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The author examines the particular issues involved with teaching children, pleasure riders, and competitors at all levels — and brings her text to life with thought-provoking scenarios.  - Deals with modern coaching techniques and how they can be applied to the equestrian environment - Written for riding teachers who wish to enhance their teaching skills, especially those who are newly qualified or still studying for their teaching certificate. - Excellent background reading for those seeking to achieve the UK Coaching Certificate in Equestrian Sport.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book focuses on the skills of coaching rather than how to teach the actual skills of riding. In true Islay Auty style this book is easy to read and hard to put down. 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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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSylvia Loch has written much about the art of dressage and the Iberian breeds. Indeed her book \u003ci\u003eThe Royal Horse of Europe\u003c\/i\u003e is perhaps the most definitive work on the Iberian horse. \u003ci\u003eThe Balanced Horse\u003c\/i\u003e 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 Print\u003cbr\u003eIn her new book, \u003ci\u003eThe Balanced Horse\u003c\/i\u003e, 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. 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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. 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However, research shows that, in reality, this biological fabric links muscles into functional chains, rather like strings of sausages.\u003cbr\u003e 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. \u003cbr\u003e  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. \u003cbr\u003e   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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf there is one equestrian author who single-handedly changed how we looked at riding it has to be Mary Wanless. \u003ci\u003eRider Biomechanics\u003c\/i\u003e 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 Broderick\u003cbr\u003eMary Wanless – who's extremely well-known for her previous books dedicated to rider position (\u003ci\u003eRide With Your Mind\u003c\/i\u003e) – has put more of her knowledge and training onto the pages or \u003ci\u003eRider Biomechanics\u003c\/i\u003e... 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith disciplined training – we can all edge towards riding and looking as it we're sitting elegantly, not doing a lot!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- Wendy Parsons * Essex Rider *\u003cbr\u003eMary 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForeword\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgements\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003ePART 1: THE FASCIAL NET AND FEEL\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 - Fascia\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 - Feel\u003cbr\u003ePART 2: FRONT, BACK AND SIDES - THE OUTER SLEEVE\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 - The Rider's Front and Back Lines\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 - The Horse's Superficial Front and Back Lines and Riding Implications\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 - The Lateral Lines in Rider and Horse - the Intermediate and Outer Stability Systems\u003cbr\u003ePART 3: FUNCTIONAL LINES AND ARM LINES - PUSHING THE HANDS FORWARD\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6: The Functional Lines\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7: The Arm Lines\u003cbr\u003ePART 4: TWISTS, TURNS AND THE REAL DEAL OF THE CORE\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8: The Spiral Lines\u003cbr\u003eChapter 9: The Deep Front Line\u003cbr\u003eConclusion - Riding as a Long-term Project\u003cbr\u003eGlossary\u003cbr\u003eInternet Connectivity\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Quiller Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48742546014551,"sku":"9781910016145","price":20.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781910016145.jpg?v=1720061847"},{"product_id":"the-principles-of-riding-basic-training-for-horse-and-rider-9781910016121","title":"The Principles of Riding: Basic Training for","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first edition of \u003cb\u003eThe Principles of Riding\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Principles of Riding\u003c\/b\u003e 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. 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While this title is aimed at equestrians the content applies to all sports and indeed many walks of life.  -- Chris Stafford\u003cbr\u003eInga gives a great insight into why sports psychology is at the cutting edge of equestrian sport and has lots of inspiring examples of how top riders have used it to their advantage, plus techniques for you to use to improve your own performance. Vital reading for all who compete!  -- Fiona Price\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePerfect Mind: Perfect Ride\u003c\/i\u003e is a really interesting and comprehensive book. 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Where does one find leadership within the equine industry? How does one know to whom to turn for information? Does riding require an instructor, a trainer, a coach? Can you get by with part-time guidance? Can you effectively learn on your own, with just the occasional directive, and still find personal or competitive success? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith this book, renowned clinician and international team coach \u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eEric Smiley intends to fill the gap when it comes to these questions and others, providing a reliable resource and educational companion for any aspiring equestrian. Smiley addresses fundamental topics pertinent to riders, with philosophical discussion and practical exercises applicable to all levels. Along the way he strives to educate them on being taught, and perhaps, one day, becoming the teachers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis aim is to bring together the mind of the rider with the mind of the horse, while highlighting the key component in their synergy: understanding. How that understanding is acquired, retained, and put to use is the key to success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEric Smiley is one of the few in the equestrian world who has gone from being a top international rider to a top international trainer and coach. He has a great technical knowledge that he combines with a well-thought-through ideology and philosophy. Eric is a naturally good horseman who has a common-sense approach to not just coaching the horse and rider, but also to solving problems where they occur. It’s therefore no surprise to me that Eric has given his book the title Two Brains, One Aim, and it’s a must read for not just coaches but also for riders on all levels.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e -- Yogi Breisner\u003cbr\u003eIt is a truism to say that the best coaches are those who are themselves great students. For the 40 years I have been his supporter and colleague, Eric Smiley has always been a great student. Always listening, always questioning, always thoughtful, he never rests on his laurels but continually looks for new challenges and better ideas. This attitude, combined with his wide experience, gives his words special value.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e -- William Micklem\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI have known Eric Smiley, for many years, firstly as a competitor and then as an instructor, trainer and coach up to championship level. Eric has, like me, worked with riders at every level of experience and natural ability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI have had the opportunity to read his book Two Brains, One Aim and am struck by the evident practical horsemanship that comes through combined with reference and connection to the classical principles of equitation. Eric often puts himself into the mind and skin of the horse, so his advice has obvious feeling at its heart—what it feels like to be a horse. At the same time he also relates to the pupil and what it is like to be taught a skill.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is an interesting and thought-provoking book for anyone involved as a coach, instructor, or trainer at any level in the sport.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e -- Christopher Bartle\u003cbr\u003eI have known Eric Smiley, watched him ride\/compete and teach for many years, indeed, have been on the receiving end of some of these lessons. He has always had an incredible ability to break down any problems with a sympathetic and easily understood method—often with a great sense of humor added to take the sting out of any constructive criticism. This book will be an incredible help and reference point for any equestrian. Covering all aspects of training, teaching, and understanding of our equine athletes, it is a must-have.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e -- Ian Stark, OBE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter One: Introduction Chapter Two: How You Learn Chapter Three: Coaching Now and Then Chapter Four: How Horses Learn Chapter Five: The Young Horse Chapter Six: The Inappropriate Partner Chapter Seven: Early Training Chapter Eight: Developing Skills Chapter Nine: The Gaits Chapter Ten: Dressage Outside the Arena Chapter Eleven: Pole Work Chapter Twelve: Jumping in the Arena Chapter Thirteen: Riding in Open Space Chapter Fourteen: At the Competition  Final Thoughts Acknowledgements Index","brand":"Quiller Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48742546407767,"sku":"9781910016404","price":17.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781910016404.jpg?v=1720061848"},{"product_id":"pony-care-a-complete-guide-to-buying-and-caring-for-your-first-pony-9781910016305","title":"Pony Care: A complete guide to buying and caring","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAimed at the first-time pony owner, this book provides sound and practical advice on all aspects of finding, buying and caring for a pony. 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