Product Description
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.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 4 reviews)

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!
December 18, 2008

Not enough info

I wanted this book as I am just getting into the field of riding. I am a fearful rider and was wanting something to ease my fears and help me understand what to do in those 'what if' situations. This didn't seem to address anything what I was hoping to find. It covered just the basics, this is your horse, this is a saddle, this is the difference between western and english, things I already knew. This might be good for someone who has never encountered a horse in their lives and need everything explained to them simply, but for someone wanting a little bit more information about the mechanics of riding, including the problems you may encounter, this won't help at all.
June 13, 2008

Horseback Riding

I found this book very informative and easy to read. I enjoyed reading it at night before going to bed.
March 27, 2008

Horseback Riding for Dummies

Had not been on a horse for over 30 years. I bought this book to get acquainted once again with techniques before taking lessons or coaching.
This book is recommended for the beginner or intermediate rider. It is easy to read. Easy to use for research on particular points of riding. Good easy style of writing.....welcoming you to go out quickly and confidently......you don't need to be a dummy!!!
November 05, 2007

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