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101 Horsemanship & Equitation Patterns
A Western & English Ringside Guide for Practice & Show
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This sequel to Cherry Hill's top-seller 101 Arena Exercises presents step-by-step instructions for unique patterns in the most popular classes of English and Western competition. The book's comb-bound format allows it to hang in the barn or lay flat on a barrel for easy reference. Full-page arena maps for every pattern make this the perfect in-the-saddle workbook for riders of all abilities.
Cherry Hill is an internationally known instructor and horse trainer and has written numerous books, including 101 Arena Exercises for Horse & Rider, Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage, How to Think Like a Horse, What Every Horse Should Know, and Horse Care for Kids. Visit her at www.horsekeeping.com, where you can find information on her books, DVDs, and horsekeeping knowledge.
Richard Klimesh cares for five horses on a 70-acre horse facility in Colorado. He is a Certified Master Farrier, who has written hundreds of articles on hoof care and horse facilities. He is the Webmaster of www.horsekeeping.com and the producer of Horsekeeping Videos. Learn the Moves That Make Judges Take Notice
Even if you don't compete, this ringside guide to the essential patterns for Western Horsemanship and English Equitation competition will sharpen your riding skills. Cherry Hill continues to provide the information riders need in easy, accessible format.
* Large Arena Maps provide easy reference from the saddle
* Pattern Help gives detailed instructions for each exercise
* Tip Boxes offer helpful hints and precautions
* Easy to hang, lies flat, simple to use! ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
FOREWORD
INTRODUCTION
The Rider's Position and Performance
The Natural Aids
The Ideal Horse
Class Routine
Riding Patterns
Preparation Prevents Problems
Preparing for a Pattern at Home
At the Show
Pattern Instructions
WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP
What Is Good Horsemanship?
Tack
Gaits
Maneuvers
Usually Not Allowed
WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP PATTERNS
Beginning Western Horsemanship Patterns 1-15
Intermediate Western Horsemanship Patterns 16-32
Advanced Western Horsemanship Patterns 33-50
ENGLISH EQUITATION
Hunter Seat Equitation
Saddle Seat Equitation
Dressage Equitation
Class Routine
Gaits
Movements
Usually Not Allowed
ENGLISH EQUITATION PATTERNS
Beginning English Equitation Patterns 51-64
Intermediate English Equitation Patterns 65-86
Advanced English Equitation Patterns 87-101
APPENDIX
INDEX
"A good horseman is a good horseman, whether performing Reining, Western Riding, Horsemanship, Equitation, or Dressage. All riders will benefit from this book, not only by developing better skills but by improving their pattern work." – Carla Wennberg, AQHA World Champion rider and National Reining Horse Association judge
"Whether you compete or are just thinking about it, you'll learn the do's and don'ts of riding and sharpen your skills." – Suzanne Hively in The Plain Dealer
"[101 Horsemanship Equitation Patterns] is invaluable to any rider trying to keep indoor or outdoor ring work interesting and fun." – Robert C. Philbrick in the Morrisville, VT News Citizen
"The training tips throughout are useful to any novice whether interested in showing or not." – Robert C. Philbrick in the Morrisville, VT News Citizen
"A must read for anyone that needs a little more confidence before entering the show ring." – Robert C. Philbrick in the Morrisville, VT News Citizen
Cherry Hill is an internationally known instructor and horse trainer and has written numerous books, including 101 Arena Exercises for Horse & Rider, Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage, How to Think Like a Horse, What Every Horse Should Know, and Horse Care for Kids. Visit her at www.horsekeeping.com, where you can find information on her books, DVDs, and horsekeeping knowledge.
Richard Klimesh cares for five horses on a 70-acre horse facility in Colorado. He is a Certified Master Farrier, who has written hundreds of articles on hoof care and horse facilities. He is the Webmaster of www.horsekeeping.com and the producer of Horsekeeping Videos. Learn the Moves That Make Judges Take Notice
Even if you don't compete, this ringside guide to the essential patterns for Western Horsemanship and English Equitation competition will sharpen your riding skills. Cherry Hill continues to provide the information riders need in easy, accessible format.
* Large Arena Maps provide easy reference from the saddle
* Pattern Help gives detailed instructions for each exercise
* Tip Boxes offer helpful hints and precautions
* Easy to hang, lies flat, simple to use! ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
FOREWORD
INTRODUCTION
The Rider's Position and Performance
The Natural Aids
The Ideal Horse
Class Routine
Riding Patterns
Preparation Prevents Problems
Preparing for a Pattern at Home
At the Show
Pattern Instructions
WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP
What Is Good Horsemanship?
Tack
Gaits
Maneuvers
Usually Not Allowed
WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP PATTERNS
Beginning Western Horsemanship Patterns 1-15
Intermediate Western Horsemanship Patterns 16-32
Advanced Western Horsemanship Patterns 33-50
ENGLISH EQUITATION
Hunter Seat Equitation
Saddle Seat Equitation
Dressage Equitation
Class Routine
Gaits
Movements
Usually Not Allowed
ENGLISH EQUITATION PATTERNS
Beginning English Equitation Patterns 51-64
Intermediate English Equitation Patterns 65-86
Advanced English Equitation Patterns 87-101
APPENDIX
INDEX
"A good horseman is a good horseman, whether performing Reining, Western Riding, Horsemanship, Equitation, or Dressage. All riders will benefit from this book, not only by developing better skills but by improving their pattern work." – Carla Wennberg, AQHA World Champion rider and National Reining Horse Association judge
"Whether you compete or are just thinking about it, you'll learn the do's and don'ts of riding and sharpen your skills." – Suzanne Hively in The Plain Dealer
"[101 Horsemanship Equitation Patterns] is invaluable to any rider trying to keep indoor or outdoor ring work interesting and fun." – Robert C. Philbrick in the Morrisville, VT News Citizen
"The training tips throughout are useful to any novice whether interested in showing or not." – Robert C. Philbrick in the Morrisville, VT News Citizen
"A must read for anyone that needs a little more confidence before entering the show ring." – Robert C. Philbrick in the Morrisville, VT News Citizen