The Balanced Horse: The Aids by Feel, Not Force - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1905693850 ISBN 13: 9781905693856

Publisher: Kenilworth Press, 2013

Synopsis

Inspired by the time-honoured traditions of the Classical world, Sylvia's desire to protect the horse is reflected in her training methods, which concentrate on a balanced seat and quiet aiding. She abhors the use of force and gadgetry in the schooling of horses and believes that Classical riding is the best way forward for all disciplines. The aim of The Balanced Horse is to confirm in people's minds what they should be doing for each and every request, and what they must avoid. Every instruction is based on what the horse needs to feel at that moment in time. Each aid is based on psychological and physiological effect placed on that sensitive animal underneath us. Over time, applying each aid correctly can elicit a response as instant and involuntary as the knee jerk reaction in our own.

About this title

About the Author:

Sylvia Loch discovered classical High School riding in Portugal. In 1984 she founded the Lusitano Breed Society of Great Britain and was awarded an Honorary Instructorship by the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art. She trained with Former First Chief Rider of the Spanish Riding School of Vienna and founded The Classical Riding Club in 1995.

Review:

“The Balanced Horse would be a welcome addition to any dressage enthusiast’s library.”—Dressage Today

About this edition

• Publisher: Kenilworth Press
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1905693850
• ISBN 13: 9781905693856
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1