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First published in 1733 as Ecole de Cavalerie, this book is considered as the beginning of modern equitation. Here, for the first time, is the complete work.

About the Author:
Francois Robichon de la Gueriniere was born in France in about 1688 and died in 1751. Little is known (more…)

See larger image School of Horsemanship (Hardcover) By (author) Francois Robichon de la Gueriniere List Price: $88.95 USD New From: $62.27 In Stock Used from: $84.50 In Stock

Charles Harris was the first and only pupil to complete the 1948-1951 course at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. Every day he wrote down what he learned, illustrating each point and filling two thick notebooks.

These numbered notes are faithfully reproduced just as he wrote them, forming a unique record of (more…)

See larger image Workbooks from the Spanish School 1948-1951 (Hardcover) By (author) Charles Harris List Price: $110.00 USD New From: $64.14 In Stock Used from: $84.97 In Stock

Training The Horse in Hand presents a complete system for the development of the young horse, from its first lessons on the lunge line through the highest levels of dressage. All lessons are discussed, including lateral work, leg-yielding, shoulder-in, piaffe, passage, Spanish walk, and airs above the ground. The author places special value (more…)

See larger image Training the Horse in Hand: The Classical Iberian Principles (Hardcover) By (author) Alfons J. Dietz List Price: $29.95 USD New From: $16.83 In Stock Used from: $16.83 In Stock

About Domenique Barbier
Whatever 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 (more…)

See larger image Intimacy in French Classical Dressage: The Spirit of Sideways Movements Vol. III & IV (DVD) Director: Metropolitan Productions Starring: Dominique Barbier Rating: G (General Audience) List Price: $79.95 USD New From: $79.95 In Stock Release date February 20, 2009.

We believe that you are about to discover a unique collection of ideas that, regardless of your style or riding ability, will change your relationship with horses forever. In producing these DVDs, we were all enchanted by the experience of watching Dominique & his horses relate so beautifully; a bond between man and horse that, at first, had (more…)

See larger image Intimacy in French Classical Dressage: Volumes I & II (DVD) Director: Metropolitan Productions Starring: Dominique Barbier Rating: G (General Audience) List Price: $79.95 USD New From: $79.95 In Stock Release date February 20, 2009.

A lavish history of classical riding, from ancient times to modern competition, now available again. Featuring more than 100 photos. An Equestrian Edge Book Club Selection.

From the Publisher
Classical riding historian Sylvia Loch here traces the development (more…)

See larger image Dressage: The Art of Classical Riding (Hardcover) By (author) Sylvia Loch List Price: $45.00 USD New From: $34.20 In Stock Used from: $25.00 In Stock

One of the most outspoken critics of the modern dressage world reveals some disturbing facts about the physical, anatomical, and mental effects through official dressage guidelines as issued by the German Horse Society (FN) on horses. By comparing these with philosophies of masters of classical riding such as La Gueriniere and Baucher, (more…)

See larger image Twisted Truths of Modern Dressage: A Search for a Classical Alternative (Hardcover) By (author) Philippe Karl List Price: $64.95 USD New From: $40.92 In Stock Used from: $56.63 In Stock

Egon von Neindorff dedicated his life to the knowledge and promotion of the classical art of riding. He never wanted to be a reformist but purely an interpreter. He truly understood the philosophy of classical riding and was therefore able to teach his numerous national and international students to develop their own style. The essence of classical dressage requires (more…)

See larger image The Art of Classical Horsemanship (Hardcover) By (author) Egon von Neindorff List Price: $65.00 USD New From: $38.89 In Stock Used from: $38.87 In Stock

Review: “An excellent book not only for those involved with dressage, but for the hunter/jumper/combined training disciplines as well.”  —Today’s Equestrian. “I strongly reccommend this book for all. This book is a must for anyone with any pretentions to riding.”  —British Horse. “Should be given as compulsory reading to all judges, trainers, riders— (more…)

See larger image Tug of War: Classical Versus "Modern" Dressage: Why Classical Training Works and How Incorrect Riding Negatively Affects Horses' Health (Hardcover) By (author) Gerd Heuschmann List Price: $24.95 USD New From: $15.29 In Stock Used from: $15.10 In Stock