Archive for June, 2009
Saturday, June 27th, 2009William Cavendish (1593-1676), the Earl, Marquis, and Duke of Newcastle, was one of the most accomplished men of his era. This is the classic book on horsemanship, complete with 42 superb engravings. Continue reading
Tags: 1743, Cavendish, Duke, Horsemanship, Newcastle, William
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Wednesday, June 24th, 2009The complete diaries of Charles Harris, the first and only pupil to complete the 1948-1951 course at the Spanish Riding School. Daily notes of his experiences at the SRS, what he learned, illustrating every point. This is an incredible and unique record of classical horsemanship! Continue reading
Tags: Classical, Dressage, Hardcover, Riding, School, Spanish, Workbooks
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Wednesday, June 24th, 2009In the tradition of the Spanish Riding School, Alfons J. Dietz presents a thorough system for development of the young horse. From the first lessons at the longe all the way up to the haute ecole of the pillars, Alfons demonstrates the cause and effect of everything we do. Continue reading
Tags: Classical, Hand, Hardcover, Horse, Iberian, Principles, Training
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Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009A terrific book focused on solid basics, explained in a straight forward and traditional manner, leading to more advanced work. Kyra Kyrklund simplifies the whole process of starting your Dressage horse and moving him up the levels. Continue reading
Tags: Dressage, Hardcover, Kyra, Kyrklund, Method, Training
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Monday, June 22nd, 2009Krowchuk Dressage student Alyssa Sullivan rides her Purebred Arabian CF Sambucca to three first place and two second place wins at USEF/USDF GDCTA Dressage show. Continue reading
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Saturday, June 20th, 2009Whatever the situation with your horse, we all need an order of techniques to use when something goes wrong – this DVD meets that need… To dance, you need some direction or the dance looks silly – same when riding your horse. -Dominique Barbier Continue reading
Tags: Classical, Dressage, French, Intimacy, Movements, Sideways, Spirit
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Thursday, June 18th, 2009Another of my all time favorite exercise books written by the amazing Isabel Werth, 2008 Olympic Gold and Silver medalist! Over 100 dressage movements explained in detail covering the what, the how, and most importantly the why! Practical and easy-to-follow, this resource promises to take the mystery out of dressage schooling forever. Continue reading
Tags: Demonstrated, Dressage, Hardcover, Isabell, Movements, Olympian, School, Sourcebook, Tips, Werth
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Tuesday, June 16th, 2009Domenique Barbier, author of “Dressage for the New Age” takes his holistic and sensitive approach to riding and training into video where you can see first hand that there is much much more to his concepts than new age mumbo jumbo. Open your mind and ride! Continue reading
Tags: Classical, Dressage, French, Intimacy
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Monday, June 15th, 2009Walter Zettl’s second book “In the Circle of Trust” discusses the people who have a crucial influence on the welfare of horses and the future of our sport, Dressage. Zettl’s intention in writing this book is to challenge all those involved with horses to acknowledge the mission and commitment of their chosen roles. Continue reading
Tags: Circle, Essence, Horses, Reflections, Trust
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Monday, June 15th, 2009Krowchuk Dressage riding student Alyssa Sullivan takes her Krowchuk trained Purebred Arabian Mare CF Sambucca to her first Dressage show. Continue reading
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