How To Teach Your Horse to Lay Down (No Ropes Method)

THIS METHOD ORIGINALLY CAME FROM ARIANA SAKARIS In this video, I’m showing you exactly how I teach a horse to lay down — without ropes, force, or gimmicks. I use my yearling Gypsian (half Gypsy, half Friesian) as my demonstration horse, and I recorded every single session from start to finish so you can truly see how this process unfolds with a horse starting completely from scratch. This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about timing, feel, communication, and building enough trust that your horse wants to lay down with you. Lay down is not a trick — it’s a trust exercise. When done correctly, it deepens your connection in a powerful way. If you’ve ever wanted to teach this the gentle way, without ropes or pressure techniques, this video will walk you through my exact method. Let me know in the comments if you’re going to try it — and what part surprised you most. 💫🐴🤍