www.HorseTrainingVideos.com In this two-part video, reining and cutting horse trainer, Larry Trocha shows what cues the rider needs to use to ask a horse for correct turns and spins. Special attention is given to how the rider should use his hands, legs and seat to get a good response from the horse. The video is ideal for horse owners wanting to know the fundamentals of riding and training a reining horse. Larry Trocha is a professional reining horse and cutting horse trainer located in northern California. You can get his DVD, “Teach Your Horse to Rollback and Spin” here: www.horsetrainingvideos.com
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Great job at breaking down the cues. Now to go work on my muscle memory…
@reinchick53, muscle memory is so important. Its the thing that holds back so many riders. I’m glad you are on top of it.
Good luck.
Larry T.
wonderful video! I have do have a question: If I have a colt that is started on spins and he starts to spin on the wrong foot like say I am going to the right and he is using his left foot as his pivot foot, how could I correct that? Or are judges really that interested in a pivot foot to notice?
Thanks once again Larry. Can these maneuvers be done on a green colt with a hackamore bosal or do you recommend using a snaffle? I appreciate your HELP///
Gabriel O.
Great video Larry! I do have a question. What advice do you have on getting a horse to supple up? I have a gelding that has a hard mouth and doesn’t like to give to the bit. Any tips or pointers you have on getting him to supple up would be great! Thanks again!
@shaina1983, use a bit that your horse will respect.
If he’s in a snaffle, use a thin, twisted-wire with a german martingale.
If he’s in a curb, use a correction bit with a headsetter.
Larry T.
@nicciahart, I have a bunch of videos on youtube that answer your question. I suggest you watch them.
Larry T.
@xlxOrtizxlx, I have a bunch of videos on youtube that answer your question. I suggest you watch them.
Larry T.
Larry, I have watched your “Teach your Horse to Roll back and spin: at least 10 times. Your pull and release on the reins is like a little secret most trainers don’t share. Thanks for sharing. I can get all my horses to step around and spin now!
Thank You for your informational videosand dvd’s! your methods really work, for older horses as well as younger, and help improve control for my horses who compete in events other than reining! (even for jumping!) very easy to understand and follow!
Wow, this is a great video! You’re an inspiration!
I have been working with my green horse on bending laterally and vertically, and now it’s time for the shoulder. I am currently using a D-ring 3piece snaffle (copper roller in the center) with split leather reins. Would you recommend using this (with a curb strap?) or chance over to an loose o-ring snaffle like you are using in this video? Again, thank you so much – I learn from all of your videos!
hi larry, i have several of your training videos and all are very good and instructional . I would highly rec the video, teach your horse to roll back and spin to all riders. I rated this clip a 10. keep them coming larry. your the best
@ksd1626, thanks. I appreciate that.
Larry T.
@hbalowaa, yes I would recommend putting a hobble strap on your snaffle.
As far as changing bits, use the bit you are getting good results with.
Larry T.
@bluehorsepro glad its working for you.
Larry T.
Amazing video!! Love all your videos and am currently trying out all of the tips on my horses
Great video! Even my fat little pony will spin using these techniques!
I am a hunter jumper rider/horse trainer and I want to begin doing western riding to add versitility to my riding. It’s really difficult getting a western trainer in my area, so how do you suggest I get started? By the way your technique in training is fantastic! Im using some of it for my english ridden horses.
Larry, just like bluehorsepro, I have watched this video over and over again. I watch it before I go and ride the horse I am working with… by the way with your news letters and video tips I have learned what workers for her(the horse) and myself. Being professional trained hunter/jumper it’s taking time to re-adjust myself. I love all of your stuff the muscle memory was a shock… I just kept saying to myself ‘that’s me! that’s me!’ we are coming along fantastic. thanks for your helpful tips!
@KPage30463, good to hear from you.
Yes, my newsletter on mucsle memory does shock a lot of riders when they realize they suffer from the same symptoms.
Sounds like you are really getting a handle on it though.
Good luck to you.
Larry T.
larry, i have been working with my horse to give to the bit and move off of rein pressure. she does this pretty well.but she doesn’t have enough impulsion. she is a little on the lazy side.also in other areas of her training.any advise would be great!
Like LuvTheHorse1,, I am a jumper wanting to learn western, reining etc. I know of one trainer that would work for something beside riding western pleasure, but he is almost an hour away. I have a horse I would like to start, but I am worried that I will use “to much” of my english habits(tighter rein, forward seat) to begin riding him. I tend to get caught up in what I am doing(english habits) and lose the thought process of what I should be doing(sitting deeper etc.). Any suggestions?
Like LuvTheHorse1,, I am a jumper wanting to learn western, reining etc. I know of one trainer that would work for something beside riding western pleasure, but he is almost an hour away. I have a horse I would like to start, but I am worried that I will use “to much” of my english habits(tighter rein, forward seat) to begin riding him. I tend to get caught up in what I am doing(english habits) and lose the thought process of what I should be doing(sitting deeper etc.). Any suggestions?
@DrifterZoie, yes I do have a suggestion… toughen up, get on and start doing it. If you are motivated enough to learn, you will. If not, you won’t.
Larry T.
eXhorses videos teach you to move your horse off the rein without any legs aids. There is no need to “BUMP” his side with spur. Just using Direct rein, indirect rein. Is there a reason you use force to move off the rein?