Master the Garrocha in Working Equitation with Miguel Undabarrena

If you’ve ever struggled with the Garrocha pole / Bull Line obstacle in Working Equitation, this video is for you! Great step by step breakdown of how to carry the pole through the obstacles. In this in-depth training session, Miguel Undabarrena, U.S. Coach for the 2026 WAWE World Championship, breaks down exactly how to confidently ride the Bull Line / Ring / Barrel obstacles from start to finish — including how to pick up the pole, properly position it under your arm, spear the ring, and smoothly return it to the barrel. Why the Garrocha Pole Matters in Working Equitation The Garrocha obstacle is not just about accuracy — it tests: • Rider coordination • Balance and position • Horse straightness • Precision under pressure Miguel emphasizes something many riders overlook: practice the entire sequence off the horse first. By rehearsing the movement pattern on the ground, your body builds muscle memory. When you get in the saddle, it becomes automatic — reducing tension and improving performance in competition. Chapters / Time Stamps 00:00 - 00:42 Intro 00:42 - 01:45 Practice from the ground 01:45 - 02:10 Pick up 02:10 - 03:05 Mistakes on pick up 03:05 - 03:37 Reach low 03:37 - 04:00 Different sizes 04:00 - 06:00 Positioning if not straight 06:00 - 09:55 Deposit Garrocha 09:55 - 10:34 Outro About Miguel Miguel is an international Working Equitation at Level 7 / Masters and will serve as the U.S. Coach for the 2026 WAWE World Championships in Spain. He also represented the US as an individual in the 2022 WAWE World Championships held in Les Herbiers, France. His teaching style focuses on biomechanics, clarity, and building confident horse-and-rider partnerships. About Working Equitation Working Equitation (WE) is a discipline rooted in traditional cattle-working traditions of Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy. It combines dressage, obstacles, speed, and cattle phases to test the versatility, partnership, and skill of horse and rider. *This is not an official video of USA Working Equitation. This channel highlights Portland, Oregon based Eventing trainer, Sarah Lorenz’s journey discovering the world of Working Equitation for cross training. The videos on this channel are devoted to sharing educational information, interviews, and vlog style content. Please like, subscribe, or leave a comment to support the channel!