Real Riding - How to Ride in Harmony with Horses

Whether you own your own horse or not, whether you compete or simply ride for pleasure, this book aims to give you the skills and attitude to make progress in your riding. Perry Wood puts harmony with horses within grasp of every rider and brings the art of riding into the 21st century."Real Riding" offers different ways to approach traditional and natural principles of horsemanship. The emphasis throughout is on employing empathy and understanding and looking at things from the horse's point of view. It sheds light on common misconceptions, difficulties and contradictions, and the pages are crammed with exercises, simple "tricks" and things to do that can make a real difference.; Perry Wood aims to put harmony with horses within grasp of every rider and brings the art of riding into the 21st century.