Manual of Equitation

An authoritative system of training for horse and rider, from novice to advance standard. The book covers training the rider, from the rider's position for flatwork and jumping to training the horse, from the gaits to the initial training of foals and young horses.

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The authoritative system of training for horse and rider, from novice to advance standard. Part one covers training the rider: the rider's position for flatwork and jumping - establishing the rider's position, position on the lunge - theory and use of the aids. Part two covers training the horse. The gaits - lungeing, initial training of foals and young horses, basic training of the horse, improving performance, advanced training on the flat, teaching the horse to jump, and cross country training.