Horsemanship Skills

Kyla Jeffries unexpectedly entered the AQHA youth world with a horse she had never ridden before. She quickly went to work on building trust and communication with her new partner, with just a month until show day.

The horsemanship class is a dynamic and technical class that in the end, comes down to who has the highest score on the judge's scorecard. You start with an even 70 — and it’s up to you to increase that number.

Equine soccer (or horse soccer or hoof ball) is an entertaining and potentially skills-building sport. Are you playing it with your horse? Please let us know!

Gain the confidence that comes from knowing your horse will stop in response to your voice and weight alone. Clinician Sandy Collier explains how.

Level up your trail ride with FIVE exercises that teach your horse to neck rein.

Learn to ride with impulsion and confidence as you encourage your horse to drive from behind at the lope.