Leslie Desmond (With Will Wyckoff & Friends) Videos

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The following three videos show a calm approach to riding and working with horses. With the comfort and safety of the horse and rider in mind, they offer some helpful tools for horsemanship in a clear and friendly "how to" format.  The three-tape set fills a genuine niche in the instruction of youngsters. They convey vital information rarely seen elsewhere. The videos are chock-full of information that a clinic with Buck Brannaman or Ray Hunt might provide. The difference is, not only are the children doing the demonstrating, they do most of the explaining.

 Horsemanship Videos for Children – Volume I: Safety Basics & Groundwork; Using the Roundpen; Trailer Loading

This video shows how to avoid common mistakes that can lead to accidents. Many accidents result from a lack of understanding of the horse. This video demonstrates safe horse-handling methods that will help children feel confident as they learn the art of groundwork. It shows how to safely halter, lead and longe a horse, handle the hooves, and pass safely through gates. Roundpen work and trailer loading are also covered in this tape. (1 hour)

 Horsemanship Videos for Children – Volume 2:  Bridling & Saddling (English or Western? That's up to you!); How to get Good hands, and a Strong, Well-Balanced Seat

This video shows how to bridle and saddle your horse, step-by-step, without the horse tossing his head to avoid the bit. It also includes information you will need if you want to have nice light hands and a good strong seat for riding English or Western. (70 Minutes)

Horsemanship Videos for Children – Volume 3:  "Speak" to Your Horse (With Your Reins and Legs); Diagonals & Leads; Mounted Exercises to Keep Your Horse Responsive & Flexible

This video demonstrates the use of the reins and legs for stopping and turning a horse. It explains diagonals and leads, and suggests exercises to do with your horse at a standstill, at a walk, the trot, the canter and in the back-up. These exercises will help you keep your horses responsive and flexible. Just the way you want them! (40 minutes)

 

 

 

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