Riding, showjumping and horsemanship Books
Trustees of the Royal Armouries Arms and Armour of the Renaissance Joust
Book SynopsisThe Renaissance is best known as an age of artists Michelangelo, da Vinci, Titian and Holbein but it is also the age of the noble patrons who challenged their painters and sculptors to create great art. These patrons were knights, military leaders and jousters. They played a central role in the story of another great Renaissance story, that of the armourer. Here, Tobias Capwell continues his history of jousting seen through surviving artefacts in the collection of the Royal Armouries. He reveals how the jousts and tournaments of the Renaissance transported knightly combat into a kind of performance art, with demonstrations of aristocratic skill and nerve, of superhuman strength and superlative horsemanship and of cutting-edge equipment.
£11.69
The Crowood Press Ltd Basic Training of the Young Horse: Dressage,
Book SynopsisOver thirty years after the first publication of Reiner Klimke's classic work comes this new fourth edition, with completely new photos and updated by his daughter, Ingrid. Based on sound practical and theoretical advice, this instructional handbook gives advice on establishing a specific training plan for recreational riders as well as competition riders to enable them to train their young horses successfully. Every aspect of the education of a young horse is covered, including: basic education and handling from foalhood; lungeing and free-schooling; backing and training under saddle; developing impulsion from suppleness; assessing and improving basic gaits; cavalletti work; jumping training; cross-country training and, finally, preparing for the first competition.
£19.79
Quiller Publishing Ltd Posture and Performance: Principles of Training
Book SynopsisFrom the author of the hugely successful titles How Your Horse Moves and Horse Anatomy for Performance, comes a completely different training manual, also based on the Horses Inside Out philosophy: 'Understanding Anatomy Improves Performance and Reduces the Risk of Injury'. Divided into three main parts: Principles of Anatomical Riding and Training; Exercises for Horse and Rider; Troubleshooting, the book contains a wealth of practical tips and exercises broken down into easy to follow, well-illustrated steps showing how riders can improve their riding skills and potential. The author suggests ways to improve horses' physique, posture, flexibility, stability, core strength, performance and movement and how to reduce muscular and movement problems, and reduce the risk of injury. This beautifully illustrated book looks at how to deliver a safe, varied, fun, effective and achievable training programme. It provides all the ingredients for riders to make informed decisions to maximise their own and their horse's potential, gain more enjoyment, satisfaction and improve their skills.Trade ReviewFor me this book is like the light at the end of the tunnel. I literally couldn't put this book down and when I went onto the yard the next day it was almost like I was seeing our horses with a fresh pair of eyes! Christmas is coming and receiving this book is guaranteed to delight any rider...that is if they can wait that long and don t go out and buy it themselves beforehand! -- Emma ButlerShe's a woman passionate about getting us to understand equine physicality for the benefit of the horse. She manages to consistently present what could be a dry (though vital) subject in a very engaging way and I would highly recommend this book. -- Kelly MarksGillian enables you to understand the anatomy of a horse and how it affects ridden work. The book is packed with photos and fascinating illustrations and includes many tips and techniques that will help you improve your riding and schooling for the better.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Useful Terms Foreword Introduction PART 1: The Principles of Training 1. Principles of Anatomy 2. Skeletal Maturity3. Principles of Posture 4. Principles of Training 5. Effects of Riding 6. Asymmetry 7. The Gaits PART 2: Exercises for Performance 8. Positioning of the Head and Neck 9. Terrain 10. Collection Exercises 11. Bending Exercises 12. Lateral Exercises 13. Pole Work Exercises 14. Gymnastic Jumping Exercises Index About the Authors
£19.80
Trafalgar Square Horse Brain, Human Brain: The Neuroscience of
Book SynopsisIt has long been accepted that horses — and other domesticated animals too — can be trained to respond to our requests. How those requests are made, however, is a source of debate: Ask or tell? Firm or soft? Positive or negative reinforcement? Perhaps even more interesting is when we question the degree to which we expect horses to read our human behaviours. In general, we just 'act like us' and expect them to 'get it'. It is a testament to the horse's great patience that he usually keeps trying until he does!When we understand the function of both the human brain and the equine brain, we can to communication with horses on their terms instead of ours. And by meeting horses halfway, we not only save valuable training time, we achieve other goals too: we develop much deeper bonds with our horses; we train them with insight and kindness instead of force or command; we comprehend their misbehaviour in ways that allow solutions; and we reduce the mistakes we often make while working with them. In this illuminating book, cognitive scientist and horsewoman, Janet Jones, describes human and equine brains in collaboration. She explores the horse's way of thinking, as well as human brain function during athletic mastery. Mental abilities — like seeing, learning, fearing, trusting, and focusing — are discussed from both the human and horse perspective. Throughout, true stories of horses and handlers attempting to understand each other — sometime successfully, sometimes not — help illustrate the lessons.
