Advanced Dressage Training: Medium to Grand Prix

Dressage now encompasses many complementary disciplines, including psychology. Technical skills need to go hand in hand with mental commitment, discipline, dedication, and resilience. This book introduces the idea that aids are just that: they let the horse know what the rider wants. When this is understood, the horse should be allowed to do whatever has been asked of him, until something else is required or the horse needs a reminder. The pursuit of excellence—not perfection—is what dressage is all about. This book offers advice and encouragement toward an advanced partnership. Read more