Horseback Riding For Dummies

Horseback Riding For Dummies
Author: Audrey Pavia
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2011-02-14
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1118051149

You’ve always dreamed of riding horses. So what are you waiting for? It’s time you realized your equestrian dreams and learned to ride like a pro on the back of a noble steed. And Horseback Riding for Dummies shows you how. Don’t know a horse’s head from its tail, a trot from a canter, withers from a fetlock? No problem. Coauthored by a medal-winning equestrian and nationally respected equestrian trainer, it tells you what you need to know about that elegant animal, body and soul, to become an accomplished rider. And it trains you in all the technical basics of riding for fun or competition, including how to: Find a good stable and instructor Select riding gear Warm up and keep riding muscles fit Establish a rapport with a horse Cue a horse to walk, jog, trot, lope, and cantor Ride in the ring and on trails Improve your balance and timing Compete in horse shows Buy and care for your own horse Stop dreaming about it and learn to ride like the wind with Horseback Riding for Dummies—the ultimate beginner’s guide to all things equestrian.

Learn to Ride!

Learn to Ride!
Author: Charlotte Godfrey
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2009-09
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781449507671

Learn to Ride! is an educational guide for beginning horsemen, ages 6 through 12 years, written with an emphasis on safety and fun. The topics explored are: the "parts" of a horse, the color and markings of horses, how to halter a horse, how to catch a horse, how to lead a horse, how to groom a horse, how to show a horse "in-hand," riding safety, arena safety, feeding horses, feeding treats safely, treat recipes, dressage, a simple dressage test and a congratulations to the new horseman. Questions follow each chapter in the book. Young horsemen and horsewomen can answer the questions - either with their instructor or alone. Some of the questions are about things not discussed in the book! Those questions are asked to encourage the reader to think about them and to discuss them with others. With this book and an instructor, whether the instructor be a parent, friend or paid professional, young horsemen and horsewomen will be exposed to the basics of good horsemanship and learn a safe approach to the wonderful world of horses.

A Gymnastic Riding System Using Mind, Body, and Spirit

A Gymnastic Riding System Using Mind, Body, and Spirit
Author: Betsy Steiner
Publisher: Trafalgar Square
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2003
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781570760921

A unique, highly illustrated book that offers training techniques for the mind, body, and spirit of both rider and horse, including a specially designed Pilates program for riders.

Riding Logic

Riding Logic
Author: Wilhelm Museler
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Total Pages: 325
Release: 2021-04-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1646011015

Out of print for more than 20 years, this classic book on equitation introduces and explains the art of riding. Updated with all new color photography of contemporary riders and horses, it includes details on training the rider, schooling the horse, cross-country riding, dressage exercises, and jumping techniques. It expertly provides a wealth of practical knowledge and experience and concisely lays down rules and guidelines that are as applicable today as when the book was written more than 70 years ago. Beginners and experts alike will find the instructions easy to follow and will benefit from the essential theoretical background provided here but so often overlooked in modern riding.

Smart Ass

Smart Ass
Author: Margaret Winslow
Publisher: New World Library
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2018-11-15
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 160868590X

How do you resolve a midlife crisis? Margaret Winslow, an overworked college professor in New York City, answered a for-sale ad for a "Large White Saddle Donkey." Hilarity ensued, along with life-threatening injuries and spirit-enriching insight. Walk with Winslow and Caleb the donkey through training traumas, expert-baffling antics, and humiliating races, and share in Winslow's gradual understanding of Caleb's true, undeniable gifts: a willingness to be true to himself no matter the circumstances, to trust, and to forgive. As she and Caleb learn to thrive, you'll learn the importance of being true to your own pure and powerful self.

The Gentle Art of Horseback Riding

The Gentle Art of Horseback Riding
Author: Gincy Self Bucklin
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2013
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1450412742

Step-by-step lessons teach riders of all ages basics, including developing a good relationship with the horse, mounting and riding, and progresses to more advanced skills, including jumps.

Learn Windsurfing in a Weekend

Learn Windsurfing in a Weekend
Author: Mary Gordon-Watson
Publisher: Knopf
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1992
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780679412779

A complete introduction to the sport, explaining everything from the board and sail, to how to get back to shore, to the best places to sail.

My Horses, My Teachers

My Horses, My Teachers
Author: Alois Podhajsky
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2021-08-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1570769796

This classic memoir by the former director of the renowned Spanish Riding School explores the age-old relationship between horse and rider. Timeless, inspiring, and full of valuable advice. A book every rider should read.

Teaching Horseback Riding Lessons

Teaching Horseback Riding Lessons
Author: Sally Cochran
Publisher:
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2012-08-31
Genre: Horsemanship
ISBN: 9780988218109

"This book will walk the new (or established) riding instructor through advertising and marketing, horse selection, location, and contracts, how to teach students to handle the horse from the ground as well as instructing through the gaits of walk, trot, and canter. It will guide you through teaching your students how to jump, plus has lots of example less plans, hundreds of ideas for incorporating obstacles, ideas, and equipment into your lessons. Here we will answer many questions, as well as bringing up a lot of questions that you need to answer or consider." -- back cover

Confessions of a Timid Rider

Confessions of a Timid Rider
Author: Heather Wallace
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2018-06-04
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781387812899

A memoir detailing a woman's insights about being an anxiety-ridden but passionate equestrian. After returning to riding as a mother, she is determined to follow her dreams despite the fear she is somehow lacking in talent or ability. An in-depth look into the heart and head of a returning adult equestrian, this message is not limited only those with horse experience. In fact, Confessions of a Timid Rider is the perfect book to read for anyone whom even for a moment questions their value in their designated profession or life choice. This book will inspire you to pursue your dreams despite the inner voice that says you arenÕt good enough.