£21.21
Quiller Publishing Ltd The Principles of Riding: Basic Training for
Book SynopsisThe first edition of The Principles of Riding was published more than 50 years ago, imparting mandatory basic knowledge for all areas of equestrian sport and horse-keeping and this 28th edition, Basic Training for Horse and Rider, has been completely revised regarding language and content, while still taking into account the well-established principles. The consideration of traditional principles leads to the education and training of the horse according to its nature and thus to its health, well-being and performance capability. The horse's instincts and natural behaviour are presented in detail as the basis of communication and understanding between horse and rider. Modern scientific research relating to training theory and biomechanics has influenced the systematic training of the rider as well as that of the horse. The Principles of Riding provides versatile, practical assistance to horse lovers and readers of this book who want to learn, irrespective of whether they ride for leisure or competitively, are interested in hacking or hunting, or want to develop and improve their basic training for dressage, show-jumping or eventing. These Principles should be indispensable for all riders, drivers, trainers and judges, and to all of those who are interested in the appropriate training of the horse, according to the horse's nature, and who place importance on a harmonious cooperation between horse and rider.Trade ReviewThe Principles of Riding is easy to read and very well laid out with clear concise instructions with bullet points and also includes tips on what can go wrong which is very helpful. Clear illustrations really help drive home the salient points of the text making it easy to understand. This book is not just aimed at the novice rider, there is plenty here to interest experienced rider too. Anyone interested in riding will find this a mine of useful information which readers can devour in its whole or dip into at will when questions or problems arise. -- Jacqui Broderick'First published more than 50 years ago, it's now on an incredible 28th edition but has seen some changes along the way... Some of the more modern scientific research is now being incorporated in what has always been a complete manual of horsemanship covering rider, horse, training of both, lungeing, jumping, tack and teaching young horses.' Wendy Parsons, Essex Rider -- Wendy Parsons * Essex Rider *Table of ContentsForeword Thoughts on Classical Riding Chapter 1: General Basics: Horse - Rider - Trainer - Training Area Chapter 2: The Equipment of Horse and Rider Chapter 3: Preparation for Riding Chapter 4: Seat and Influence of the Rider Chapter 5: Systematic Structure of Lessons Chapter 6: Basic Exercises Chapter 7: The Basic Training of the Horse Index
£19.80
Morgan James Publishing llc The Business of Coaching with Horses: How to
Book SynopsisThe Business of Coaching with Horses is the definitive business guide for equine-assisted professionals to reach more clients so they can feed their horses and change the world! Horse coaching and therapy benefits are unique and sometimes ‘mysterious’. In The Business of Coaching with Horses, Equine Alchemy Certified Coach and Facilitator Schelli Whitehouse illustrates exactly what it takes to experience balance, abundance, and a sustainable equine-assisted coaching practice. Schelli’s own life journey and work with horses has become an integrated celebration of purpose and prosperity as she works to see equine-assisted coaching and therapy become a valuable ‘go-to’ modality for personal and professional transformation—as popular as yoga and Starbucks! Through colorful personal stories, client case studies, and advice from industry experts, The Business of Coaching with Horses guides equine-assisted practitioners through 7 essential skills for building a thriving business with horsepower. Complete with an online companion workbook, Schelli helps readers establish and build upon their own foundation of personal core principles and unique expertise in order to provide value, structure, and transformation for their ideal clients. Part business branding, part money mindset mastery, and part service design, The Business of Coaching with Horses is a loving kick-in-the-pants and a journey to the heart of success for any Horse and Soul Business.
£12.34
The Crowood Press Ltd Thoroughbred Breeding
Book SynopsisThere are still many unknowns in the breeding of Thoroughbreds, but the international research coalition known as the Equine Genome Project is facilitating many new exciting discoveries.
£38.25
The Crowood Press Scales of Training Workbook for Dressage and
Book SynopsisThe scales of training is a progressive training system that evolved from the teaching of the great riding masters of Italy, France and Germany. As a result of adopting this systematic approach to their training, today's top german riders are hugely successful in dressage and jumping, at world and Olympic level.
£21.60
The Crowood Press Ltd The Cobs Can! Workbook: Progressive Training
Book SynopsisIn this long-awaited follow-up to the highly praised Cobs Can! Omar Rabia introduces the idea of a systematic, progressive series of exercises designed to develop suppleness, collection, obedience and ride-ability in cobs. He discusses the prerequisites of starting this journey and the reasoning behind working cobs in-hand before ridden work is commenced. While the exercises are set out in a progressive order, each exercise offers particular benefits and works on 'target areas', so you can choose exercises that will most benefit your cob before moving onto others in the series. Progression within each exercise is explained so that riders know when to move onto the next step within the exercise.
£20.25
Quiller Publishing Ltd Rider Biomechanics: An Illustrated Guide: How to
Book SynopsisRider Biomechanics begins by explaining fascia — the 'cinderella of body tissues'. Until recently, this was ignored by science, consigned to its apparent role as the body's packing material. However, research shows that, in reality, this biological fabric links muscles into functional chains, rather like strings of sausages. Recent research has shown that the horse's fascial system is remarkably similar to our own, with equivalent 'lines of pull' that affect posture, movement, stability and mobility. Inevitably, the problems inherent in sitting and riding well are magnified when there is imbalance within and between the fascial 'guy-ropes' of rider and/or horse. We should realise that imbalance in either partner can send the other 'out of true', whilst the 'equipoise' of one partner helps the other to regain that poise. By working through this book, you will learn to access and rebalance your own fascial net to significantly improve your stability, skill and 'feel'. Practical exercises, enhanced with copious photographs and diagrams, show how to balance your front and back, left and right — yielding skills that simultaneously address the equivalent imbalances in your horse. Mary explains how effective force transmission within the fascial system enables riders to push their hands forward, taking away the temptation to pull on the reins. Later chapters show how twists and distortions in both human and horse can be addressed through accessing the fascial lines that wrap diagonally around the body. Lastly, a look at the core of both partners shows just how profound their connection can be.Trade ReviewIf there is one equestrian author who single-handedly changed how we looked at riding it has to be Mary Wanless. Rider Biomechanics is an incredibly detailed book, beautifully illustrated with colourful diagrams and photographs which show the influence of the body, including the front and back lines as well as the influence the arms and spinal position has on the rider's ability to help or hinder the horse. This is such a long way away from the instructions of old where we were merely told to have a straight line from the horse's mouth to our elbows. I am sure there must be many a horse who, with a rider who is aware of what their body is doing, must think 'thank goodness for Mary Wanless!'