Working with the horse on desensitizing The first time mounting, allowing the horse to accept the rider Mounting Backing up Walking to the mounting block Working outdoors as well as inside Asking for submission before riding Partnering with the horse Initial riding without ground-handler Working over poles and obstacles Trust mounting (no bridle or helmet) Barrel racing training Teaching the horse the proper distance to go into the barrel Initial ground work Desensitizing Lifting feet Trail classes Barrel Racing Keyhole Down & Back Trail class (gate) Pole bending Foal training