Recognizing that modern day dressage has become more of a sport than an art form, this guide advocates for a revival of schooling that emphasizes pleasure for both the horse and the rider. The discussion focuses first on how the rider learns in the classical system and then turns to the selection and management of the horse. Addressed to riders of all ages and skill levels—and to animal lovers generally—this moving appeal successfully showcases a humane riding tradition.
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"For a long time now there has been a requirement for such a book—unreservedly dedicated to the well-being of the horse, despite training to the very highest level. It should become standard reading for every dedicated horse lover." —Klaus Balkenhol, Olympic gold medalist and coach to the U.S. dressage team
"Beran provides readers a twenty-first-century classical riding how-to guide. Throughout, gorgeous color photographs demonstrate movements and lessons on horses at various stages of schooling." —Equine Journal
"You'll get some great advice on training your horse in a sensitive and time-tested way. Beran effectively brings classical principles into the 21st century." —Horsemen's Yankee Pedlar
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Anja Beran is a professional horsewoman trained in the Iberian riding style. She owns and operates Gut Rosenhof, a training school in Germany. Dr. Gerd Heuschmann is a veterinarian with a research interest in the training of horses in equestrian sports.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent source for Classical Riders,
By Linda McLachlan (New Zealand) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Classical Schooling with the Horse in Mind: Gentle Gymnastic Training Techniques (Hardcover)
Anya Beran is a beautiful rider, and in this book shares her methods in a way that is easy to read and digest, and then put into practice. Her methods are of great benefit to the horses well being and longevity, and the inserts from Dr Gerd Heuschmann, help to understand the mechanics of the horse and why this type of training works so well.
18 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
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Few Training Techniques,
This review is from: Classical Schooling with the Horse in Mind: Gentle Gymnastic Training Techniques (Hardcover)
I was so disappointed in this book that I returned it, which I have never done before. The philosophy of humane treatment of the dressage horse is great, and the anatomical analysis is good, but I really wanted training techniques and there was little of that in my opinion in this book. I bought Dr. Gerd Heuschmann's "Tug Of War: Classical Versus 'Modern' Dressage" and that is great -- has the philosophy and the anatomy that I need to take good care of and strengthen and improve my horse in training, and it was less expensive. I still need to find a good training manual.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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An Equestrian's MUST READ,
By Book Buffy (New Zealand) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Classical Schooling with the Horse in Mind: Gentle Gymnastic Training Techniques (Hardcover)
First read Dr. Heuschmann's "Tug of War" and then Ms. Beran's "Classical Schooling". Then think. Then get on your horse. Please: in that order.
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