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Dressage

This section covers Dressage and Classical Riding plus the 'Great Masters' - Books written before 1900 and reprinted.

Dressage Tips and Training Solutions by Petra + Wolfgang Holzel + Martin Plewa		QTY:
	Using the German Training System. In this unique manual, three top German trainers have joined forces to share their considerable knowledge and experience of producing superbly trainer horses and riders from novice to Grand Prix. It is the ultimate problem solving training manual, for dressage riders. Essential for those occasions when things do not go exactly accordingly to plan. It includes principles of training, training the rider's mind, preparation for competitions,  lungeing, rythm in a natural outline, basic collection, loose jumping, gymnastic jumping, paces and simple movements, working to advanced level + much, much, more. HB, B&W Photos + Superbly Illustrated, 160 pages. See it's companion book by the same authors 'Learn to Ride Using Sports Psychology' in the Sport Psychology section.

Dressage with Kyra by Kyra Kirkland and Jytte Lemkow		QTY:
	The Kyra Kirkland Training Method - Systematic, Logical, Consistant. A clear and concise guide to the  unique training system that has brought Kyra Kirkland so much success in the dressage world. HB, Colour + B&W Photos + Illustrated, 144 pages. Dressage.

Gymnastic Dressage Training using Mind, Body & Spirit by Betsy Steiner with Jennifer O. Bryant		QTY:
	Progressive Exercises for Horse and Rider.  Includes a Rider's Pilates Programme. 'This book maps out a marvellous approach to riding, using the classical training pyramid as a base for Betsy Steiner's mind, body and spirit system of training. She presents this together with solid, gymnastic, physical advice for both rider and horse, and the result is a unique compilation of all Betsy's best quality as a horseman." Klaus Balkenhol, Olympic Team Gold Medallist for Germany in 1992 and 1996, and Coach of the USA Dressage Team 200002004. HB, Colour Photos + Illustrated, 256 pages. Dressage, Pilates. This book really is excellent.

Less Than Perfect Horse by Jane Wallace		QTY:
	Problems Encountered and Solutions Explained.  Every horse, however perfect he may appear, will have produced some problems at some stage in his training. From twenty five years of experience of working with hundreds of horses in a variety of disciplines, Jane Wallace here sets out an invaluable training programme, starting with a blueprint for the ideal order of basic training to achieve maximum progress by asking the horse the right question at the right time. PB, Illustrated,  288 pages. Training, Dressage, Showjumping, Cross-Country, Eventing. Worth buying!!!!

More Cross-Training Book Two by Jane Savoie		QTY:
	Build a Better Performance Horse with Dressage. Do you want your horse to dance? to look as beautiful when ridden as when galloping around the field? Continuing on from her first book, Cross-Train Your Horse: Simple Dressage for Every Horse Jane Savoie delves further into the use of dressage techniques for all equestrian activities, in this book focusing more on sports that require a higher level of athleticism. Any serious rider who wants to deepen the human-equine bond, as well as help the horse excel as an athlete, will eagerly welcome this book.  HB, Colour Photos + Illustrated, 237 pages. Dressage, Showjumping, Western. Also by Jane Savoie 'That Winning Feeling' and the videos 'The Half-Halt Demystified'.

Practical Dressage Manual by Bengt Ljungouist		QTY:
	This manual has been compiled as a guide for the competitive rider and is dedicated to the basic training of the horse and its development up to the highest level, the Grand Prix test. HB, B&W Photos + Illustrated, 164 pages. Very Easy Reading!

Principles of Dressage by Brigadier General Kurt Albrecht		QTY:
	The author is a Former Commander of the Spanish Riding School of Vienna. One does not have to be exceptionally adept as a rider to want to study the serious literature of horsemanship. Without doubt, this book has been written for the serious student, but any rider will gain enormous benefit from reading it, and the expert will immediately recognise not only the truth, but also the greatness in every line. HB, B&W Drawings, 124 pages.

Principles of Riding by German National Equestrian Federation		QTY:
	This classic teaching manual provides a complete basic instruction course for horse and rider using the German training system - a system that has consistently produced international champions for many decades. This new edition has been fully revised and re-illustrated. There is increased emphasis on the psychological aspects of the horse and rider relationship. Also, the sections on jumping and cross-country have been expanded to reflect the importance of all round training. HB, Illustrated, 174 pages. EFA Level 1, Dressage, Showjumping, Eventing, Training, Behaviour.

Progressive School Exercises for Dressage and Jumping by Islay Auty, BA, FBHS		QTY:
	A Handbook for Instructors and Riders. This book provides a collection of exercises, on the flat and over fences, specifically designed for use in training more experienced riders and horses, whether in groups or as individuals, or schooling at home. PB, Fully Illustrated, 93 pages. Dressage, Jumping, Teaching.  See also 'School Exercises for Flatwork and Jumping' in Dressage.

School Exercises for Flatwork and Jumping by Eleanor Ross		QTY:
	A Handbook for Instructors and Riders. School Exercises is a graphic, clearly presented 'cookbook' of ideas and specimen exercises, compiled particularly for trainee Assistant instructors and aslo very useful for more experienced instructors and for riders schooling their onw horses or ponies. PB, Fully Illustrated, 95 pages. Coaching, General Training, Showjumping. A 'must have' book.