Description
Book SynopsisKyra Kyrklund is one of the world's most talented dressage riders, and in this updated and revised edition of her very successful book she explains the unique system of training that has brought her repeated success with numerous horses, from the lower levels to Grand Prix. Step-by-step she guides the rider through what she calls her basic “ABCs,” revealing how she teaches horses to work hard, happily, while using the lightest aids possible. Throughout, she stresses the importance of an open and honest two-way communication between horse and rider—and above all else, a training system that is fair and enjoyable. Features three new chapters, including one on Kyrklund's famous horses, and many new photographs.
Trade ReviewFew of us could afford lessons with Kyra Kyrklund, but now you can have the next best thing at your fingertips. Her updated and extended
Dressage with Kyra explains the training methods the author has used to phenomenal success.
Kyra, top trainer, top competitor, dependable, thoughtful, authoritative, is endowed with those flashes of insight that light up horsemanship and her sport. She takes account of the modern development of competitive dressage while maintaining her own high standard of classical horsemanship. These techniques are expounded here with great clarity.
To dressage enthusiasts, Kyra Kyrklund will need no introduction, but this book has something to offer all riders interested in improving their horse's schooling and training... In addition to the excellent photographs there are plenty of clearly drawn exercises that the reader can take advantage of in their training.
Table of ContentsWho is Kyra KyrklandA Word from Jytte Lemkow
1. Communication — A Two Way System of Understanding 2. The History of Dressage and the Rider's Position 3. The Importance of the Trainer 4. Kyra's ABC 5. Straightness, Flexion and Leg-yielding 6. Turn on the Forehand and Rein Back 7. Collected Lateral Work 8. Canter Work 9. Flying Change of Leg 10. Improving the Gaits, Outline and Degree of Collection 11. Zigzag Half Passes in Trot and Canter 12. Pirouettes in Walk and Canter 13. Piaffe, Passage and the Transitions 14. Training Versus Competitive Riding 15. Judging Dressage by Jytte Lemkow 16. Kyra's Horses 17. Kyra's Trainers
Epilogue Kyra's Results in Major Competitions Index p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Minion Pro'}
