Basic
Training of the Young Horse
by Reiner Klimke
Book Description:
In this fundamental yet precise and detailed guide to the correct schooling
of the horse, the legendary dressage rider and trainer Dr. Reiner Klimke
addresses an array of horsemanship issues, from handling the foal and backing
the young horse to flatwork, jumping, and cross-country riding, as well
as saddlery and general equine health and fitness.
In a clear, easily understandable style, Klimke bases his advice on
the proven methods which he himself learned and then applied over the course
of his 25-year career schooling young horses and competing to victories
at the highest levels of equestrian competition. A wide range of topics
are discussed, including:
* free schooling * principles of flatwork * development of impulsion
* problem solving * forward and lateral aids * work over ground poles *
training horses with temperament and conformation problems * And more!
The essential guide for all riders, trainers, and breeders who want
to school their young horses correctly from the very beginning, BASIC TRAINING
OF THE YOUNG HORSE is an education in the sound, practical, and theoretical
knowledge of an unquestionable authority in the field.
Reiner Klimke was one of the world's most versatile and successful
riders and trainers. Olympic gold medallist, World Dressage Champion, and
European Horse Trials Champion were just a few of his achievements. How
did Reiner Klimke achieve so much? How did he pick his horses? How did
he train them? What was his philosophy? These questions and more are answered
in this book, a worldwide best seller, which has sold over 30,000 copies
in this first English language edition translated by Sigrid Young and edited
by Jane Kidd. Every aspect of the education of a young horse is covered
in this book including: education of the foal; lungeing and backing; loose
schooling; principles of flatwork; development of the gaits; problem solving;
forward and lateral aids; training horses with temperament and conformation
faults; the development of 'Schwung'; work over ground poles; jumping;
and fitness training plans. (6 X 9, 144 pages, color photos, illustrations,
diagrams)
Paperback from The Lyons Press
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