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Books on Dressage
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Driving and Judging Dressage
by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh
Discusses the problems facing judges and drivers in order to help both interpret the requirements of the dressage test. Rules, arena layout, individual movements, and judging are explained. The importance of accuracy, pace differentiation, regularity and impulsion of the horse is emphasized. Differences between what can be achieved in ridden dressage versus driven dressage are explored. PB 63 pp.

#031-D0278       $22.95

 

American Driving Society Test Flip Charts
by the American Driving Society
Handy pocket-sized reference of all ADS dressage tests.  Ideal for use while schooling.  Training, Prelim, Intermediate, Advanced FEI, and Arena Driving Trial tests are included. Updated October 2006. Spiral-bound PB. 52 pp.

#012-6048     $15.00

 

The Essential Guide to Carriage Driving
by Robyn Cuffey and Jaye-Allison Winkel
A practical guide to the sport of carriage driving. Over 350 photographs and diagrams explain the different types of equipment available. A useful resource list is also included. PB 147 pp.

#031-0250        $24.95

 

Manual for Driven Dressage
by the American Driving Society
Written by the Dressage Committee of the ADS to clarify the requirements of driven dressage for judges and competitors alike. Comparative drawings illustrate what various levels should demonstrate. Useful glossary included. Binder 113 pp.

#012-6025       $25.00

 

The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse
by Charles deKunffy
Explains the use of the exact patterns of the manege as a training tool to improve performance. Exercises are given to increase suspension and to improve bending, balance, rhythm, and impulsion. Although ridden dressage is the focus of this book, the training discussed is beneficial to the driving horse as well. HB 192 pp.

#031-A0115      $29.95

 

Driven Dressage with the Single Horse
by Sandy Rabinowitz
Basic principles of driven dressage are clearly depicted by excellent line illustrations. Easy-to-understand tips will help improve your training. Practical suggestions for working at home and at the show grounds are included. PB 70 pp.

#012-6022        $15.00

 

Carriage Driving
by Heike Bean and Sarah Blanchard
A reprint of the classic 1992 edition.
Discusses the training of the driving horse from a dressage perspective. Equine mechanics, proper equipment, and ground training are also covered. An entire chapter is devoted to pair driving. PB 272pp.

031-D0566      $29.95

 

Sports Driving
by Amanda Saville

A complete look at the competitive sport of combined driving. Sound advice is given on proper equipment, correct training, and improving performance at events. Helpful tips for a successful dressage test, faster hazards, and a clear round in cones are shared. HB 192 pp.

#031- S0016     $36.95

 

Enter at A, Laughing
by Brian McKeown
For those horse-intensive households, a light-hearted, slightly irreverent look at dressage. Written by a dressage husband, this humorous book pokes fun at the more serious side of the sport. PB 181 pp.

#031-E1105        $15.95

 

   

Videos & DVDs on Dressage 
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Competition Driving  Part 1  (Video)
with Ewald Meier
Instructional film aimed at training the driving horse and preparing him for competition. Views from the box clearly demonstrate the training goals of rhythm, contact, impulsion, and suppleness. In English. 48 mins.

#031-V0983            $49.95

 

Competition Driving  Part 1  (DVD)
with Ewald Meier
Instructional film aimed at training the driving horse and preparing him for competition. Views from the box clearly demonstrate the training goals of rhythm, contact, impulsion, and suppleness. In English. 48 mins. DVD format.

#031-V1063            $49.95

 

Competition Driving  Part 2  (Video)
with Ewald Meier
Dressage training for the driving horse is the focus of Part 2 of this series. The schooling of individual dressage movements is highlighted as well as the execution of an entire test. The basics of dressage are then shown to improve driving in both hazards and cones. In English. 52 mins.

#031-V0984                $49.95

 

Competition Driving  Part 2  (DVD)
with Ewald Meier
Dressage training for the driving horse is the focus of Part 2 of this series. The schooling of individual dressage movements is highlighted as well as the execution of an entire test. The basics of dressage are then shown to improve driving in both hazards and cones. In English. 52 mins.  DVD format.

#031-V1064                $49.95

 

Competition Driving  Part 3  (Video)
with Ewald Meier
The latest tape in this well produced series deals with preparation and training of driving horses at the intermediate and advanced levels. Specific dressage training is emphasized as the key to all three phases of combined driving and tips on competition equipment and preparing for the marathon are discussed. In English. 58 mins.

#031-V1004          $49.95

 

Competition Driving Part 3 (DVD)
with Ewald Meier
The latest tape in this well produced series is now available in DVD and deals with preparation and training of driving horses at the intermediate and advanced levels. Specific dressage training is emphasized as the key to all three phases of combined driving and tips on competition equipment and preparing for the marathon are discussed.  In English. 58 mins. DVD format.

#031-V1065               $49.95

 

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