Centered Riding
Sally Swift (Author); Edward E. Emerson (Preface by)
Language: English
Published by Trafalgar Square Farm Books/David & Charles, Inc., North Pomfret, VT, 1985
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198 pp. Stated first edition! Solidly bound copy and dust jacket with minimal external wear and clean text. Minor shelf wear, slight tear and creases on dust jacket.
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- Title
- Centered Riding
- Author
- Sally Swift (Author); Edward E. Emerson (Preface by)
- Publisher
- Trafalgar Square Farm Books/David & Charles, Inc., North Pomfret, VT
- Publication year
- 1985
- Condition
- Very Good
- Dust jacket
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0312127340
- ISBN 13
- 9780312127343
- Illustrator
- Mike Noble (Photos); Jean McFarland (Drawings by); Mike Gabor (Book Design)
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Dimensions
- 8vo or 8° (Medium Octavo): between 6" - 9" tall
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Centered Riding is for those with little experience all the way up to world class. Precise illustrations and photographs never before used in riding books explain anatomy and image work to give mind and body new and relaxed approaches to the inner process of riding.
Widely known for her innovative teaching philosophy stressing body awareness, the value of "soft eyes," proper breathing, centering, and balance, Sally Swift has been a pioneering riding instructor for half a century. In book form for the first time, her methods enable horse and rider to achieve harmony, working together naturally, without pain.
Unlike traditional teachers, Sally Swift does not believe in forced training techniques that cause stiff bodies and tense riding. Instead, through the use of vivid, unusual, and highly creative images that transcend mechanics ("Pretend you're a spruce tree; the roots grow down from your center as the trunk grows up"), plus a thorough knowledge of human and equine anatomy, this wise and inspiring teacher enables the conscientious equestrian to reassess habitual responses, in order to ride in natural positions, break through frustrating plateaus, and achieve ever-rising goals with comfort, vitality, and precision.
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About the Author
Jean MacFarland illustrated Centered Riding from St. Martin's Press.
Mike Noble contributed to Centered Riding from St. Martin's Press.
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