In Hand Work

Starting Pattern 2 with Warmblood-type horses

Pattern 2, In hand, Warmbloods

Is your warmblood struggling with Pattern 2 — counter shoulders-in and travers? The old Baroque way was built for different horses. Here’s what to do instead. The classical one-two pattern — shoulders-in to counter shoulders-in — is the foundation of everything: flying changes, piaffe, passage. But the Baroque method, built on curves and circles, doesn’t…...

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Mounted Jaw Flexions – First Look

In hand work, Jaw flexions, Ridden Jaw Flexions

In this video, Rupert gives a first look at how to soften the horse’s mouth from the saddle, using gentle jaw flexions and micro-releases. You’ll see how he works quietly with the reins and, when needed, with a light touch at the bars to help the horse relax through the jaw and poll. We did…...

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Starting with the Double Bridle In Hand

In hand work, Double bridle

Many riders see the double bridle as something mysterious or intimidating, but for the horse it is often surprisingly comfortable. In this tutorial, we look at how to introduce the double bridle gently and effectively — starting from the ground, where both horse and handler can explore without pressure. You’ll learn why the double bridle…...

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Spanish Walk – Part 3: Extending the reach

In hand work, Spanish Walk

In this third part of our Spanish Walk series, we pick up where we left off—moving from isolated steps to a clearer, more rhythmic walk with alternating front legs. Our horse is gaining confidence, and now it’s all about helping him stay relaxed, focused, and fluent in the movement. You’ll see how we refine the…...

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Spanish Walk – Part 2: From Single Steps to Alternating Legs

In hand, Spanish Walk

In this follow-up to our Spanish Walk introduction, we show you how to take your horse from offering just one leg to beginning alternate steps with rhythm and confidence. The horse in this video is not yet confirmed, but he’s made the key leap—he now understands to move forward from the whip cue in front…...

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Starting the Spanish Walk – Teaching a New Movement from Scratch

In this tutorial, Rupert demonstrates how to introduce the Spanish Walk to a horse who’s new to the movement—but not new to training. Step by step, you’ll see how to safely develop the cues, move from a tap behind to a cue in front, and avoid common mistakes that can lead to confusion or over-eager…...

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How Do I Step in Pattern 2?

In hand work, Pattern 2

A detailed answer to a common member question One of the most frequent questions we’ve received lately is:“How exactly am I supposed to step when doing Pattern 2 in-hand?” This video is our detailed response. If you’ve already watched the first 7 minutes on YouTube, you can either skip ahead to minute 7 to dive…...

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Pattern 2: Hand & Body Position and Footwork – In Hand Work with Cavasson

In hand work, Pattern 2, Cavasson

In this new members video, we take you through Pattern 2A using the Caver Center setup. This is the beginning of teaching counter shoulders-in, and it builds directly on the groundwork from Pattern 1A. Rupert demonstrates not just what to do, but exactly how to do it—from your own foot pattern and body position to…...

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Pattern 1: Hand & Body Position and Footwork – In Hand Work with Cavasson

In hand work, Pattern 1, Cavasson

This video gives you a deep dive into how to use the Cason and side rein setup for Pattern One. We focus on what often gets overlooked: your own coordination. Hand position, body position, leg movement—they all need to work together clearly and consistently to help your horse understand what’s being asked. Rupert explains how…...

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Hand Position for In-Hand Work: Pattern 1 and 2 with Bridle Rein

Patterns, In hand work

When we begin in-hand work, it’s easy to get overwhelmed—where exactly do your hands go, how do you hold the reins, and what’s your outside hand even for? In this detailed walkthrough, Rupert Isaacson breaks down the classical hand positions for in-hand work using the bridle reins, as taught by Luis Valença in Portugal and…...

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In-Hand Work – Seeing Pattern 1 & 2 Clearly – Ariel View

We had quite a few of you asking for a deeper look into in-hand work, especially how to get a better understanding of Pattern 1 and Pattern 2—the foundational movements we all return to again and again. So, we filmed a short demo from above to help you see what’s really going on. In the…...

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A Assisted In Hand Combo

In hand, Patterns, Assisted In Hand

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Sacred Geometry Exercise 1: Hexagram

In hand, Sacred Geometry

Sacred geometry is a powerful way to align ourselves with the natural rhythms of the universe. In this tutorial, Rupert explores how we can use the hexagram—a timeless symbol of balance, unity, and creation—to connect more deeply with our horses and ourselves. Watch the video below to see the exercise in action. Why Sacred Geometry?…...

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Jaw Flexions – Assisted In Hand; Giving The Rider Feel and Control

Assisted In Hand, Exercise of the Month, In hand

In this session, Rupert is working with Katharina to help her develop a better understanding of contact. After practicing jaw flexions from the ground, Katharina has started to develop a feel for what it’s like when the horse releases tension and softens. Now mounted on Helios, our bay horse, she is building on that groundwork…...

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Jaw Flexions Revisited with Student and Helios

In hand work, Jaw flexions

Jaw flexions are a subtle yet transformative tool for building relaxation and connection with your horse. In this video, Rupert shares his expertise, guiding Katharina through the nuances of this technique. With his insights, you’ll discover how small adjustments in timing and touch can create profound moments of softness and trust. Whether you’re new to…...

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Renver to Half Pass in hand

In hand work, Exercise of the Month, Laterals

This exercise is the most difficult we are asking you to get you to get your head around as part of the in hand laterals patters. This months we go from Renvers to Half Pass! Can you visualize it? It is also part of our more advanced certification evaluations in our equine assisted interventions approach…....

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Tear drop – Shoulders In to Renvers

Laterals, Exercise of the Month, In hand work

This month we are looking at the tear drop. In hand as well as ridden. In this exercise we go from shoulders in, via a small volte back to the track and then into travers. As part of this we are changing the position of the horse in the arena and the bend in the…...

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Shoulder in to Renvers

In hand, Laterals

Through some feedback we have realized that some of our tribe here in Long Ride Home as well as over at New Trails Learning are still a bit rocky with some of the laterals. Namely which one is which, how do I get from one to the other, which combinations are easy and which difficult…....

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The Flying Change – Pattern 1 to pattern 2 in hand with straightening in between to prepare for the flying change

Flying Change, Exercise of the Month, In hand work

In this exercise Rupert helps us understand how we can use the in hand work patterns 1 and 2 with a bit of a straight line in between to prepare us and the horse mentally for the flying change…. Premium Membership Membership Required You must be a Premium Membership member to access this content.Join NowAlready...

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