5 Exercises to Improve 5 Essential Showmanship Skills
When it comes to Showmanship, the discipline has come a long way from its humble 4-H beginnings–when it was used to teach youth how to present an animal in-hand–to the complex dance we see between horse and exhibitor today. In fact, what was once thought of as a basic class has become one of the most technical of the all-around disciplines, with five maneuvers utilized in almost every pattern: the set-up, the walk, the trot, the back, and the turn.
Yearling longe line events are a wonderful way to showcase the conformation and potential of a young prospect for under-saddle events. But what does it take to bring along a talented youngster that may have the physical ability of an Olympic athlete combined with the brain of a young squirrel?
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It’s one of the most anticipated Showmanship maneuvers to watch and the most stressful to per-form–the challenging pivot. The multi-tasking that is involved for exhibitors to execute this technical maneuver correctly can be overwhelming, and it’s equally as demanding for the horses that show in this class.
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It starts at the center. Reining patterns circle around a single center point in the arena, which must also be the center of your pattern. Each of the circles in the pattern must always come back to the center of the arena.
Continue reading …Celia And Hazel Heinbuch: Talented Horsewomen On The Rise
May 23, 2026 Comments Off on Celia And Hazel Heinbuch: Talented Horsewomen On The Rise
Horses are a way of life for 16-year-old Celia Heinbuch and 11-year-old Hazel Heinbuch, along with their brother, Hayden, age 13, growing up on the family’s hobby farm in Hammond, Wisconsin.
Continue reading …Conquering Counting and Cadence in Trail
May 22, 2026 Comments Off on Conquering Counting and Cadence in Trail
Winning Trail runs look fluid and effortless: the horse and rider seem in sync; obstacles are navigated with style and ease; and the quiet concentration of both horse and rider permeate the air.
Continue reading …Recent Breakthroughs In Equine Veterinary Research
May 21, 2026 Comments Off on Recent Breakthroughs In Equine Veterinary Research
Equine veterinary medical research is a dynamic field focused on advancing the health of horses, performance, and welfare of horses through scientific study, covering areas like regenerative medicine, advanced diagnostics, reproductive techniques, infectious diseases, and musculoskeletal issues.
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AQHA Professional Horseman and all-around trainer Jesse Jones has never been one to seek the spotlight. Quiet by nature, he has built his career on feel, patience, and a steady commitment to doing right by the horse. In recent years, that approach has brought him to the forefront of the industry, with success on some of the sport’s biggest stages. But those who know him best would say the wins are only part of the story—it’s the journey behind them, and the clients who believed in him long before he believed in himself, that truly define his rise.
Continue reading …Legal Update: USDA Delays Implementation Of Horse Protection Act Amendments
May 17, 2026 Comments Off on Legal Update: USDA Delays Implementation Of Horse Protection Act Amendments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) has announced a significant delay in the implementation of the 2024 amendments to the Horse Protection Act (HPA), providing temporary regulatory relief to horse owners, trainers, exhibitors, and show managers nationwide. Originally scheduled to take effect on February 1, 2026, key amendments have now been postponed until December 31, 2026.
Continue reading …Around The Rings With The G-Man: WCHA Supreme Championship Show 2026
May 17, 2026 Comments Off on Around The Rings With The G-Man: WCHA Supreme Championship Show 2026
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