Horseback Riding for Dummies

Paperback. Pub Date: 2007. Pages: 384 in Publisher: John Wiley Tips on warming up improving control and staying safe Get to know your horse and communicate with him Hooked on horses Ready to ride This easy-to-follow guide is all you need to settle in the saddle and start riding for fun or competition. You'll see how to mount and dismount; ride in Western or English style; cue your horse to walk. jog or trot. and lope or canter; make the leap to jumping; and even enjoy fun and games with your horse. Find the best stable and instructor Select riding gear Ride in the ring and on trails Improve your balance and timing Compete in horse shows Buy and take care of a horseContents: Introduction. Part I: Beginning with Horseback Riding Basics. Chapter 1: Giddy Up! Welcome to Horseback Riding. Chapter 2: Head to Hoof: The Mind and Mechanics of a Horse. Chapter 3: Schools in Session: T...