Focus Training
Horsemanship to Cow Work Progression
Mount Beppo, Queensland
A structured training program designed to help riders understand, influence, and progress their horses — from correct horsemanship foundations through to confident cow work.
​
Focus Training is the core education pathway at JR Cutting & Performance Horses. It bridges the gap between flatwork and cattle, giving riders the tools, timing, and feel required for long-term success.
​
This program is ideal for riders who want real understanding, not quick fixes.
What Is Focus Training?
Focus Training was created to address a common gap in rider education — the ability to move and control the horse’s body correctly using seat and leg aids, before introducing cattle.
Without this understanding:
​
-
Horses become confused or resistant
-
Riders lack confidence
-
Cow work becomes reactive instead of controlled
Focus Training builds the foundations first, then progresses riders and horses forward with clarity.
How the Program Works
The program follows a clear, progressive structure:
1. Horsemanship Foundations
-
Rider position, balance, and effectiveness
-
Understanding leg, seat, and rein influence
-
Controlling individual parts of the horse’s body
2. Mechanical Cow Development
-
Translating flatwork into purposeful movement
-
Timing, feel, and positioning
-
Building confidence before live cattle
3. Cattle Introduction & Progression
-
Applying foundations to cattle work
-
Reading cattle and supporting the horse
-
Developing confidence for group sessions and clinics
Each stage builds logically on the last, ensuring horses and riders are set up to succeed.
Session Format & Structure
Focus Training is delivered in small, structured sessions to maximise learning and safety.
-
Small group format
-
Structured progression (some sessions must be booked together)
-
Evening and early-morning sessions during warmer months
-
One-day clinic formats during cooler months
-
Under-lights training to avoid heat and improve focus
Riders must supply their own horse
Suitable for committed riders at various stages
Who Is Focus Training For?
This program is ideal for:
-
Riders wanting to improve feel, timing, and confidence
-
Horses needing clearer foundations before cattle
-
Riders preparing for clinics, group sessions, or competition
-
Those wanting a logical progression, not rushed outcomes
If you’ve ever felt unsure why something wasn’t working, Focus Training provides the answers.
Why Focus Training Works
✔ Clear, step-by-step progression
✔ Emphasis on understanding, not force
✔ Improves both horse and rider confidence
✔ Reduces frustration and resistance
✔ Creates safer, more effective cow work
✔ Feeds seamlessly into group sessions and clinics
This program forms the foundation of everything we do at JR Cutting & Performance Horses.
Location & Training Environment
682 Old Mount Beppo Rd, Mount Beppo, Queensland.
Located just minutes from Toogoolawah, our facilities provide a calm, professional environment designed for horsemanship development, mechanical cow work, and cattle progression.