Chris Cox - 4X Undefeated Road to the Horse Champion

Trust, Confidence & Horsemanship

In this episode of The Warhorse Journal Podcast, Christina sits down with Chris Cox — the only four-time champion of Road to the Horse. What unfolds is a grounded conversation about trust, confidence, and what it really takes to become a better partner for your horse.

From his early days with his first horse, Major, to his journey to the United States and working with Mustangs, Chris shares the kind of perspective that only comes from decades in the saddle. This conversation goes beyond technique and into the responsibility riders carry — the energy we bring, the discipline we build, and the commitment to keep learning.

You’ll hear insights on:

• Building trust from the ground up

• Confidence — in both horse and rider

• Learning through failure and not quitting

• Rider responsibility, energy, and conditioning

• Training opportunities through clinics and online learning

Chris continues to teach riders through clinics and his online training platform, offering thoughtful, structured guidance for those wanting to grow in their horsemanship.

🌐 Website & Clinics: https://www.chris-cox.com

🎓 Online Training – Chris Cox On Demand: https://chriscoxondemand.com

📘 Facebook – Chris Cox Horsemanship: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisCoxHorsemanship

Learn more about the event or watch online: https://roadtothehorse.com

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Ryan Rose- Championship Competitor at Road to the Horse 2026

Championship Competitor at Road to the Horse 2026, Ryan Rose shares how his training philosophy centers on connection, how he got into colt starting and what it means to him to be a Road to the Horse Competitor.

In this episode of The Warhorse Journal Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Rose, a respected horseman, educator, and 2026 Road to the Horse Championship Competitor, for a thoughtful conversation about preparation, philosophy, and the work that happens long before the spotlight.

Ryan shares how he got his start with horses, how his training philosophy has evolved over time, and what it means to prepare—mentally, emotionally, and practically—for an event as significant as Road to the Horse. We talk about the responsibility that comes with stepping into that arena, and why connection must always come before position.

A central theme of this conversation is one of Ryan’s guiding principles in horsemanship: “Try to do less first, and then build a connection before you ask a horse to be in a better position.”

We also explore the extensive body of educational work Ryan has created over the years—including his large library of free training videos, his online learning platform, and the many ways he continues to support riders around the world through clinics, events, and digital education.

This episode is a reminder that good horsemanship isn’t rushed, flashy, or forced—it’s built quietly, thoughtfully, and with intention.

🌐 Website: https://www.rosehorsemanship.com/

🎓 Online & Virtual Learning: https://www.rosehorsemanship.com/virtual-learning

🎥 YouTube: Ryan Rose Horsemanship

@ryanrosehorsemanship

📸 Instagram: @rosehorsemanship

🎶 TikTok: Ryan Rose Horsemanship

📘 Facebook: Ryan Rose Horsemanship

🤍 Patreon: Ryan Rose Horsemanship

(All links can be found by searching “Ryan Rose Horsemanship” on your preferred platform.)

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The WARHORSE JOURNAL PODCAST is partnering up with Kelly Vicari of Healing with Horses Louisiana! AND with TREKK-ETT Saddle bags! One entrant into the Saddle Sisters virtual challenge (register here: www.warhorseendurance.com ) will be drawn once the event is sold out- to be given a black & pink special saddle bag in honor of breast cancer awareness. In today's interview, your host Christina Hyke, chats with Kelly Vicari about her inspiration for beginning a 501c3 focused on horses as an agent of healing for individuals of various backgrounds. Sorry for any sound qualities issues, we had some software / tech issues.