Working Hunter

An event which demonstrates the gracefulness of the American Quarter Horse as it maneuvers a course consisting of at least four obstacles but must jump a minimum of eight fences. Manners, style of jumping, flow of strides, balance and keeping an even hunter pace are factors in the judges’ scoring.
July 28, 2022 | News and Publications , Progressive Working Hunter

Transitioning From Flat Work to Over Fences
Teaching a horse to jump starts with three important lessons on the flat, then a progression of simple exercises prepare the horse to soar.
October 25, 2021 | News and Publications , Working hunter under saddle

No-Irons November: Exercises Without Stirrups
14 steps to make riding without stirrups a regular – and safe – part of your riding routine all year long.
April 07, 2020 | News and Publications , English

Riding to a Single Fence
Take these tips from Jerry Erickson to find your path to a single fence on a course.
March 16, 2020 | News and Publications , Progressive Working Hunter

How to Find a Distance to a Jump
Top professional competitors share horse-training tips for riding accurately to the jumps.
April 17, 2019 | Showing , Working hunter under saddle

What This Kentucky Derby Winner Looks for in Horses
A horsewoman applies D. Wayne Lukas’ advice to show horses – and it works.