Training Tips: Neck Reining and Pivoting, part 1, eXtension

This video discusses how to teach a young horse to neck rein and pivot. It is part of the Fundamental Training of a Horse video series. Was this video helpful? Take our quick survey: bit.ly/12mod2c.
In this set of videos, basic ground work, longing and handling methods are demonstrated, as well as numerous suppling and basic training maneuvers are shown to develop quiet, broke horses.
Presenters: Gary Stauffer and Monte Stauffer, UNL Extension Educators
This presentation was given at the 2007 Equestrian Academy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. For more horse information, visit www.extension.o...!

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[@winsomecash4347]

I just came home from a morning session with my 4 yr old gelding. He trail rides fine, but needs to learn disciplines in the arena. I found his teachings valuble for my next session, hopefully tonight!!!

[@AlliWalker]

Agreed, I'd love to watch this guy train up close.

[@stjepoz]

This guy is fantasitc! great set of videos.....he really has a gift for explaining things nice and simple.

[@ExtensionHorsesIG]

@barrelhorserider7- You might find a couple of our newest video uploads helpful. Check out the videos titled "Enhancing Your Horse's Trail Performance" - there is one video on jogging in and out of obstacles and another on measuring the horse's stride length between poles. Generally a trail class will have about eight obstacles ranging from maneuvering a gate, trotting over poles, or backing through an obstacle. Check to see if your 4-H program has guidelines for the trail class.

[@merseylassy]

I LOVE THIS GUYS VIDS, HE EXPLAINS ALL SO WELL :)

[@BroncGirl5]

i never heard of you before but i love how you talk for the horse cause it gives the video character but i am gonna use these training tips you poosted so thanks for the tips

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[@NaoKatmi]

Hi, great video, thanks so much. can you tell me the best bit to teach my horse to neck rein in. I'm using a french link snaffle. when should i switch over to a curb? Will a curb help my horse 'get' neck reining better? She seems to be picking it up well, but i'm not sure about bits for neck reining. Thanks in advance, NaoKatmi.

[@hollyalegria5300]

Thank you for assistance in my 3yr old stallion. It was so nice to understand why the fight was there. I knew it was me just didn't know how to reach him.

[@AeronRiding]

Very good video... clearly explained and lots of good info....

[@Janett0]

Answers to questions I have had for years.

[@markdennis1782]

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[@AeronRiding]

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[@babyfawnangel]

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[@jasmien1008]

do you use leg pressure with one leg?

[@Barrelracer4life8]

My horse is 3 he is very smart standardbred gelding and only lets me ride him lol others get on him n he FEEZES or bucks. so y question is what bit should i use. a snaffle? ive been using a Stiff straigh bit i used my Barrel racin bit on him n he didnt think anythin of it except CHEW ON IT so i put one in his mouth with no movin parts. ive been tols a Snaffle is best for Reining hes stops on a dime so i ask another professional good bit to use on him? i have videos of him riding

[@LethalPitBull]

"Ask, pull him around, let em go." I swear I'm going to hear that in my dreams lol. Very helpful though, definitely going to help in teaching my Arab to neck rein.

[@mmbhorses]

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[@hilikayne]

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[@1136levi]

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[@24Eclipse68]

Also while training your horse to neck rein you could just cross your reins ^.^

[@score7467]

I like his method of explanation but he really isn't going into leg cues to help direct the horse in the direction you want maybe in the next video?

[@animelover462]

He sounds so funny the way he explains

[@Gabey_inc]

I like how your'e thinking like a horse, your'e a funny guy.