The Principles of Riding: Basic Training for Horse and Rider

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This bestselling official instruction handbook of the German National Equestrian Federation has been completely revised and updated regarding language and content, while still taking into account the wellestablished principles of the 'Old Masters'. The Principles of Riding provides a complete instruction course of horse and rider using the German training system a system that has consistently produced international champions for many decades. The emphasis is on an integral approach to the interaction between horse and rider. It all depends on harmony between horse and rider. The correct seat and the appearance of the horse under the rider are regarded as the result of correct riding. AUTHOR: The German National Equestrian Federation, located in Warendorf, is one of the largest national equestrian federations in the world. Foundations were laid in 1905 as an assocation of breeders and riders with the goal to promote German bred horses. It now covers sports, breeding and personal members. SELLING POINTS: . First published over 50 years ago in 28 editions to date and with over 400,000 copies translated into 11 languages . Official instruction handbook of the German National Equestrian Federation . Accessible and easy to read style . Includes the basic training of the horse and rider, basic exercises and tips for riding in competitions . Guidelines for riding and driving band 1 . Written for riders at every level, trainers and equine students

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The 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 *

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The German National Equestrian Federation, located in Warendorf, is one of the largest national equestrian federations in the world. Foundations were laid in 1905 as an assocation of breeders and riders with the goal to promote German bred horses. It now covers sports, breeding and personal members.