. -- Jacqui BroderickMary Wanless – who's extremely well-known for her previous books dedicated to rider position (Ride With Your Mind) – has put more of her knowledge and training onto the pages or Rider Biomechanics... In some ways, she tells us, it can rather like the skin on a string of sausages – the fascia that is the fabric of our body, that is then the link into muscle and functional chains. 'Lines of pull'. Where the horse is concerned, these lines of pull are what we as riders, need to be aware of... Sounds simple here, but whether you tip forward, tip back, round your back or hollow it, draw your leg upwards, forwards or too far back, there is a complete explanation and reasoning behind it, through it and then working towards correcting it.With disciplined training – we can all edge towards riding and looking as it we're sitting elegantly, not doing a lot! -- Wendy Parsons * Essex Rider *Mary teaches a centred, balanced approach to riding that's light years away from the 'heels down, head up' approach that many of us learnt as children. In her book, she concentrates on using the fascial system and core muscles to build a deeply balanced riding position that's in tune with the way the horse moves.Table of ContentsForewordAcknowledgementsIntroductionPART 1: THE FASCIAL NET AND FEELChapter 1 - FasciaChapter 2 - FeelPART 2: FRONT, BACK AND SIDES - THE OUTER SLEEVEChapter 3 - The Rider's Front and Back LinesChapter 4 - The Horse's Superficial Front and Back Lines and Riding ImplicationsChapter 5 - The Lateral Lines in Rider and Horse - the Intermediate and Outer Stability SystemsPART 3: FUNCTIONAL LINES AND ARM LINES - PUSHING THE HANDS FORWARDChapter 6: The Functional LinesChapter 7: The Arm LinesPART 4: TWISTS, TURNS AND THE REAL DEAL OF THE COREChapter 8: The Spiral LinesChapter 9: The Deep Front LineConclusion - Riding as a Long-term ProjectGlossaryInternet ConnectivityIndex
£20.69
The Crowood Press Ltd Complete Guide to Polo
Book SynopsisThe Complete Guide to Polo is the perfect resource for anyone interested in finding out more about this exciting game, especially those new to the sport. It discusses the history and evolution of the sport that we know today and its migration from India to Asia to Europe, and finally the Americas. It describes in detail the equipment used by both horse and rider, and offers advice on choosing one kind of equipment over another. The Complete Guide to Polo covers the horsemanship skills needed to excel in the game, and breaks down the swing into bite-sized chunks for analysis. It looks at basic polo strategy, explains the finer aspects of the rules of the sport, and compares the differences between the US and UK rule books. All in all it offers a great foundation for the beginner or intermediate player, the patron, or the spectator.Trade Review'It's jam-packed with information, all clearly laid out and illustrated with photographs' ... 'it's fantastic for someone like me who's had a couple of lessons and wants to progress. The section on horsemanship is particularly useful, with clear instructions on everything from where your weight should be to how to play each shot' ... ' This is a great book for anyone interested in taking up polo or learning more about it - now I just need to work out a way of balancing it on my pony's withers while I learn the swings!' Horse and Countryside 'This is a useful, well-illustrated introduction to this fast-paced team sport.' NFU Countryside 'You're certain to be a sure shot with a mallet after reading her expert advice!' ... 'It's a great introduction to the exciting and fast-paced game, and will inspire anyone to have a go.' Horse
£22.50
Quiller Publishing Ltd Ride with Your Mind ESSENTIALS: Innovative
Book SynopsisWhilst the horse world is rich in descriptions that tell us what horse and rider should look like, we lack good information about exactly how to produce the desired results. Good horsemen ride well without knowing how they do it, and without understanding why you are not like them and cannot do it too. During 23 years of research it has been Mary Wanless's personal mission to expose the secrets of horsemanship, breaking down riding skills into 'bite-size chunks' and finding ways of describing them that work for average riders. By using the learning strategies given here the rider should discover how to connect with the horse in a way that makes sense to him and enables him to carry himself well, in self-carriage. At the same time the techniques aim to offer the rider security, stability and effectiveness in the saddle. This title sets out to simplify Ride With Your Mind methods and to provide a basic tool-kit for the acquisition of a truly independent seat in walk, trot and through transitions, on straight lines, turns and circles — and, importantly, how to make corrections when things don't go exactly to plan. Mary explains how to use the hands, legs and body correctly, and gives the ingredients for perfect contact. In each section, the instruction is backed up by practical self-tests and exercises to ensure success, and there are ideas for troubleshooting during the learning process and in the future.Table of ContentsIntroduction - How to use this book The basic position - Alignment The essential connection - The seatbones Sitting still in the saddle - Plugging in Security, strength and power - Bear down Breathing - How to bear down and breathe Firming up the body - Muscle tone, and the learning process Sitting lightly - Supporting your own bodyweight Using the back - Narrowness (the pinch) Turns and circles demystified - An introduction to steering Leg, leg, leg? - Lower legs, the physical challenge Discovering a contact - Contact and the walk/halt transitions An independant seat - Matching the forces acting on your body On the bit? - Shaping the horse The rider/horse partnership - An overview of the interaction Resources Glossary Index
£18.00
John Blake Publishing Ltd Six Feet Above: Jumping to the top
Book SynopsisThis is the fascinating story of Swedish equestrian and Olympic medallist Peder Fredricson and his winding road to success. As a five-year-old he was riding on free rein in the Swedish forests and from then on everything was about horses. He worked as a groom for the best equestrians in the world, lived on next to nothing and rode for a while with a buzzard on his arm. He was a skilled rider but not very interested in competing.When he finally was persuaded to compete in the big equestrian eventing and showjumping competitions, he realised that talent was not enough - he had to rethink completely. He created a structure, both for everyday life and for competitions, and the outcome was almost immediate. After only a few years, he was one of the best showjumpers in the world. Much has changed since his unconventional childhood, but his attitude remains the same - interaction with the horses is what is most important. His mental focus has been his secret weapon in the major competitions.Today, Peder Fredricson is one of the top showjumpers on the planet with four Olympic medals to his credit. In 2021 he was ranked the world number one rider.
