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ON HORSEMANSHIP by XENOPHON
This is the foundation book on
horsemanship, quoted by all the masters
throughout history. The work is remarkably contemporary even though it was
written over two thousand years ago. Xenophon covers conformation, training,
purchase evaluation, horse care, manners, riding, jump training, bits and more
in his short text. Every rider can benefit from reading this classic. Get your
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We now have available U. S. Cavalry Military or Balanced Seat training videos. These are actual Army training films from 1942 converted to DVD format. They are in black & white. Horsemanship volumes II and III are particularly good for anyone learning how to ride cross country in the Balanced Seat.
HORSEMANSHIP, VOL. I PART 1 - SADDLING AND BRIDLING: The first film in this series begins with the proper folding and placement of the saddle blanket on the horse. Next, learn the various parts of the modified McClellan saddle and the double bridle. See how to correctly fit the bridle on the horse and select the proper size bit. All these are practiced by recruits under the watchful eye of their instructor.
PART 2 - MOUNTING, DISMOUNTING AND THE MILITARY SEAT: A very detailed demonstration is given on the proper mounting and dismounting of the cavalry horse. The four basic elements of the military seat are explained and the correct positioning and use of the rider's body is shown. The many tips given here are useful to the modern rider. 54 minutes.Price $19.95
HORSEMANSHIP, VOL. II PART 3 - AIDS AND GAITS: ``How do you make the horse go?''. This film shows how. The four basic gaits; walk, slow trot, posting trot and gallop are studied in detail with the use of slow motion photography. The various aids used to control the horse during the four gaits are demonstrated. Use and effect of the curb and snaffle bits are shown as well as the proper technique of holding the reins of the double bridle. Learn the aids used to back a horse along with different types of reining. See how fundamental and combination turns are performed. Finally see the recruits practice the four gaits and receive instruction to correct their mistakes. 40 minutes. Price $19.95
HORSEMANSHIP, VOL. llI PART 4 - SUPPLING EXERCISES: The object of suppling exercises is to condition the parts of the rider's body most used in riding such as the neck, shoulders, loins, knees & ankles. The recruits are instructed on these exercises while riding.
PART 5 - JUMPING AND CROSS COUNTRY RIDING: You'll learn before jumping always check the tightness of the girth and adjust the stirrup straps. The approach and gymnastics of the jump are well illustrated with stop and slow motion photography. See the correct position of the rider when jumping. Follow the recruits through the shoot first over low jumps then high jumps while being coached by the instructor. Ride cross country with the cavalry as they slide down a very steep slope and then climb back up. Cross a ditch of deep mud. Finally, the graduation ride! 49 minutes.Price $19.95
SCOUTING AND PATROLLING (1943) PART 1 - See how two mounted scouts go on patrol to bring back information on the enemy.
PART 2 - The Mounted Patrol, Horse. Learn how a mounted patrol can outmaneuver the enemy by using various patrolling tactics. 52 minutes.Price $19.95
SET OF 3 DVDs - VOLUMES I, II, AND III All three horsemanship DVDs above. Price $53.95
SET OF 4 DVDs - VOL I, II, III, AND SCOUTING & PATROLLING All three horsemanship DVDs and Scouting and Patrolling DVD above. Price $65.95
An informative website with discussion Forum related to the Balanced/Military Seat DVDs
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO ENDURANCE RIDING AND COMPETITION
244 pages, hardbound with dustcover, numerous photos, checklists, forms and diagrams to help endurance riders of every level. Suggested retail is $29.95. Complete Guide to Endurance Riding published in 1998, written by Tevis Silver Buckle winner Donna Snyder-Smith is truly a “complete” manual. It begins with an over view of the sport of endurance riding, deals with horse selection, the optimum effective seat for the sport, conditioning, feeding, equipment, and the requirements of a support crew. All this is preparation for a comprehensive guide to the competition itself. Beginning with trailering to the competition, the book explains camping with your horse, the vet-in, rider briefing, and the start. Then it takes you through the actual ride. For the beginner this is a wonderful step-by-step guide. For the experienced endurance rider Snyder-Smith offers strategy advise, specific training insights as well as points on mental focus. She describes important points in biomechanics for optimum efficiency, and her tips on vet checks. Equally important are her points on care of the horse after the race. There is an interesting part on the diversity of people in the sport, and some great information on a variety of rides and events around the US. She even explains the steps on how to move your horse around the world to international rides and competitions.
Price $19.95
AMERICAN MILITARY HORSEMANSHIP
“American Military Horsemanship” by James Ottevaere is a very readable history of American military horsemanship with numerous appendixes on saddles & equipment, a great book list, and most importantly the entire 1935 Fort Riley riding manual “Horsemanship and Horsemastership” attributed to Harry D. Chamberlin. A great book for any student of the traditional Military or Balanced Seat. Paperback. Price $16.75
