Description

Details of The Icelandic Riding Levels 1

Publisher: Hólar University College
Author: Helga Thoroddsen
Behavior, instincts and nature of horses
Conformation and physical aspects of riding horses
Keeping horses, leading, handling and safety
The gaits of the Icelandic horse
Tack, its care and use
The riders seat, reins and rein holds
Lunging exercises and training of rider
90 pages
Language: English

Additional Information

The Icelandic Riding Levels 1 - Additional Information

This first book of The Icelandic Riding Levels presents basic information for individuals starting out in horsemanship. The main purpose at Level 1 is to lay a safe, horse friendly and solid foundation for beginner riders and horse handlers. Through the lessons on this book a basic foundations is laid for the following four remaining levels. It is vital that riders have learned and applied the lessons and practices presented here in order to logically and easily proceed to the next level. The Icelandic Riding Levels are built on a step-by-step approach of training horses and riders in a safe, enjoyable and responsible way. As the education and practices advance the rider may have to go back and forth between the manuals to master certain tasks. For further information regarding the Icelandic Riding Levels please contact Hólar University College.

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