The Beginning Dressage Book: Expert Advice on How to Train Your Horse in Dressage without Expensive Equipment [Paperback]

Kathryn Denby-Wrightson (Author), Joan Fry (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2004

A handbook on training your horse in dressage on your own and in your own backyard facility.

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From the Back Cover

The Beginning Dressage Book grew out of the real-life experience of Kathryn Denby-Wrightson, a professional trainer, teacher and judge, and Joan Fry, a backyard horse owner who sought to make riding a more rewarding experience for herself and her mount. That's what dressage is all about. It's a method of training that develops the horse's natural abilities - the way it moves and balances itself - so that it will seat his rider comfortably at any gait and is easily controlled under any circumstances.
With the help of this practical, down-to-earth handbook you will be able to develop your own riding skills and reeducate your horse into a smooth, relaxed, responsive horse who is a joy to ride. And you can do it easily and inexpensively in your own backyard.

About the Author

Kathryn Denby-Wrightson has been participating in dressage competition since she was 12 years old. She received her British Horse Society Instructor certificate from Colonel Ian Dudgeio of the Irish Olympic Team, and she has studied under a number of international masters.

Joan Fry is a horse owner who has written numerous articles on horses and riders.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Lyons Press; 1st edition (January 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592280404
• ISBN-13: 978-1592280407
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #423,795 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect BEGINNER book!, November 27, 2006

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Bethany Lewis "Country Lady" (Milton-Freewater, OR) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Beginning Dressage Book: Expert Advice on How to Train Your Horse in Dressage without Expensive Equipment (Paperback)

I bought this book to help me teach a TB mare that had trouble taking the canter with the same lead in both ends. I liked that this book was an easy read; not a text book style manual. She explains her reasoning behind her techniques and tells you exactly what to do. I have taken Dressage lessons for 10 years, so I knew most of what she was saying already, but it always help to clarify what you have in your mind with another rider's opinions and experience. I gave the book to my mother-in-law who is just starting Dressage and she is finding it very valuable. She said that it gives her a guideline and a place to start with things instructors may take for granted; how to place your leg, how to put on a Dressgae bridle, and then good basics for lunging. She gives voice commands that work for her and my mother-in-law found that very useful. This is a perfect book for someone new to Dressage or Dressage lessons.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good for beginners and first time riders, July 31, 2007

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This review is from: The Beginning Dressage Book: Expert Advice on How to Train Your Horse in Dressage without Expensive Equipment (Paperback)

Easy to understand, fully explained concepts and the reasons the movements behind the concepts work. Love the idea that finally an author has stated clearly what a half halt is and why it's important to all disciplines of riding, not just dressage. This is a book I would suggest my students own.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for anyone interested in dressage, September 13, 2004

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Well written, entertaining and informative. The Beginning Dressage Book would be an excellent addition to any horseman's library -- from beginner to advanced. Easy to understand and straightforward, an great tool for student or instructor. I highly recommend it!