Basic Training of the Young Horse - Hardcover

Klimke, Reiner

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0851319270 ISBN 13: 9780851319278

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books, 2010

Synopsis

Finally, a revitalized version of the well-known classic by one of the world's most successful riders! Reiner Klimke, winner of six Olympic gold medels, covers the early education of the foal, longeing and freework, progessive training under saddle, and eventually preparation for competition. Now furnished with new color photos and helpful tips from his daughter, Ingrid--an international event rider--Klimke's book is poised to continue on as the modern standard on horse training.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Reiner Klimke was one of the world's most versatile and successful riders and trainers. Olympic gold medallist, World Dressage Champion, and European Horse Trials Champion were just a few of his achievements. How did Reiner Klimke achieve so much? How did he pick his horses? How did he train them? What was his philosophy? These questions and more are answered in this book, a worldwide best seller, which has sold over 30,000 copies in this first English language edition translated by Sigrid Young and edited by Jane Kidd. Every aspect of the education of a young horse is covered in this book including: education of the foal; lungeing and backing; loose schooling; principles of flatwork; development of the gaits; problem solving; forward and lateral aids; training horses with temperament and conformation faults; the development of 'Schwung'; work over ground poles; jumping; and fitness training plans. (6 X 9, 144 pages, color photos, illustrations, diagrams)

About the Author:

Reiner Klimke (1936-1999) won six gold medals for Germany in dressage and was known around the world for his riding and training. His daughter Ingrid followed in his footsteps though in the sport of eventing. She also has won an Olympic medal. Both authorities on training horses.

About this edition

• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0851319270
• ISBN 13: 9780851319278
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 224