Master the fundamentals of classic horse training with time-tested methods from Saumur’s school.
This nonfiction guide presents translated notes on equitation and horse training, drawing from the French system used at Saumur. It offers practical instruction for instructors and riders, focusing on method, safety, and progressive development from the groundwork to advanced riding.
Readers will find structured guidance on preparing a horse for training, managing equipment and tack, and refining technique through controlled lessons. The material emphasizes gradual introduction to new bits, bending, and forward movement, with an eye toward building balance, confidence, and endurance in the horse and rider.
- Step-by-step approaches to riding education, from leading a young horse to advanced schooling.
- Practical notes on equipment, bit selection, and transitioning between snaffle and curb bits.
- Disciplinary focus on balance, straightness, and responsiveness of the horse through progressive exercises.
- Strategies for outdoor work, endurance conditioning, and maintaining a horse’s health and appetite during training.
Ideal for riders and instructors who value historical, field-tested methods and clear, actionable instruction.