£20.40
The Crowood Press Ltd Riding in Release: A Practical Guide to French
Book SynopsisRiding in Release considers the relationship between two significant traditions of riding and horse training – The French Classical School and horsemanship born out of the Vaquero and Buckeroo lineage. Both traditions are founded on the development of a partnership with a horse, which enables lightness of foot and thought. This book provides useful insights for riders of all levels – whether you want to hack out in harmony or improve your half pass – with clear, practical, step-by-step instructions and advice. Topics covered include: consideration of the similarities of the traditions and why this is useful for modern riders to understand; how horses move, think and feel, and how this knowledge is useful to us; foundational handling up to high school – common themes; the human side of the partnership – how to make sense to our horse and be someone he wants to learn from and how to help our horse develop a greater ease of movement without the use of gadgets or force. There are detailed explanations of straightness, balance and dynamic posture along with step-by-step guidance on teaching ‘the language of the aids’; tapping into your horse’s amazing capacity to learn. Finally, the development of good feeling between you and your horse, through logical application that respects a horse’s emotional life as well as his physical body is covered.
£17.09
Quiller Publishing Ltd Themed Lesson Plans for Riding Instructors
Book SynopsisAs an instructor it takes time to develop a repertoire of exercises to suit all ages and abilities. This book has the answer: it provides a wide range of ideas for lesson plans, with notes on how these can be adapted and developed for different levels of recreational rider, from beginner to advanced, whether children or adults.The lesson plans are organised into teaching subjects to allow instructors to go straight to a chosen topic and find exercises to suit riders of different abilities, along with teaching tips for a professional delivery. Trade ReviewAnswers the prayer of any riding instructor and coach with its clearly laid out lesson plans.Very easy to understand and follow. One that should be on everyone's shelf or in their tackroom.Table of ContentsAuthor's Note 1. Classification of Rider Ability 2. First and Early Lessons 3. Transitions 4. Circles 5. School Figures 6. Changes of Rein 7. Lengthening and Shortening 8. Lateral Work 9. Work Without Stirrups or Reins 10. Canter Exercises 11. Dressage Tests 12. Drill Ride Work 13. Exercises Using Poles 14. Games and Obstacles Courses
£15.15
The Crowood Press Ltd The Building Blocks of Training: A Step-by-Step
Book SynopsisTo develop a harmonious partnership with your horse, whether you have ambitions in the competition arena or not, you need to develop a two-way communication system that is clear to both of you. In this new paperback edition of The Building Blocks of Training, Debby Lush, international dressage rider and senior instructor at the Training the Teachers of Tomorrow Trust, offers practical assistance in developing such a system, a progressive and logical one that is firmly rooted in classical training. The ultimate aim is to enhance the horse's mental and physical capabilities and so allow him to move easily and happily forward from the earliest simple steps to the more complicated efforts required further up the competition ladder. With step-by-step guides to every aspect of schooling from lungeing to lengthening (touching on the foundations to move on to the more advanced movements), and with troubleshooting sections to identify why things are going wrong and how to solve them, this book will be invaluable to countless horse and rider partnerships.
£22.50
David & Charles 101 Schooling Exercises For Horse and Rider
Book SynopsisSchooling your horse is fundamental to any equestrian activity. This book enables you to plan the exercises you want to ride according to you and your horse's level of ability. Each exercise is accompanied by an aerial illustration of the arena and additional diagrams showing the rider's position.Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1 Rhythm, Balance and Impulsion: transitions; 2 Supple = Straight: circles; 3 Even on Both Sides: serpentines; 4 Loose and Agile: leg yielding; 5 Control, Collection and Impulsion: shoulder in; 6 Power from Behind: travers and renvers; 7 The Gymnastic Horse: half pass; 8 Strengthening the Canter: counter canter; 9 Getting off the Ground: flying changes; Index.
£14.44
Quiller Publishing Ltd 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses
Book SynopsisFor just about everything we do with horsesfrom trail riding to top level competitiona healthy state of fitness is key to both performance and longevity. Every horse will go better for longer if his mind and body are well prepared for the ask.When it comes to improving fitness, whether for humans or animals, the success of an exercise relies on dosage. How an exercise is applied, the duration and frequency of execution, and the weekly schedule within which it is incorporated determine its impact on fitness.Equine training and conditioning expert Jec Aristotle Ballou has now provided a book that takes the guesswork out of fitness gains. It clarifies how long and frequently to do a particular exercise and provides guidance in how to combine it with others for best results. The result is maximized health and athleticism in the horse.The 33 workouts in these pages help accomplish the performance goals that many riders strive for but fall short of reachingstronger, more agile, and more bala
£22.46
The Crowood Press Ltd Training and Riding with Cones and Poles: Over 35
Book SynopsisSimple to use and inexpensive to acquire, cones and poles are a valuable addition to the regular work you do with your horse, both on the ground and in the saddle, whatever your discipline or sport. Here you'll find ideas for using them as practical markers for training exact transitions, improving responses to the aids, helping to ensure well-shaped circles and straight lines, and teaching your horse to negotiate basic obstacles. And, best of all, while enriching your riding experience and engaging your horse in the training process, exercises using cones and poles are fun! With its colourful photographs, easy-to-use diagrams, and spiral binding so you can lay it flat for quick reference, this handy guide demonstrates over 35 lessons that incorporate cones and poles. It is the perfect learning aid, with ideas anyone can use to improve, while keeping everyone interested in the learning process.
