Jane Savoie's Dressage 101: The Ultimate Source of Dressage Basics in a Language You Can Understand,Used

Jane Savoie's Dressage 101: The Ultimate Source of Dressage Basics in a Language You Can Understand,Used

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New equestrians are handed the keys to a deeper level of communication and harmony with their horses in this great starter guide to dressage. With her lighthearted style, Jane Savoie takes the mystery out of training and shows how dressage techniques can be used to improve every horses athleticism, performance, and wellbeing, regardless of the riders chosen sport. Starting from the building blocks of dressageforward, straight, rhythm, gait, and contactthis handbook delivers an excellent starting point for neophytes. Simple details for flatwork, explanations of the process of suppling, a sample schooling session, and chapters on troubleshooting pesky problems are all clearly presented for the rider with little or no dressage experience. Hundreds of photos, diagrams, and drawings are also included to enliven the text. Dressage sometimes gets a bad rap. To many, dressage theory comes off as complex and antiquated, and dressage training as arduous and frustrating. Famous classical texts can be heavy reading and hard to understand. But the benefits of dressage are enormous, for both the rider and the horse, and for all disciplinesso how to make it less of a struggle, less of a mystery, and more of a sunny, happy, joyful pursuit?Turns out, its easy if you have Jane Savoies Dressage 101 in hand. Janes highly illustrated howto book is not only for beginning dressage enthusiasts, but also for those who have no intention of ever setting foot inside a competitive dressage arena. Thats because dressage can help you clearly communicate with your horse and develop his body and movement, so that over time, he becomes more beautiful and athletic. You dont need a judge to tell you that is worthwhile!Dressage 101 provides a simple, riddlefree system of training that places a high priority on the horses physical and mental wellbeing. Beginning with the three golden rules of dressage trainingclarity, consistency, and kindness Jane walks you through her four stages of dressage education. Stage One is an introductory course in the basics, and Stage Two covers the nuts and bolts of training, including transitions, school figures, and movements. By the time you finish Stage Two, youll have a happy, responsive horse that understands going forward and being straight; accepts contact so you can communicate with him through the reins; moves in a regular rhythm and a steady tempo in all three gaits; and can do transitions, circles, and turns, back up, lengthen his stride, and go sideways.In Stage Three, Jane translates the secrets surrounding the halfhalt, enabling you to put your horse on the bit, and adding a whole new dimension to your training. Youll even be ready for some fancy stuff in Stage Four. Dont worry, everything in this book is well within the capacity of most horseswere simply talking about the work required in the United States Equestrian Federation's (USEF) dressage tests at Third Level. This includes collected, medium, and extended gaits; advanced lateral movements; and flying changes.Ultimately, correct dressage is simply training. Its stages are as easy to employ and as satisfying to understand as those of any other training method in any other riding discipline. Best of all, you dont have to be smart, rich, or a super athlete to master dressage fundamentals and have an enthusiastically willing, exuberantly forward, excitingly athletic horseyou just need this book.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What is the main focus of Jane Savoie's Dressage 101? A: Jane Savoie's Dressage 101 focuses on providing new equestrians with a clear, accessible guide to understanding and practicing dressage basics, emphasizing communication and harmony with their horses.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in dressage? A: Yes, this book is specifically designed for beginners and those with little to no dressage experience, making it easy to understand and implement the techniques.
  • Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 488 pages filled with information, illustrations, and practical guidance on dressage.
  • Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn the fundamentals of dressage, including forward movement, rhythm, contact, and troubleshooting common issues, all while prioritizing the horse's well-being.
  • Q: Are there illustrations or diagrams in the book? A: Yes, the book includes hundreds of photos, diagrams, and drawings to help clarify the concepts and techniques discussed.
  • Q: When was Jane Savoie's Dressage 101 published? A: The book was published on April 1, 2011.
  • Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: What are the key principles covered in the book? A: The book covers key principles such as clarity, consistency, and kindness in training, along with a structured approach to developing dressage skills.
  • Q: Does the book address common challenges in dressage? A: Yes, it includes chapters on troubleshooting common problems that riders may encounter during training.
  • Q: Is this book useful for riders of all disciplines? A: Absolutely, the techniques and principles in Dressage 101 can benefit riders from various disciplines by enhancing communication and athleticism in their horses.