Post by Kelly Marks on Mar 24, 2008 15:15:16 GMT 1
I got recommendations for these books:-
The Art of Classical Horsemanship
Egon Von Neindorff
Synopsis
Egon von Neindorff dedicated his life to the knowledge and promotion of the classical art of riding. He never wanted to be a reformist but purely an interpreter. He truly understood the philosophy of classical riding and was therefore able to teach his numerous national and international students to develop their own style. The essence of classical dressage requires a deep affection for the horse, understanding, sensitivity, humility and devotion. In this book, von Neindorff illustrates in more than thirty chapters his profound understanding of the natural training of horses. It encompasses a body of knowledge, which was previously only taught at his riding establishment in Karlsruhe. This is a key publication for everybody interested in classical dressage and the natural training of horses. It is a perfect gift book for enthusiasts. It includes 140 illustrations.
More to Explore
Klaus Balkenhol: The Man and His Training Methods
Britta Schoffmann
Classical Schooling with the Horse in Mind: Gentle Gymnastic Training Techniques
Anja Beran
The Principles of Horsemanship and Training Horses
F. Baucher
So I asked Heather Moffatt what she thought and she said (and gave me permission to tell you!) :-
Anja’s book is a must- very readable and absolute beautiful photos, as good in the flesh too, I know her personally, she is a beautiful rider, and sent my groom Laura to her for seven months as a working student last year!
I am just reading Klaus Balkenhol’s book- literally with my lunch! It is German classical at its very, very best, absolutely pure, and totally applicable to competition dressage too. I have long been an admirer and to think we could have had him as British dressage team trainer, and we let him go to the USA!! That is why their riders are riding so well, Debbie McDonald and Brentina, whilst the mare is not the most extravagant mover is a delight to watch and so deserves to win golds! A must read!!
I have just ordered Von Neindorff’s book and waiting for it. He is one of the greats in the classical world, German yes, but tbh, there was a lot less difference between German and French schools only a few decades ago, and he was really still part of that earlier era. I am really looking forward to it!
Baucher is probably not the best to read about his methods. The very best book to get hold of is Jean Claude Racinet’s ‘Racinet Explains Baucher’ wonderful book, but only available from the USA. It is very French biased, but gives a very good explanation of the differences between French and German thinking, especially more of the latter day German thinking.
All essentials, in my library!!
Hope this helps!
The Art of Classical Horsemanship
Egon Von Neindorff
Synopsis
Egon von Neindorff dedicated his life to the knowledge and promotion of the classical art of riding. He never wanted to be a reformist but purely an interpreter. He truly understood the philosophy of classical riding and was therefore able to teach his numerous national and international students to develop their own style. The essence of classical dressage requires a deep affection for the horse, understanding, sensitivity, humility and devotion. In this book, von Neindorff illustrates in more than thirty chapters his profound understanding of the natural training of horses. It encompasses a body of knowledge, which was previously only taught at his riding establishment in Karlsruhe. This is a key publication for everybody interested in classical dressage and the natural training of horses. It is a perfect gift book for enthusiasts. It includes 140 illustrations.
More to Explore
Klaus Balkenhol: The Man and His Training Methods
Britta Schoffmann
Classical Schooling with the Horse in Mind: Gentle Gymnastic Training Techniques
Anja Beran
The Principles of Horsemanship and Training Horses
F. Baucher
So I asked Heather Moffatt what she thought and she said (and gave me permission to tell you!) :-
Anja’s book is a must- very readable and absolute beautiful photos, as good in the flesh too, I know her personally, she is a beautiful rider, and sent my groom Laura to her for seven months as a working student last year!
I am just reading Klaus Balkenhol’s book- literally with my lunch! It is German classical at its very, very best, absolutely pure, and totally applicable to competition dressage too. I have long been an admirer and to think we could have had him as British dressage team trainer, and we let him go to the USA!! That is why their riders are riding so well, Debbie McDonald and Brentina, whilst the mare is not the most extravagant mover is a delight to watch and so deserves to win golds! A must read!!
I have just ordered Von Neindorff’s book and waiting for it. He is one of the greats in the classical world, German yes, but tbh, there was a lot less difference between German and French schools only a few decades ago, and he was really still part of that earlier era. I am really looking forward to it!
Baucher is probably not the best to read about his methods. The very best book to get hold of is Jean Claude Racinet’s ‘Racinet Explains Baucher’ wonderful book, but only available from the USA. It is very French biased, but gives a very good explanation of the differences between French and German thinking, especially more of the latter day German thinking.
All essentials, in my library!!
Hope this helps!
