The Principles of Teaching Riding

Julian Marczak, proprietor of the renowned Suzanne's Riding School, Harrow, is currently Examinations Chairman of the ABRS, as well as an Executive Member and a Chief Examiner of the Association. Julian lives in Middlesex. Karen Bush holds the BHS Intermediate Teaching qualification, and for many years worked in commercial ABRS and BHS-approved riding establishments, teaching clients of all ages and levels. Karen lives in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire.

Part One: Fundamentals The Horse The Teacher Grading of Teachers The Rider Grading of Riders The Riding School Part Two: Facilities & Equipment The Riding Arena Rules of the School Riding Outdoors Arena Equipment Jumping Equipment Part Three: Horse & Rider Equipment Saddlery Clothing Whips Lungeing Part Four: Teaching Considerations Children Adults Nervous Riders Disabled & Handicapped Riders Safety Part Five: Teaching Skills Lesson Structure Teaching Aids Maintaining Motivation Teaching Style Communication Part Six: Types of Lesson Private and Group Lessons Lead-Rein Lessons Lunge Work Physical Exercises Jumping Lessons Hacks Riding to Music Lectures Part Seven: Other Considerations Public Relations Freelance Work Accident Procedure Appendices, Further Reading, Index