Video Modules

Basics (Intro)

Introduction to braiding. Overview of tools needed, safety, sanitization, prepping the mane and tail.

Manes

Braiding Manes for the Hunter Ring

  1. Braiding Objectives

  2. Braid Down Mane

  3. Pull Up Mane

  4. Forelock 

  5. Finished Look with Objective in mind

  6. How to Unbraid

  1. Braiding Manes for Jumper & Dressage Ring (AKA Plaits)

    1. Jumpers leave forelock undone

    2. Dressage braid forelock

    3. Finished Look

  1. Good Luck Charms and PomPoms

Tails

French Braid (Under vs Over)

  1. Tying Off

    1. Pinwheel

    2. Horizontal Pinwheel

    3. Wrap

    4. Troubleshoot

    5. How to Unbraid

  2. Tail Extensions (Aka Fake Tail/Wig)

    1. Hang In

    2. Tie In

    3. Pull Up

How to Care for tail extension

Q&A:

  1. Why braid? Manes should always lay on right side of neck.

  2. History of Braiding

  3. Why braid at night?

  4. Different Disciplines require different braids. Examples: Dressage, Jumpers, Hunters

  5. Misbehaving horses

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