101 Arena Exercises for Horse & Rider - (Read & Ride) by Cherry Hill (Paperback)

About the Book

A ringside exercise book for riders who want to improve their own and their horse's skills. The author of more than 600 articles on horses and related subjects demonstrates through a unique "read-and ride" format a variety of drills, from simple skills such as the "Working Walk and Jog" to more advanced "Two Squares", "Flying Change", and more. all are suitable for both English and Western riders. Illustrated.

Book Synopsis

Take your riding to a new level! Bringing together recognized classic exercises for both English and Western riders plus her own original patterns and maneuvers, Cherry Hill provides an array of drills that will improve your riding technique. Whether you are a rider interested in expanding your repertoire or an instructor looking for new drills, these exercises will add excitement and variety to your training.

From the Back Cover

A Ringside Workbook for Every Rider

Hang it from a post; refer to it from the saddle. Cherry Hill's original patterns and maneuvers, along with recognized classic exercises, help riders improve their own and their horse's skills. Exercises are organized into five sections, each one targeting a specific aspect of riding: Gaits, Transitions, Circles, Lateral Work, and Mini-Patterns. Progressing from simpler to more difficult, there are exercises to suit every horse and rider.

101 Arena Exercises is a valuable workbook for every type of rider--English and Western, beginning and advanced. Its unique Read & Ride Format, wide variety of exercises, adn detailed directions ensure that riders, trainers, and instructors alike will use these exercises for years to come.

Review Quotes

"101 Arena Exercises is an invaluable workbook for trainers, instructors and coaches interested in exploring new teaching methods." - The Collection

"...she has choreographed more tasks than you could possibly master if you spent the rest of your summer working through her book." - Horses USA

About the Author

Cherry Hill is an internationally known instructor and horse trainer and has written numerous books, including 101 Arena Exercises for Horse & Rider, Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage, How to Think Like a Horse, What Every Horse Should Know, and Horse Care for Kids. Visit her at www.horsekeeping.com, where you can find information on her books, DVDs, and horsekeeping knowledge.

Carla Wennberg is an American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) World Championship rider and international AQHA and National Reining Horse Association judge. Wennberg is the Director of Reining for the United States Equestrian Team.