£14.24
Quiller Publishing Ltd BHS Complete Manual of Horse and Stable
Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to the care and management of horses and ponies. The aim of this volume is to provide a reliable source of information and advice on all practical aspects of horse and stable management. The manual has been compiled by a panel of experts each drawing on considerable experience and contributing specialised knowledge on his or her chosen subject. Filled with reliable information and advice on modern stable management practices, the book provides a sound foundation for Horse Knowledge and Care. Throughout, the emphasis is on the adoption of correct and safe procedures for the welfare of all who come into contact with horses, as well as for the animals themselves. Coverage includes: The Horse Care of the Horse Watering and Feeding Saddlery and Tack Specialist Care of the Competition Horse The Horse at Grass The Stable Yard Trade ReviewEssential reading for students taking BHS examinations - invaluable to amateurs and professionals alike.Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Section 1: The Horse 1. Conformation and How to Assess it 2. Action 3. The Psychology of the Horse 4. The Teeth and Ageing 5. Breeds 6. Breeding 7. Identification 8. Buying and Selling a Horse Section 2: Care of the Horse 9. Management Methods 10. Handling the Horse 11. Grooming 12. Clipping, Trimming, Pulling and Plaiting 13. The Foot and Shoeing 14. Bedding 15. Signs of Good and Ill-Health, and Sick Nursing 16. Basic Symptoms of the Horse and How to Get a Horse Fit 17. Internal Parasites 18. Stable Vices and Problem Behaviour Section 3: Watering and Feeding 19. Watering 20. Food and DIgestion 21. The Rules of Feeding 22. Food — Composition and Types 23. Deciding on a Ration 24. Feeding Problems and Non-routine Feeding 25. Managing Forage 26. The Feed Shed and Storing Food Section 4: Saddlery and Tack 27. The Saddle 28. Bridles 29. Other Saddlery 30. Bits 31. Boots and Bandages 32. Clothing 33. Care and Cleaning 34. Saddling Up and Unsaddling Section 5: Specialist Care of the Competition Horse 35. Guidelines for Competition Horses 36. The Event Horse 37. The Dressage Horse 38. The Show Jumper 39. The Endurance Horse 40. The Driving Horse or Pony 41. The Hunter 42. The Point-to-Pointer 43. The Show Horse or Pony 44. The Polo Pony 45. Transportation Section 6: The Horse at Grass 46. Grassland Managment 47. Management of Horses and Ponies at Grass 48. Working the Grass-kept Horse or Pony 49. Bringing a Horse up From Grass Section 7: The Stable Yard 50. Construction of Stables 51. Design of Stables 52. Riding Areas 53. Buying Fodder and Bedding 54. Organising and Running a Yard 55. The Law Appendices 1. Measurements 2. The British Horse Society 3. Equine Passports 4. Vaccinations 5. Government Publications and Codes of Practice 6. Animal Transport Certificate and Route Plan 7. Stable Fires Further Reading Useful Addresses Index
£23.75
David & Charles Groundwork Training for Your Horse
Book SynopsisDesigned to help develop a bond between the horse and the trainer, which leads to greater trust and the ability to get the most from the relationship. This book includes step-by-step guides on how to improve the horse''s suppleness, obedience and education from the groundwork level. It teaches the trainer how to tune in to the subtle body language of the horse and communicate with it in a much clearer way. It also contains techniques developed and applied by top trainers and equine behaviourists.Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1 Know Your Horse Basic Handling Techniques; Preparing for Groundwork; 2 Groundwork in Practice Understanding Equus; Intelligent Horsemanship; Passive Leadership; Equine Communication; Parelli Natural Horse Man Ship; Think Equus; Positive Horse Magic; TTEAM; Lungeing; Long-Reining (Long-Lining); In-Hand Work; Help Yourself - Help Your Horse; Further Information/The Trainers; Index.
£12.99
The Crowood Press Ltd The Difficult Horse: Understanding and solving
Book SynopsisThe Difficult Horse provides many insights as to why a horse may develop unwanted behaviours. 'Problem' behaviour is usually more of a problem for the handler than the horse, which is likely to have established patterns of behaviour as a way of helping himself feel safe in situations he finds mentally and/or physically stressful. As well as explaining the reasons for a horse's reactive and sometimes dangerous responses, this book suggests a number of practical exercises that can help to address a wide range of commonly encountered issues. Even if you consider your horse to be problem-free, these exercises will still be invaluable in helping you and your horse to develop a closer, more pleasurable and successful relationship.
£13.49
The Crowood Press The Successful Dressage Competitor
Book SynopsisAre your dressage scores as high as you expect them to be? Are you good at riding, but not so good at competing? This book offers coaching on all aspects of preparing for and riding in dressage tests up to Medium level.
