Lungeing, Long-Reining and In-Hand Schooling

Author: Claire Lilley
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1908809698
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 342

Book Description
Schooling the horse is not just about riding - many problems or misunderstandings between horse and rider can, and should be, sorted out on the ground before attempting to ride at all. This book explains how to school your horse from the ground, starting with fundamental techniques, and gives progressive exercises to work through. It explains the importance of stretching work, how to establish a correct outline, and how to build strength and suppleness. Remedial work is also included to improve crookedness, unbalance, and stiffness, for example. Also covered is the use of training aids where necessary, and schooling over ground poles and cavaletti, as well as jumping the horse on the lunge.Observing your horse working without a rider gives you valuable insight as to the correctness of his paces, how his muscle development can be improved, and his general attitude and willingness. When your horse is moving beautifully on his own, there is no reason why he cannot do the same with you in the saddle.

Long Reining

Author: Philippe Karl
Publisher: J. A. Allen, Limited
ISBN: 9780851318790
Category : Long reining (Horsemanship)
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
A step-by-step guide to the method of training horses in long reins written by a pupil of the Cadre Noir accompanied by photographs taken at Saumur. This invaluable work, regarded as a standard text in both Germany and France, appears here in the second English language edition. Includes chapters on movement and anatomy, flatwork and jumping, lateral movements, piaffe and passage and the progression to ridden work.

Lungeing and Long-reining

Author: Jennie Loriston-Clarke
Publisher: Kenilworth Press
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 104

Book Description
The guidelines in this book aim to achieve a greater understanding between horse and rider while offering advice on training foals and young horses, lungeing over fences and general handling techniques, as well as such advanced long-reining exercises as passage, shoulder-in and flying changes.

Horse Training In-Hand

Author: Ellen Schuthof-Lesmeister
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
ISBN: 1646010191
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 483

Book Description
Working the horse from the ground—schooling "in-hand" as it has been known for centuries—has long been an integral part of classical horse training. Now, this gorgeously illustrated book explains in clear, step-by-step lessons how the modern-day horse owner can incorporate classical groundwork in her daily interactions with her equine partner—to both their benefit and enjoyment. Whether schooling green or young horses; retraining problem horses or those with poor foundations; warming-up advanced mounts prior to workouts; confirming lateral movements on the ground before attempting them on horseback; or supplementing everyday under-saddle exercises, work in-hand provides a wonderful way to advance the horse's education, as well as the standard of communication between horse and handler. Its gradual progression of work on the longe, double-longe, long lines, short reins, and long reins is the perfect addition to the training program that has grown a little stale or boring; the manageable solution to countless problems that commonly arise in daily work with horses; and by definition, an equestrian art form unto itself. With over 100 color photographs—including many detailed series shots—to demonstrate correct body positioning, and meticulously hand-drawn illustrations to guide you through the often-confusing land of lateral work, Horse Training In-Hand is the first book ever to help shed classical groundwork's mystique while conscientiously preserving its magic. Find out for yourself how schooling in-hand can give your training program a brand new look and feel, forever transforming "workouts" and "schooling sessions" into artistic endeavors that yield breathtaking results.

Training the Horse in Hand

Author: Alfons Dietz
Publisher: Cadmos Verlag Gmbh
ISBN: 9783861279112
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
The origins of modern dressage lie in the Classical style of riding as practiced at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna; this book goes back to those roots, showing how horses can be trained in hand—without a rider, using the lunge or long rein. Although most equestrian hobbyists do not practice these specialist training methods themselves, the principles involved are of exceptional interest to dressage enthusiasts and traditional trainers. As a result, this textbook is more than a practical training manual; it is an attractive reading package with excellent color photographs.

