Dressage Principles Based on Biomechanics

Download or read book Dressage Principles Based on Biomechanics written by Dr. Thomas Ritter and published by Cadmos Verlag Gmbh. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Analyzed by an expert and accompanied by many practical examples, the ancient secrets of classical riding are presented here in a modern way Classical riding, in essence, is correct riding. It is how one should ride every time they get on a horse, and includes not just knowing how to ride, but all around knowledge of the horse as a species. Here, a thorough examination of classical riding is presented through accessible modern day examples. It also includes almost forgotten, yet essential, riding methods--such as the Bugeltritt (the position of the rider's foot in the stirrup) or ridden work with a cavesson. Other concepts include the aims of dressage; the system's essential gymnastic building blocks; breaking down blockades; essential riding skills such as sitting, feeling, and thinking; and the network of aids.