Do you ever stand on the tips of your toes, reaching up as far as you can, desperate to slip a bridle over your horse’s head? Even the most accomplished riders sometimes struggle with the seemingly simple task of bridling. …
Josh Nichol Horsemanship
At some point, you have probably experienced one of the moments all equestrians fear most: that day when truck and trailer are packed and ready but the one thing missing for the adventure is your horse. You’ve probably been engaged …
Have you ever needed a bucket of grain to distract your horse from his buddies as you slip on his halter? Perhaps you’ve stood at the edge of a field you would like to gallop through but are unable to …
Have you ever witnessed the effortless grace with which some horses are able to carry their riders? It’s as though both parties are so in tune with one another that they simply glide from one manoeuvre to another.
To be …
The reality is that regardless of how relaxing trail riding sounds, most of us have at least one harrowing tale we like to share involving time spent away from the arena. Perhaps your story involves an uneventful ride that suddenly …
Have you ever wondered why some of the world’s top equestrians often use a lot more equipment than just a saddle and a simple snaffle? Whether it’s at the Olympics, the World Equestrian Games or even a local event, you …
In this article, trainer and clinician Josh Nichol offers some training suggestions on how to improve straightness while in the saddle.
It is said that life’s greatest lessons come from the journey, not the destination. And so, inspired by all they have learned over the past 12 months, Chantal Marleau and her young horse, Harlequin, traveled to their first Josh Nichol …
At some point, your horse is going to leave home and travel. It may be to a clinic, out for a trail ride, to a new home or for a check-up, but eventually you and your equine partner will likely …
The thought of asking a horse to quietly walk up to a mounting block and present himself in perfect mounting position is beyond the expectations of many.
Does the thought of asking your horse to canter cause your heart to skip a beat? Do you worry that your horse will kick out or run away with you when you apply your canter aids? Perhaps the opposite is …
Josh Nichol shares advice on dealing with trust issues and overcoming other common challenges faced when dealing with a rescue horse.
Of all the memorable ‘firsts’ you’ll share with your horse, none will likely generate the combination of excitement and apprehension quite like climbing into the saddle for your first ride.
Without question, asking your horse to take those few initial …
With summer at its peak, there is no time like the present to hit the trails and see just how far you and your green horse have progressed in your training. Of course, that might be easier said than done. …
When working with horses, whether yours is young or a seasoned veteran, you will face many training milestones. From your horse’s first ride, to his initial trip away from home, you will have to prepare for countless new challenges.
Developing …
