Horseback Riding For Dummies
Horseback Riding For Dummies

Author: Audrey Pavia

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-02-14

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 1118051149

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You’ve always dreamed of riding horses. So what are you waiting for? It’s time you realized your equestrian dreams and learned to ride like a pro on the back of a noble steed. And Horseback Riding for Dummies shows you how. Don’t know a horse’s head from its tail, a trot from a canter, withers from a fetlock? No problem. Coauthored by a medal-winning equestrian and nationally respected equestrian trainer, it tells you what you need to know about that elegant animal, body and soul, to become an accomplished rider. And it trains you in all the technical basics of riding for fun or competition, including how to: Find a good stable and instructor Select riding gear Warm up and keep riding muscles fit Establish a rapport with a horse Cue a horse to walk, jog, trot, lope, and cantor Ride in the ring and on trails Improve your balance and timing Compete in horse shows Buy and care for your own horse Stop dreaming about it and learn to ride like the wind with Horseback Riding for Dummies—the ultimate beginner’s guide to all things equestrian.

Learn Windsurfing in a Weekend
Learn Windsurfing in a Weekend

Author: Mary Gordon-Watson

Publisher: Knopf

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780679412779

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A complete introduction to the sport, explaining everything from the board and sail, to how to get back to shore, to the best places to sail.

Horseback Riding for Fun!
Horseback Riding for Fun!

Author: Beth Gruber

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2009-06-24

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 0756511585

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An introduction to horseback riding, discussing a horse's anatomy, how to care for a horse, riding equipment and techniques, and various equestrian events.

Confessions of a Timid Rider
Confessions of a Timid Rider

Author: Heather Wallace

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-06-04

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9781387812899

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A memoir detailing a woman's insights about being an anxiety-ridden but passionate equestrian. After returning to riding as a mother, she is determined to follow her dreams despite the fear she is somehow lacking in talent or ability. An in-depth look into the heart and head of a returning adult equestrian, this message is not limited only those with horse experience. In fact, Confessions of a Timid Rider is the perfect book to read for anyone whom even for a moment questions their value in their designated profession or life choice. This book will inspire you to pursue your dreams despite the inner voice that says you arenÕt good enough.

The Gentle Art of Horseback Riding
The Gentle Art of Horseback Riding

Author: Gincy Self Bucklin

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1450412742

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Step-by-step lessons teach riders of all ages basics, including developing a good relationship with the horse, mounting and riding, and progresses to more advanced skills, including jumps.

101 Western Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider
101 Western Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider

Author: Jec Aristotle Ballou

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2014-08-09

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1603429212

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This series of Western Dressage exercises are designed to improve suppleness, balance in movement, and responsiveness. Each exercise has a specific goal in mind, and they are organized by different areas of focus: softness, looseness, rider development, engagement, adjustability, and ground work. With illustrated step-by-step instructions and full arena diagrams, you’ll quickly be on your way to mastering this exciting discipline.

Travels with Baby
Travels with Baby

Author: Shelly Rivoli

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9780983122722

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Winner of a Lowell Thomas Award from the Society of American Travel Writers Foundation, the Gold Prize from the North American Travel Journalists Association, and a Silver in the National Parenting Publications Awards competition for parenting Resources. Travels with Baby, by celebrated family travel author and blogger Shelly Rivoli, helps parents plan every trip they'll take with their child from birth through 4 years. In addition to the major modes of transport covered in great detail--air travel (50 pgs.), travels by automobile (40 pgs.), cruise vacations (31 pgs.), rail travel (53 pgs. Including USA, Canada & Europe)--this "Ultimate Guide" also includes advice for traveling with children of different temperaments, health and safety considerations, suggestions for where to travel when during a child's first years, packing lists and travel-friendly baby gear recommendations, and more. As the Society for American Travel Writers Foundation declared, this guide is "...a must have even for families who only travel occasionally."

The Parent's Guide to Horseback Riding
The Parent's Guide to Horseback Riding

Author: Jessica Jahiel

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Publishing

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 9781570762987

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A handy resource providing parents with everything they need to maximize their child's riding experience.