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Dr. Reiner Klimke presents the classically correct dressage through illustration. Visual learners will find this book just what you need. Continue reading

This is the auto-biography of Ahlerich and Dr. Reiner Klimke, Olympic Dressage Gold Medalists. I still get chills when I flashback to that gold medal ride way back in 1984. I wish I had it on video! Continue reading

Olympic Dressage trainer Reiner Klimke’s classic book on cavalletti work has been revised and brought back into print by his accomplished equestrian daughter, Ingrid Klimke. Ingrid Klimke has managed to maintain the classic work while bringing it up to date. Continue reading

The 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

In 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

A 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

Another 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

Modern-day master Paul Belasik combines modern innovative thought with an unshakable belief in the timeless, layered progression of the classical system of training horses. Extremely well illustrated, this is one of my favorite all time books! Continue reading

Remarkably, this is the only English-language book to cover all the great dressage masters, past and present, and to explain in depth the methods and schools represented! Over 100 photos trace classical equitation from antiquity, through the Baroque period to Nuno Oliveira, the Spanish Riding School and modern dressage competition. Continue reading

This USDF guide to dressage covers the history of dressage, an overview of proper terminology and equipment, as well as information on competition, crosstraining for other disciplines, management of the dressage horse, cross-training for achieving rider fitness, and more. Continue reading