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Jump with Joy de Sarah Blanchard

Jump with Joy

Autor Sarah Blanchard
en Limba Engleză Hardback – 2008
Many riders want to try jumping, but are intimidated. This guide helps riders of every age safely learn to jump by presenting a natural approach with progressive, step–by–step exercises, full explanations, and lots of photos and diagrams. It covers everything from preparing a green horse for the first jump to riding a challenging course in a show ring. It includes guidelines for every discipline and every breed of horse, plus information on the demands of different competitive events.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9780470121405
ISBN-10: 0470121408
Pagini: 240
Dimensiuni: 166 x 237 x 22 mm
Greutate: 0.54 kg
Editura: Turner Publishing Company
Locul publicării:Hoboken, United States

Public țintă

Young adults through adults learning to jump for the first time. Anyone wanting a refresher course on the foundations of good jumping. Trainers who are working with new jumpers.

Textul de pe ultima copertă

If you're intimidated by jumping, get over it! Jumping propels a half-ton horse over an obstacle in a smooth, gravity-defying trajectory. It takes a leap of faith by both you and your horse. "Jump with Joy: Positive Coaching for Horse and Rider" helps riders of every age safely learn to jump by presenting a natural approach for developing steady, confident riders and horses. Featuring step-by-step exercises, full explanations, and lots of photos and diagrams, this book covers everything from preparing a green horse for the first jump to riding a challenging course in a show ring. Inside you'll find:
Details on the mechanics of the jump and how to determine if a particular horse is suited for the job
Progressive exercises to help you learn the basics and then master more complex skills
Methods that improve balance and strength for both you and your horse
Guidelines that cover every discipline and every breed of horse
Information on the specialized demands of different competitive events
A trouble-shooting guide to help you avoid or fix common problems
Lessons that can be adapted for use by riders, coaches, and assistants
Whether you're an eager novice or a more experienced rider, Jump with Joy will help you gain skills and confidence, develop a more rewarding partnership with your horse, and have a lot of fun in the process.

Cuprins

Acknowledgments. Introduction. 1. A Horse′s Talent for Jumping. 2. Finding a Talented Horse. 3. Getting Started: Readiness and Equipment. 4. Balance Basics: Center of Gravity. 5. Preparing for the Jump. 6. Understanding Strides, Distances, and Grids. 7. Beyond the Grid: Riding Single Fences and Courses. 8. Starting the Green Horse over Jumps. 9. Jumping with a Rider. 10. Specializing: Finding the Right Fit. 11. Troubleshooting. References. Index.

Notă biografică

Sarah Blanchard, author of the bestselling The Power of Positive Horse Training (Howell Book House), has over four decades of experience with horses. She is a horsewoman and riding instructor with a special interest in dressage and combined training. A licensed riding instructor, Blanchard is on the board of directors of the Hawaii Isle Dressage and Combined Training Association.