£19.35
Quiller Publishing Ltd BHS Manual for Coaching and Teaching Riding
Book SynopsisThe official handbook for those studying the BHS teaching qualifications has now been fully updated and revised. Written for the BHS by a chief examiner, this handbook provides clear guidelines on how the skills of riding should be taught and how riding school lessons should be conducted. Aimed at less experienced and trainee riding instructors, especially those involved with weekly riders and covers. How to develop communication skills and effective body language. Advice on teaching adult novices and children, whether in groups or one-to-one. Valuable multi-option lesson plans. Choosing school horses and keeping them happy in their work. Safety and insurance, and how to cope with mishaps and accidents. Dealing with rider problems, such as nervousness, stiffness, poor co-ordination, etc. Table of ContentsThe British Horse Society Examination System College Qualifications (UK) Introduction — A few definitions 1. Qualities of a Riding Teacher 2. Becoming a Teacher 3. Communication 4. Understanding Horses and Riders 5. The Scales of Training 6. Planning Safe Lessons 7. Teaching Lunge and Lead-Rein Lessons 8. Teaching Children 9. Teaching Adults 10. Teaching Jumping 11. School Horses 12. Dealing with Problems 13. Teaching Games, Pony Club and Riding Clubs Example Lesson Plans Plan 1 — Eight riders, mixed abilities, mixed ages Plan 2 — Six riders just off the lead rein Plan 3 — Six riders starting to work on jumping Plan 4 — Six child riders ready to start cantering Plan 5 — Six competent riders learning to improve basic lateral work Plan 6 — Six to eight riders improving their jumping Glossary Information for Instructors Useful Addresses Index
£16.10
Quiller Publishing Ltd The Balanced Horse: The Aids by Feel, Not Force
Book SynopsisThis book is about developing that 'perfect understanding'. Whether you practice dressage, hack, event or show, the improvement of your horse through an understanding of 'his' language, should allow him greater ability and confidence in all your work together. The aim of The Balanced Horse is to confirm in people's minds what they should be doing for each request, and what they must avoid. The author abhors the use of force and gadgetry in the schooling of horses and believes classical riding is the best way forward for all the disciplines.Trade ReviewSylvia Loch has written much about the art of dressage and the Iberian breeds. Indeed her book The Royal Horse of Europe is perhaps the most definitive work on the Iberian horse. The Balanced Horse is another well written book from the Loch stable. It is a book about communication – communication between horse and rider using a clear dialogue of subtle, almost invisible aids of the seat, leg and hand. But the author has used her communication skills one step further to convey this knowledge to the reader in, as Carl Hester says in his foreword, 'a user-friendly way that will help any rider at any level'. This is a book, not only for the rider, but riding teachers and judges would also benefit from the advice it contains. -- Patrick PrintIn her new book, The Balanced Horse, author Sylvia Loch...confirms what equestrians should be doing and what they should avoid when it comes to each and every request they give their horse. Intended for those seeking the elusive art of riding versus competing, this valuable resource will help equestrians develop a better relationship with their horses.Renown in the classical world for her teaching, this book continues the marvellous work Sylvia has done bringing her love for the Iberian breeds and her steadfast belief that the language of the aids should be more thoroughly understood...to all who are prepared to take the time it really does take to produce a horse which can be ridden in the lightest and most harmonious way. -- Wendy ParsonsTable of ContentsTitle Page Dedication Illustration Credits Epigraph Foreword by Carl Hester MBE Why I Wrote this Book Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Balance Questions and Answers 2. The Aids for Impulsion Forward and Straight 3. Rein Aids Ask and Give; Direct Flexion and Stretch 4. The Role of the Inside Rein and Inside Leg Lateral Flexion and Bend 5. The Role of the Outside Rein Engagement and Co-ordination 6. The Role of the Outside Leg Engagement and Canter Transitions 7. The Weight Aids of the Seat Collection, Halt, Half-halt and Rein-back 8. The Indirect Aids Shoulder-in, Travers and Half-pass 9. Changing the Balance Lengthening and Extension 10. Refining the Weight Aids Flying Changes 11. The Higher Airs The Aids of the Upper Body; Piroutte, Piaffe and Passage 12. One-Handed Riding And Finessing the Reins 13. Perfect Balance in All Things Thoughts for the Future School Exercises Chapter by Chapter References Index
£22.50
The Crowood Press Ltd Message from the Horse
Book SynopsisEvery human enters this life and begins a journey. The path travelled is unique to each individual, and for some, the main streets and popular thoroughfares provide all that's needed to nourish a life well lived - food, fuel, friendship, family. For others, though, there is a desire - in fact, a need - for something more. In the form of a wandering, lyrical, autobiographical narrative, world-renowned horseman Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling exposes the inner turmoil, the burning questions, the fear, the doubt, and the darkness that pushed him off the roads most travelled in search of answers. In search of meaning. As he reflects on cultures past and his present surroundings, his words linger on visual, sensual, and inspirational clues, bringing his personal experiences alive on the page in emotional detail. His thoughts string together like clicking beads, brilliantly illustrating the passage of time and the interconnectivity of all beings. And ultimately, Hempfling comes to a truth, which for him brings heaven and earth into sharp focus. It is the horses that show him the way.
£12.34
Almuzara Doma Alternativa
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£27.79
Headline Publishing Group The Horses in My Life
Book SynopsisMonty Roberts is known as ''the man who listens to horses'' because of his amazing ability to understand and communicate with his equine partners. He has written this book to celebrate the horses throughout his life that have had a special significance: from his first mount, Ginger, through the champion show horses and sprinters, to those he is working with tirelessly today. THE HORSES IN MY LIFE gives a unique insight into his non-aggressive methods and how his relationship with each horse developed. It is an inspirational collection of vignettes that reveals his love and respect for these noble animals. We are invited not only to get to know the individual horses but to share the immense joy that Monty found with them.Trade ReviewThis is a decidedly superior offering for christmas stockings * The South Wales Argus *This is an excellent read which is thought provoking, entertaining and moving. * Aberdeen Press and Journal *
£10.44
Quiller Publishing Ltd BHS Complete Horsemanship: Volume 1
Book SynopsisA great foundation for any aspiring equestrian, providing safe, modern and current foundations to progress from in the equestrian industry. Filled with practical knowledge in horse riding, knowledge and care, the first volume in the foundation series is a must for anyone looking to learn the highest standards of equestrianism from the world leading British Horse Society education team. Recommended reading for the British Horse Society Stage 1 award in horse care and riding for those wishing to start their career in the professional industry.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION — Page 7 SECTION 1: CARE — 9 Chapter 1: Horse Behaviour — 11Chapter 2: Safety around Horses —19 Chapter 3: Handling Horses — 29 Chapter 4: Identifying Horses — 43 Chapter 5: Horse Health and Welfare — 53 Chapter 6: Mucking Out — 63 Chapter 7: Feeding Horses — 73 Chapter 8: Grooming Horses — 87 Chapter 9 Rugs for Horses — 103 Chapter 10: Field Care — 115 Chapter 11: Tacking Up a Horse — 123 SECTION 2: RIDING — 139 Chapter 12: Riding a Horse on the Flat —141 WHAT’S NEXT — 175
£17.95
Workman Publishing 101 Arena Exercises for Horse and Rider A
Book SynopsisSuggests exercises for both English- and Western-style riders, progressing from basic skills to more advanced maneuvers and patterns.
