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colt starting
In this lesson recap, Jeremy LaRose explains why the first rides on a young colt are really about forward motion, emotional balance, and keeping the horse mentally with you. Learn how lunging, first-ride preparation, and early transitions all work together to build a safer, more predictable start.
colt starting
In this Colt Starting 202 recap, Jeremy LaRose shows how to keep the first ride calm by prioritizing desensitization, solid groundwork, and a ground person who can maintain forward motion. The lesson covers safe mounting from both sides, a quiet first ride routine, and how to introduce trot-to-lope transitions without losing control or confidence.
colt starting
Jeremy LaRose shows how to step a green colt off the lunge line, keep him moving forward, and protect the outside shoulder so steering and transitions stay soft, safe, and progressive.
colt starting
In this colt starting recap, Jeremy LaRose shows how to keep a young horse calm on the first ride, build reliable under-saddle transitions, and protect the shoulders for safer steering and future training.
