Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Horse won’t go forward? 🚫🐴 Here’s the secret every rider needs to know — and it’s not about kicking harder!
Is your horse lazy, stuck, or just refusing to go forward? So many riders waste time kicking and nagging, not realising the real secret is actually clarity and release.
In this video I’ll show you exactly how I retrain a young horse (Wilson) who had fallen into the habit of not going forward. You’ll see step-by-step how I:
✔️ Use a clear, black-and-white leg aid (no nagging!)
✔️ Reward with release at the right moment so the horse understands
✔️ Avoid conflicting aids between hand and leg
✔️ Build forwardness without confusion or frustration
The result? A horse that goes willingly forward from light aids — and a rider who isn’t stuck in a constant battle.
This method works for:
Horses that won’t go forward under saddle
Lazy horses who ignore the leg
Young horses needing clear basics
Riders who want light, effective communication
👉 If you’ve been struggling with a horse that won’t go forward, this is the video for you. Watch to the end to see Wilson transform once he understands what’s being asked — and how you can get the same results with your horse.
📌 Download my free Three Principles Handout - basichorsetraining.com/3-principles
📌 Have questions? Drop them in the comments, and I'll do my best to answer!
📌 Want to know more about Basic Horse Training Academy - Go Here 👉 basichorsetraining.com/courses/basic-horse-training-academy
❤️ No obligation whatsoever, but if I have brought you value and you would like to donate to support this channel or buy the horses some hay!! Go Here buymeacoffee.com/basichorsetraining
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Horse won’t go forward? 🚫🐴 Here’s the secret every rider needs to know — and it’s not about kicking harder!
Is your horse lazy, stuck, or just refusing to go forward? So many riders waste time kicking and nagging, not realising the real secret is actually clarity and release.
In this video I’ll show you exactly how I retrain a young horse (Wilson) who had fallen into the habit of not going forward. You’ll see step-by-step how I:
✔️ Use a clear, black-and-white leg aid (no nagging!)
✔️ Reward with release at the right moment so the horse understands
✔️ Avoid conflicting aids between hand and leg
✔️ Build forwardness without confusion or frustration
The result? A horse that goes willingly forward from light aids — and a rider who isn’t stuck in a constant battle.
This method works for:
Horses that won’t go forward under saddle
Lazy horses who ignore the leg
Young horses needing clear basics
Riders who want light, effective communication
👉 If you’ve been struggling with a horse that won’t go forward, this is the video for you. Watch to the end to see Wilson transform once he understands what’s being asked — and how you can get the same results with your horse.
📌 Download my free Three Principles Handout - basichorsetraining.com/3-principles
📌 Have questions? Drop them in the comments, and I'll do my best to answer!
📌 Want to know more about Basic Horse Training Academy - Go Here 👉 basichorsetraining.com/courses/basic-horse-training-academy
❤️ No obligation whatsoever, but if I have brought you value and you would like to donate to support this channel or buy the horses some hay!! Go Here buymeacoffee.com/basichorsetraining
Find me on Facebook: facebook.com/basichorsetraining
Find me on Instagram: instagram.com/basichorsetraining
BLOG POST: basichorsetraining.com
#basichorsetraining #horsetraining #horseTraining #lazyHorse #ridingTips #horseWontGoForward #youngHorseTraining
