• Join Martin as he introduces you to his philosophy of starting colts while he takes several colts and one young stallion through their first day of riding. Being an Idaho rancher is in Martin Black’s blood; reaching back five generations on both his maternal and paternal sides his family has ranched in Owyhee County, Idaho. With this deeply-rooted tradition and the desire to honor and maintain it, along with the influence of other present-day horseman, he has studied different elements of horsemanship throughout his life. What he looks for isn’t just a style or particular method, but what works for the horse. “If it works there must be a reason why, if it doesn’t work there must be a reason why.” If we can understand what prepared or caused the horse to react or respond in the manner they do whether it is desirable or not, then we may learn to identify and influence the action of the horse in what we think is a positive and productive way.
  • This series is meant to pick up where the “Colt Starting Philosophy” left off, and take you through the foundation building stage and enter the performance horse world. Part 1- Foundation Martin takes a 3-year-old from ride 5 to ride 11, as you watch the progression of each ride you will see the quiet manner the colt maintains as he advances through the basic maneuvers to establish a well rounded foundation Part 2 - Progression  Martin demonstrates on a 3-year-old with 60 rides how the earlier foundation work starts to take shape with more precision and speed, and at the same time maintains the colt’s confidence. Part 3 - Refinement  Martin demonstrates with more experienced horses the progression of the maneuvers to a higher level, and gives some exercises and tips that were not covered in #1 and #2. Save 15% when you buy all 3 DVDs in the Roundpen to Arena Series $129.95 plus shipping - Select the "Add Item To Cart" button directly below to receive the set at the discounted price. Thanks!
  • Horse and Human Projects No.1 Watch as Tom helps students of all levels and disciplines address their challenges in an intimate clinic setting. This extended DVD features over 2 hours and 45 minutes. Tom helps notable horsemanship clinicians Martin Black, Terry Church, Bryan Neubert and others with their horses in this classic footage from a clinic in Gustine, California in 1995. Enjoy seeing the changes the horses make and Tom’s unique way of teaching. “I hope you’ll feel as if you are looking through the corral fence along with Tom and enjoy spending time with him while he helps some people with their horses. Tom's comments and humor are both educational and fun to hear. He is always trying to point out what would make it better for both the horse and the human. Tom mentions that "It is the little things that make the difference" and in this footage you will watch as slight adjustments from the riders make a big difference to their horses. It is interesting to watch Tom's timing and to be able to understand his thinking.” - Best Wishes, Margaret Dorrance
  • Tom Dorrance Talks About Horses True Unity Willing Communication Between Horse and Human Two Disc Set Disc One - 1. Getting it Together 2. Feel the Whole Horse 3.Responsive and Right On 4.Approach and Unity 5.Emphasizing Some Vital Concepts Disc Two - Learning To Do Less to Get More (Part 1)  Learning To Do Less To Get More (Part 2)  
  • This is the DVD that not only shows Toms knowledge, but his personality and his humor. Tom would always try to encourage people not to just ride mechanically but as he would express it, "Feel the whole horse".
  • Join Martin Black as he guides you through the use of the "A" Pen — a pen designed to build the defense in your cow horse in a clear and efficient way. By letting your horse rest when he is in position on the cow and putting him to work when he is not, your horse will learn his job and have a good attitude about getting it done.

    Learn how to tap into experience and instinct that your horse already has to read a cow's balance point and flight zone and make his moves accordingly. With consistent presentation, you can develop your horse's cow sense without a lot of kicking and pulling or practicing mechanical patterns.  

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