£22.50
The Crowood Press Riding Success Without Stress. Vol. 1
Book SynopsisDemonstrates how incorrect habits and negativity can be eradicated at source and replaced with calmness by the application of the Alexander Technique and the Classical school. This book describes how the Alexander Technique training programme ensures that, by optimising the use of your mind and body, you can optimise the use of your horse.
£17.95
St. Martin's Griffin Crossing the Line
Book SynopsisA marvelous addition to the literature of inspirational sports stories. - Booklist (Starred Review)This remarkable and inspiring story shines. - Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)An inspiring memoir of defying the odds from Kareem Rosser, captain of the first all-black squad to win the National Interscholastic Polo championship. Crossing the Line will not just leave you with hope, but also ideas on how to make that hope transferable (New York Times bestselling author Wes Moore).Born and raised in West Philadelphia, Kareem thought he and his siblings would always be stuck in The Bottom, a community and neighborhood devastated by poverty and violence. Riding their bicycles through Philly's Fairmount Park, Kareem's brothers discover a barn full of horses. Noticing the brothers' fascination with her misfit animals, Lezlie Hiner, founder of The Work to Ride stables, offers them their escape: an after school job in exchange
£15.29
Orion Publishing Co Gold
Book SynopsisWith a show-jumping career spanning over forty years, Nick Skelton is a legend in the equestrian world. No other rider has won so many major competitions on so many different horses and he is as popular at Olympia and Hickstead as he is at Aachen, Geneva, Paris and Spruce Meadows. Skelton has competed in eight Olympic Games. He was part of the gold medal-winning Great Britain team at London 2012 and made history by winning the individual Olympic gold medal at Rio 2016, riding at the age of fifty-eight his beloved horse Big Star.Nick Skelton began riding at the age of eighteen months on a Welsh pony called Oxo. At the age of seventeenth in 1975, Skelton took team silver and individual gold at the Junior European Championships. He has competed many times at the European Show Jumping Championships, winning numerous medals, both individually and with the British team. In 1980 he competed in the Alternative Olympics, where he helped the British team to a silver medal. He still ho
£9.49
The Crowood Press Ltd Cavalletti: For Dressage and Jumping 4th Edition
Book SynopsisEvery horse, no matter in what discipline it is ridden, will benefit from working with cavalletti. For Olympic champion Ingrid Klimke, riding over cavalletti is key to success. Cavalletti training improves the horse's basic gaits, develops rhythm, suppleness and cadence and increases fitness and agility. This handbook describes how to work with cavalletti on the lunge, provides valuable new schooling ideas and inspiration for dressage work, as well as numerous layouts for gymnastic jumping. Since its first publication in 1969, Cavalletti has become a standard reference book. This fourth editon has been further revised with new photographs.
£18.99
The Crowood Press Ltd Advanced Dressage Training: Medium to Grand Prix
Book SynopsisIn Advanced Dressage Training, Grand Prix rider/trainer Angela Niemeyer Eastwood outlines the hows and whys of advanced training in a practical, logical fashion, with the aim of helping you to create harmonious partnerships with your horses. Dressage has moved beyond the basics of just riding and training a horse, and now encompasses many complementary disciplines, including psychology. This has always been part of the most successful athletes' repertoires and is now acknowledged as being one of the main contributory factors to excellence in any sport. Technical skills need to go hand in hand with mental commitment, discipline, dedication and resilience. Mindsets can be changed - what is needed is knowledge, support, imagination and perseverance. This book introduces the idea that aids are just that: they let the horse know what the rider wants. When this is understood, the horse should be allowed to do whatever has been asked of him - alone and unaided - until something else is required or the horse needs a reminder. The pursuit of excellence - not perfection - is what dressage is all about. Advanced Dressage Training offers advice and encouragement towards the improvement and development of you and your horse as an advanced partnership, taking you towards excellence in the process.
£17.99
The Crowood Press Ltd Breaking a Horse to Harness: A Step-by-Step Guide
Book SynopsisIn this completely revised, enlarged and updated edition of Sallie Walrond's classic work, a new series of step-by-step colour photographs, taken especially for the book by talented equestrian photographer Anthony Reynolds, takes the reader through basic lungeing and bitting techniques, shows the correct way to introduce both harness and vehicle and demonstrates by means of the author's own tried and tested methods the way to produce an animal who will go willingly and happily in harness. Safety is a priority at every stage and training for road work is included. The author's lucid, easy-to-follow text provides all the necessary information to enable any averagely competent rider to train a horse to go in harness with success whether the animal concerned is an unbroken two year old or an outgrown family pony.
£17.99
Trafalgar Square No Bored Horses
Book SynopsisNo Bored Horses is for every desperate equestrian whose horse is going stir-crazy, and for the owner of the horse with behavioral problems that she just canât seem to fix.
