  • Showing to Your Horse's Strengths

    Episode 3

    Sometimes it's easy to watch another rider compete and try to out score them by pushing your horse past his limits, but that doesn't always work out best for horse or rider. Cody Crow discusses the importance of showing to your horse's strengths so you can have the best ride you can.

  • Versatility Ranch Horse Tack and Gear

    Episode 4

    Cody Crow breaks down the different tack and gear he uses in the versatility ranch horse, and why he likes to use it for multiple events.

  • Fundamentals You Need For Cow Work

    Episode 5

    There are certain things your horse must be able to do before you decide to work a live cow. Cody Crow goes over the basic fundamentals you need to do before you start doing any kind of versatility ranch horse cow work.

  • Move Your Horse's Body Around

    Episode 6

    Before you start teaching your horse ranch versatility maneuvers, you need to make sure you can move all of his body parts around independently and have control over where he places his feet.

  • Teaching a Horse to Stop

    Episode 7

    Cody Crow explains the fundamentals of teaching a horse to stop. He demonstrates correct technique at the walk and trot and offers some troubleshooting for common problems that can come up.

  • Troubleshooting the Stop

    Episode 8

    Cody Crow uses a nonpro rider and her horse to help breakdown some common problems with the stop and how to fix them.

  • The Difference Between a Forehand Turn and Spin

    Episode 9

    Forehand turns and spins are used for difference reasons and require your horse to move different body parts. Cody Crow breaks down the differences between to two maneuvers and how to cue your horse to do each turn.

  • Starting a Horse in a Turn

    Episode 10

    Cody Crow works with a green 2yearold cow horse and goes over the steps he takes to introduce his young horse to turning around.

  • Schooling a Ranch Riding Turnaround

    Episode 11

    A turnaround in ranch riding or ranch trail is going to be different from a reining spin. Cody Crow shows you the difference between a 0 turnaround and a +1 turnaround. Then talks about the different ways you can school your turnaround at home to improve your score in the show pen.

  • Troubleshooting the Turnaround

    Episode 12

    Cody Crow uses a nonpro rider and her horse to demonstrate some of the drills he likes to use to clean up the horse's turnarounds.

  • Lead Departures on a Green Horse

    Episode 13

    Learn how to help your green horse take the correct leads from a walk with this drill from Cody Crow.

  • Working on Self Carriage

    Episode 14

    Cody Crow works with a nonpro rider to help them figure out self carriage with their horse.

  • Novice Horse Stopping Drills

    Episode 15

    Cody Crow shows you a few stopping drills you can use with your horse to strengthen his ability to stop.

  • Drills to Teach Flying Lead Changes

    Episode 16

    Once your horse has body control and collection, it's time to start working toward flying lead changes. Cody Crow shows you an exercise you can use to help prepare your horse for flying lead changes.

  • Troubleshooting Lead Departures

    Episode 17

    Does your horse struggle with taking the correct lead? Cody Crow shows you how to troubleshoot your lead departure issues.

  • Extension in the Ranch Riding

    Episode 18

    Cody Crow goes over the different extended gaits you might see in ranch riding and ranch versatility events and what a credit-earning gait looks like.