Young Rider's Handbook Better Riding by Jo Bird
Model Number: 9781842861875
£9.99 GBP
One of a pair of informative and inspirational rider’s handbooks that aim to give vital basic instruction in all the skills that young riders with a keen interest in horses and ponies need to acquire. Written in clear, easy-to-understand language and illustrated throughout with specially commissioned step-by-step instructional photographs.
This book covers the practical aspects of tacking up and riding a horse or pony and gives advice on how to improve equestrian skills.
Getting started
Saddlery and tack
Mounting and dismounting
Understanding your horse
Effective aids
Transitions
Turning and bending
Improving balance and impulsion
Riding in pairs and groups
Starting jumping
Dressage
Quiz – what sort of rider are you?
Hardback