Art of Training

The Art of Training covers the philosophy of training biomechanics the "language of touch" and the rider's technique. There is a clear and detailed explanation of the movements and exercises in a andprogressive training programme. Enhanced with clear line drawings by Tina Hutton this book is a treasure from a true master of horsemanship.

Publisher: Half Halt Press
Format: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 186
Author: Hans von Blixen Finecke
Author Notes: Baron Nils Gustaf Fredrik Bror "Hans" von Blixen-Finecke, Jr. (20 July 1916 in Link 16 February 2005 in Penzance, Great Britain) was a Swedish horse rider who competed in the 1952 Summer Olympics and in the 1956 Summer Olympics. In 1952 he and his horse Jubal were part of the Swedish eventing team which won the gold medal in the team eventing. They also won the gold medal in the individual eventing competition. Four years later he competed with his horse Jubal again. They finished 24th in the individual eventing. The Swedish eventing team was not able to finish the team competition.