Horseback Riding for Dummies

by Audrey Pavia and Shannon Sand

Book Overview

You've always dreamed of riding horses. So what are you waiting for? It's time you realized your equestrian dreams and learned to ride like a pro on the back of a noble steed. And Horseback Riding for Dummies shows you how.

Don't know a horse's head from its tail, a trot from a canter, withers from a fetlock? No problem. Coauthored by a medal-winning equestrian and nationally respected equestrian trainer, it tells you what you need to know about that elegant animal, body and soul, to become an accomplished rider. And it trains you in all the technical basics of riding for fun or competition, including how to:

Find a good stable and instructor Select riding gear Warm up and keep riding muscles fit Establish a rapport with a horse Cue a horse to walk, jog, trot, lope, and cantor Ride in the ring and on trails Improve your balance and timing Compete in horse shows Buy and care for your own horse

Stop dreaming about it and learn to ride like the wind with Horseback Riding for Dummies--the ultimate beginner's guide to all things equestrian.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470097191
• ISBN13: 9780470097199
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: For Dummies
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Horseback riding for Dummies is a great book.

This book tells me everything I need to know. This book is going to help me when I join Rangers and when I take lessons. Totally recommend

Great for Novice

This book was purchased as a precursor to lessons and purchase of a horse. We had riden horses in our childhood, but that was some years ago. Excellent beginning point to make lessons more productive.

Very Informative

I have Learned alot form this book..as I have always loved horses and would like to own one someday. I will not buy one until I know all about horses and can take care of them properly. This book has everything in it you need to know. The seller was very prompt in sending it to me as well as the condition of the book was perfect. I would purchase from them again..

Horseback Riding for dummies

This is a GREAT book!!!!! I have been riding for years and years and love to step back and resolidify the basics!!! This book is awesome for that and I am sure the new horseback rider would feel so confident and knowledgeable after reading this book!!!! Awesome 5 star!!!

Superb Book...even if you aren't a dummy

This book covers the basics of horseback riding in an involving and intelligent manner. Certainly, if all you know about horses is that they have four legs and a tail, you're going to find this book indispensable if you're interesting in expanding your knowledge. But, if you're returning to riding, you'll still find this to be a helpful and enjoyable aid in returning to the saddle.

No longer be a dummy about horseback riding with this book

The writing is clear and helpful. I knew next to nothing about horses or horseback riding, and this book gave me enough information to build my confidence and enthusiasm to try. I highly recommend it!