£24.65
Quiller Publishing Ltd BHS Riding Out: A guide to hacking and trekking
Book SynopsisBHS Riding Out has been written primarily for people who work, or are thinking of working, in roles that include leading or escorting rides from licensed riding schools, trekking centres, horse hotels and similar establishments. It is recommended reading for those working towards a British Horse Society qualification of Stage 2 or Stage 3 Ride Leader.In addition to providing information to those whose professional role includes taking out rides, this book will be of value to those being escorted, whether newcomers to riding or those of greater experience. It contains plenty of practical advice that will be of use to private horse owners who habitually ride out by themselves, or in the company of small groups of friends. Trade ReviewRiding Out makes for well-informed advice, and those who are working towards BHS qualifications will find it a vital book. Those who ride out will also find helpful titbits within the pages.. The book is well written, easy to understand and packed with easy to understand, realistic equestrian advice. This is a book which will both educate and undoubtedly save the lives of both horses and riders, and make for a safe and happy environment. -- Louise Broderick * Haynet *Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Introduction Section 1: Roles and Responsibilities of Ride Helpers, Ride Leaders and Owners and Managers or Riding Centres 1. Roles and Responsibilities of a Ride Helper 2. Roles and Responsibilities of a Stage 2 Ride Leader 3. Roles and Responsibilities of a Stage 3 Trail Leader 4. Legislation Section 2: Preparation and Knowledge Required to Facilitate Riding out 5. Training and Fittening Horses for Riding Out 6. Allocating Horses to Riders 7. Useful Skills and Knowledge for Planning Rides Section 3: Riding Out in Practice 8. Leading a Ride Out 9. Planning and Leading Longer Rides 10. Caring for Horses on Return from a Ride Section 4: Ongoing Training and Development 11. Staff Training and Development What's Next.
£16.10
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Complete Horse Riding Manual
Book SynopsisLearn all there is to know about horse riding, from horse care and show jumping to mastering dressage. Suitable for both novice and advanced riders, and for equestrian fans of all ages, this book will guide you through every stage of the riding process from the first time in the saddle to advanced riding skills. Featuring all of the latest techniques and equipment, this comprehensive and fully updated edition covers everything you need to know about basic horse training, dressage training, and mental and physical preparation - for both horse and rider - as well as how to find and develop your ultimate horse. Dive deeper into this brilliant book about horses: - llustrated in full colour throughout, with specially commissioned photographic sequences and artworks that show every riding technique with unparalleled clarity.- Includes detailed, updated sections on dressage, showjumping, cross country, and young horse training as well as
£27.00
Trafalgar Square Centered Riding
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£24.38
Crown Western Horse Behavior and Training Understanding Breaking and Finishing Your Horse
Book SynopsisAn expert shares his insights and applies them to the handling of young horses and their early training--from first bridling to turning on the rearhand--an essential reference for every Western-style rider.
£14.83
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Teaching Jumping97
Book SynopsisShows how to teach both horse and rider to jump show jumps and cross county fences with confidence at all stages of horse and rider development, from novices to advanced level competitors. This book serves as a reference for the career instructor following the British Horse Society examination system.Table of Contents1. Introduction; 2. The evolution of modern jumping; 3. The biomechanics of jum ping; 4. Psychology of horse and rider; 5. Teaching the novice rider; 6. Developing the rider; 7. Cross-country training; 8. Riding a course - introducing the rider to XC; 9. Cross-country jumps; 10. Advanced development of the rider; 11. The novice horse: development on the flat; 12. The novice horse: loose jumping and lungeing; 13. Developing athletic jumping; 14. Going to a show; 15. Equipment; 16. Competition riding; 17. Teaching for examinations.
£39.56
Simon & Schuster Australia The Sunset Gates Old Friends and New as Hearts
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£5.99
David & Charles 100 Ways to Improve Your Riding
Book SynopsisRiding in perfect balance with the lightest application of aids is something most riders strive to achieve. But without the help of an instructor by your side at all times, it is easy for bad habits to develop unnoticed.With over 100 photographs showing common riding faults such as tipping forward, weak lower leg position, heavy hands and incorrect application of the aids this is an outstanding guide for anyone aiming for grace, balance and accuracy in their riding.Each of the 100 features includes a technique to work on and advice on what might go wrong and how to put it right. Focus is also given to the right mental approach, rounding off this complete riding problem solver.Classical riding instructor Susan McBane offers simple yet effective advice on how to identify and remedy 100 of the most common riding problems, with a straightforward and accessible approach to horses.Designed in easy-to-reference sections, 100 Ways to Improve Your Riding is the ultimate equestrian problem solTable of ContentsSetting yourself up for success; Seat and weight; Hands and arms; Head; Shoulders and back; Legs; Non-communication; Schooling techniques; Mental approach; Final Thoughts; Index.
£14.39
David & Charles 100 Ways to Improve Your Horses Schooling
Book SynopsisOffers a comprehensive gallery of ideas for improving the training of different horses. This book includes chapters, which deal with a range of topics progressing from improving stable manners and ridden skills, to checking riding habits and honing a mental approach to schooling.Table of ContentsRoads to Rome; General thoughts; Be prepared; Groundwork; Flatwork; Lateral work; Working with poles; Basic jumping; Hacking; Competition; Useful addresses; Further reading; Index.
£15.19
David & Charles How to Create the Perfect Riding Horse
Book SynopsisThis is a frank and encouraging guide aimed at everyone who knows their horse could be better. Key requirements of a perfect riding horse are identified and then explored in depth with a detailed breakdown of how to train each element. The perfect horse requires the perfect rider, and simple yet effective ways to become the rider your perfect horse deserves are discussed so you can train both yourself and your horse. This book takes the reader all the way from choosing the right horse through mastering the basics, lateral work and introducing jumping, all presented in a contemporary ''magazine-style'' format. It also provides ''inside'' knowledge and essential ingredients with clear step-by-step photography and text to help readers create their perfect riding horse for any discipline or level of ability.Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1 Choosing the right horse; 2 Good to handle; 3 Listens to the rider; 4 A great partner; 5 Calm, willing and forward going; 6 Fantastic brakes; 7 Excellent steering; 8 Light and responsive; 9 Supple; 10 Smooth transitions; 11 Wonderful paces; 12 Stunning self-carriage; 13 Courageous, trustworthy and sensible; 14 Confident jumper; Acknowledgements; Index.
£16.19
The Crowood Press Ltd 100 School Exercises for Dressage
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£15.29
The Crowood Press 100 Exercises for Showjumping
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£15.29
