Complete Equine Training Manual

This is a truly comprehensive guide to the training of horses for all disciplines. There are practical lessons from a range of experts to help the rider or handler get the most from their horse whatever their chosen goal. It includes training for young horses as well as developing a good all rounder. The features include: masterclasses with top equestrian trainers Q&As for troubleshooting case studies and clear photography showing correct and incorrect schooling. Good range of topics is covered to give a broad appeal amongst horse owners and regular riders while each topic is dealt with thoroughly by experts offering ideas that will provide fresh insight.

Contents: Introduction: aims and principles; The importance of well-being - health and equipment checks; Part one: Training the youngster Early learning; Establishing ridden work; Bringing on the young horse; Part two: Groundwork Basic handling; Lungeing; Long lining; Groundwork games; Part three: Schooling on the flat What are your goals?; Straightness; Responsiveness; Rhythm; Suppleness; Lateral work; Advanced work; Part four: Schooling for jumping Polework; Grids; Courses; Cross-country; Part five: Other skills Bombproofing for happy hacking; Improving fitness; Solving ridden problems; Showing; Useful addresses; Index.