The Riding Teacher by Alois Podhajsky

The Riding Teacher

by Alois Podhajsky

A basic guide to correct methods on classical instruction

Colonel Podhajsky, former Director of the Spanish Riding School and one of the world foremost authorities on classical horsemanship, provides step by step instructions on how to teach correct riding, from beginning through participating in competitions.

Detailed programs for teaching both individuals and groups and specific procedures for training riders on school horses and well as their own horse.

Relationship between teacher and student, assessing the capabilities of horse and rider, spotting and correcting faults and bad habits, choice and adjustment of saddle and bridle, cross country riding, jumping, preparing for competition and the essentials of judging performances are all set forth in a clear, organized manner. Indexed.

Illustrated with photos and diagrams. Hard cover with dust jacket, both in excellent condition, 204 pages, copyright 1971