How to Lunge Your Horse Safely and Effectively

Author: Christopher Conradt
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 85

Book Description
Learn to Lunge Your Horse Safely and Effectively Prepare your young, un-backed horse to carry a rider Teach him to understand and respond to your vocal aids and to accustom him to going forward on his own without being led Develop a level of communication with your horse to deepen understanding and trust Teach your in-experienced horse to be controlled by a contact to his head and to go in a rhythmical, balanced manner Assess and observe your horse's way of going and attitude of mind from the ground Give your stabled horse on non-riding days some physical exercise and help him relax mentally Exercise your horse when he cannot wear a saddle because of a temporary injury to his back Settle and loosen-up your fresh horse before riding Correct your horse's neck and back problems, encourage him to track up, work from behind to the bit and loosen and supple his stiff side if he prefers to work on a particular rein Lungeing may look easy, but if you want it to be effective and improve the way your horse is going, you have to learn the correct way to work with your horse on the lunge. Christopher Conrad will take you on a practical, easy to understand step-by-step journey explaining clearly where and how to lunge, what equipment is needed, and how it is fitted and used correctly. In this completely revised and updated version of Vol. 1 of the Avalon Horse Training Series you will discover: ✓ How You Introduce Your Horse to Loose-Schooling ✓ How You Lunge Your Horse Safely and Effectively Which most suitable equipment you should use How you handle the lunge-line and whip How your body position and voice aids influence your horse How you use side-reins and a chambon ✓ How You Introduce Your Young Horse to Lungeing The Does and Don'ts of leading your horse in hand How you safely introduce a roller and boots to your young horse How you teach your horse the meaning of the lungeing aids ✓ How You Long-Rein Your Horse with Two Lunge-Lines. You will also get a blueprint for a meaningful lungeing session and a guide about how to deal with specific problems that can occur when working with your horse from the ground. This natural horse training guide with many practical tips and pictures will teach you everything you need to know about lungeing your horse safely and get the most benefit from your lungeing sessions. The Avalon Horse Training Series is a comprehensive set of training guides specially written for riders, trainers and instructors who want to improve their horsemanship and be able to produce a happy, healthy, well-schooled and co-operative equine partner and friend. Check out: ★ Vol. 2 - "How to Train Your Horse Successfully" to master your dressage goals and transform your horse's performance ★ Vol. 3 - "How to Train Your Horse To Jump Safely and Confidently". Don't let another day go by, pick up your copy now to get started.

Long Reining

Author: Thomas Ritter
Publisher: Cadmos Verlag Gmbh
ISBN: 9780857880192
Category : Dressage
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
It is no wonder that more and more riders are discovering the old tradition of long reining for themselves. It helps the horse to improve his balance and ability to collect without the weight of the rider, and it lends itself well to training difficult movements in a horse friendly manner. Dr. Thomas Ritter explains the correct aids from the beginning through Haute École in practical terms. Thanks to the discussion of frequent mistakes and their corrections, long reining novices and experienced trainers alike can find much new information here. The author's passion and enthusiasm for long reining are evident throughout. Many helpful tips invite you to experiment!

200+ School Exercises with Poles

Author: Claire Lilley
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1908809655
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 458

Book Description
This book discusses ground-pole training for all disciplines and shows how you can make the most of precious schooling time. It provides quick and easy pole layouts, using just a handful of poles. Different exercises are given for each pole layout, so there is no need to move the poles during a session. Exercises range from the simple to the more intricate, with the inclusion of more transitions, lateral work, raised poles/cavalletti, or riding in a different gait. Claire Lilley explains how these pole exercises can help you to ride with precision and improve your horse's way of going, adhering to the scales of training. You can also use the different layouts to check whether you are sitting straight, turning correctly, and riding transitions and lateral movements properly. She lists common rider faults for each exercise to help riders self-correct if schooling alone. As an experienced trainer herself, Claire knows that this book will prove an invaluable resource for riding instructors, providing a veritable cookbook of ideas for lesson plans. Poles are a great teaching tool, adding variety to every lesson and helping the teacher to explain lessons to the pupil. Teacher's tips are given for each exercise. Claire says: "Try the exercises for yourself and I'm sure you will be amazed at the improvements that can be made both in your riding technique and in your horse's way of going. You will never be bored with schooling again!"

Solving Equine Behaviour Problems

Author: Rose M. Scofield
Publisher: CABI
ISBN: 1789244870
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 155

Book Description
Horses can develop a range of behavioural problems, which if left untreated, could cause the relationship between horse and human to break down. With many different well-meaning opinions offered to solve such situations, it can be difficult to find the right path. In this book, Rose Scofield examines behavioural issues using the latest academic research. Offering practical solutions and with useful diagrams and photographs throughout, the book helps to protect and develop the horse-human relationship.

Basic Training of the Young Horse

Author: Ingrid Klimke
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1908809914
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 519

Book Description
Over 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.