Training Strategies For Dressage Riders

Training Strategies for Dressage Riders is a unique guide to the art and technique of dressage, written by one of the most renowned equestrian trainers in the world today. It offers a complete training system for both horse and rider, paying special attention to how a rider s actions can influence a mount. The book provides practical, in-the-saddle advice on a wide range of dressage topics, including: * The art of classical equitation * The development of the rider s seat and aids * Developing the basic gaits * Gymnastic improvement * Horse insubordination * Clinics and competitions judging Whether you want to prepare for dressage competition or simply improve your riding skills, this is a matchless guide.

Paperback edition of the ultimate problem-solving manual, for dressage riders from novice to Grand Prix. Based on the German training system it is essential reading to cope with those occasions when things do not go exactly to plan. Chapters include: Training considered Basic training Jumping Paces and simple movements Working to advanced level REVIEWS: 'If dressage horses came with an operator's manual, this book could provide all the necessary trouble shooting information' Dressage Today 'The ultimate problem solving manual for dressage riders from Novice to Grand Prix' Your Horse b/w photos

Dressage training: Background and Tips All riders, whether competing or riding for pleasure, want to have a tractable, relaxed and motivated horse when they are ready to get into the saddle. This depends primarily on the riders' understanding of training and training methods. The more riders know about their horse's physiology and psyche, the better their understanding of these training methods. By following the practical advice in this book, riders will be able to achieve their desired training goals most efficiently, while at the same time handling their horses gently and keeping them physically and mentally sound.

"First published in two volumes: Cross-train your horse and More cross-training in 1998"--T.p. verso.

Ready to improve your dressage skills? This book is packed full of groundwork and riding exercises to improve your dressage training and competition results. It includes how to get ready for your next dressage competitions, handy checklists for your dressage test day and tips to help memorize your test. Plus if you’ve ever read ‘needs more collection’ on your dressage test results, this book will show you exactly how to improve your horse’s posture, collection and self-carriage the kind way. No pulling on the reins or crazy muscles required! Help your horse to stay healthy, reach his full potential and have fun with dressage. Lessons include: - Origins of dressage - Why dressage is great for your horse - Benefits of dressage - Dressage success tips - Saddles for dressage - Bridles and tack for dressage - Gadgets - Bitless, barefoot and treeless options - Finding a great trainer - How to improve your riding posture - When to start dressage training - Why should you do groundwork? - Halt and backup groundwork exercises - In-hand forequarter and hindquarter yields - Walk in hand - Speed and rhythm groundwork exercises - Shoulder out groundwork exercise - Don’t overbend your horse - When beginner dressage goes wrong - Collection - what it is and is not - Dressage riding exercises - The warmup - Straightness riding exercises - Energy and impulsion riding exercises - Weight aids, timing and cues exercises - Bends and corners - Transition exercises - Serpentine riding exercises - Falling in love with corners riding exercise - The 10 step exercise for collection - Spiral collection exercise - The teardrop collection exercise - Shoulder out for collection - Leg yields for collection - Going to dressage competitions - Dressage test mindset - Checklist: The week before your dressage test - Checklist: The day before your dressage test - Checklist: Your dressage test day - How to get the most from the judge's advice - The warmup arena - Tips to remember your dressage test - Managing competition nerves - Competition tips - After your dressage test - Common dressage test questions and issues - Dressage mistakes and problems to avoid Impress your friends and become a great dressage rider and talented horse person - starting today! Elaine Heney is the #1 best-selling author, award-winning film-maker, director of Grey Pony Films, and creator of the 'Listening to the Horse™' documentary. She has helped over 120,000+ horse owners in 113 countries to create awesome relationships with their horses. Elaine lives in Ireland with her horses Ozzie & Matilda. Discover Elaine’s series of world renowned online groundwork, riding & training programs at Grey Pony Films.

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