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      • Warming Up at the Walk, Leg Yield Right to Half Pass Right
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    • Warming Up – Part 2, at the Trot.
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      • Warming Up at the Trot, Leg Yield Right to Half Pass Right
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      • Warming Up at the Trot, Leg Yield In, Half Pass Back
    • Warming Up – Part 3, at the Trot.
      • Warming Up – Trot Canter Trot Transitions
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    • How to ride a perfect circle
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    • Developing the Canter through Counter Canter.
      • The Simple Counter Canter Loop
      • Counter Canter Loop in a Counter Pattern
      • Developing the 20 meter Counter Canter Demi Circle
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The Art Of Classical Dressage DVD v3 & 4 by Arthur Kottas

August 14, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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Arthur Kottas explains the art of classical dressage in this 2 DVD set. Systematic training exercises from Novice level to Grand Prix.

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Klimke on Dressage: From the Young Horse Through Grand Prix

August 13, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books

Dr. Reiner Klimke presents the classically correct dressage through illustration. Visual learners will find this book just what you need.

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Dressage in Detail DVDs 1, 2, & 3 with Dr. Reiner Klimke

August 12, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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Dressage master and Olympian Dr. Reiner Klimke covers the training of the young horse in a snaffle bridle through to medium levels with the double bridle. 3 DVD set includes parts 1, 2 & 3.

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Ahlerich: The Making of a Dressage World Champion

August 3, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books

This is the auto-biography of Ahlerich and Dr. Reiner Klimke, Olympic Dressage Gold Medalists. I still get chills when I flashback to that gold medal ride way back in 1984. I wish I had it on video!

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Dr. Reiner Klimke Dressage in Detail DVD Part 3

July 28, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs

Part 3 of the Dressage in Detail DVD series by Dr. Reiner Klimke. Correctly fitting the double bridle, teaching the horse to accept it and work in it.

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Dr. Reiner Klimke Dressage in Detail DVD Part 2

July 18, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs

Part 2 of the Dressage in Detail DVD series by Dr. Reiner Klimke. Canter Work, Counter canter and simple change of leg, Rein back.

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Dr. Reiner Klimke Dressage in Detail Part 1 DVD

July 14, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs

In this DVD, the first in a series by Olympian Dr. Reiner Klimke, the focus is on the work of the 4 to 6 year old horse in a snaffle bridle. Loosening exercises, Trot work, Half halts and halts, Half pirouette in walk.

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Complete Dressage Training DVDs Vol 1 thru 10

July 10, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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The entire set of 10 Complete Dressage Training DVDs by the exemplary Olympian, Dr. Reiner Klimke. Covers the entire journey Basic training – Grand Prix.

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Riding in Your Mind’s Eye 1 DVD by Jane Savoie

July 8, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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Jane Savoie has been helping dressage riders visualize their position and aids for years. Now Jane Savoie brings her dressage visualization exercises to DVD!

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Building Blocks for Dressage Training DVDs with Conrad Schumacher

July 7, 2010 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs

These DVDs were filmed at the British Dressage National convention and stars Conrad Schumacher. He demonstrates his systematic approach to training the dressage horse from the very early stages of getting the four year old to accept the contact through to the lateral work and changes needed at Advanced Medium levels.

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Art of Traditional Dressage v. 1 Seat and Aids Charles de Kunffy

August 10, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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A highly educational DVD that clearly demonstrates how to sit and why, the effect of the aids when your position is perfected and how ineffective your aids are when your position lacks. The aids can only go through in a conversant manner when you are precise in your position. My favorite!

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Conrad Schumacher’s Dressage System: Prepare to Win: Volume 1: Basic Level

August 9, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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This DVD is based on Conrad Schumacher’s clinics “Prepare to Win”. Focuses on increasing the rider’s confidence in combination with dressage.

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Pilates for the Dressage Rider by Janice Dulak

July 10, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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Janice Dulak, a Dressage Rider herself, is a Level 2 Pilates Instructor, one of only a handful to achieve this certification and, as such, is considered a second generation Pilates instructor, training teachers from around the world. This is the DVD that Dressage Riders interested in Pilates, want!

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School of Horsemanship – Gueriniere

July 1, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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Francois Robichon de la Gueriniere. First published in 1733 as Ecole de Cavalerie, this book is considered as the beginning of modern equitation. Here, for the first time, is the complete work.

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Workbooks from the Spanish School – Charles Harris

June 24, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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The complete diaries of Charles Harris, the first and only pupil to complete the 1948-1951 course at the Spanish Riding School. Daily notes of his experiences at the SRS, what he learned, illustrating every point. This is an incredible and unique record of classical horsemanship!

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Dressage with Kyra: The Kyra Kyrklund Training Method

June 23, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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A terrific book focused on solid basics, explained in a straight forward and traditional manner, leading to more advanced work. Kyra Kyrklund simplifies the whole process of starting your Dressage horse and moving him up the levels.

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Intimacy in French Classical Dressage Vol. III & IV

June 20, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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Whatever the situation with your horse, we all need an order of techniques to use when something goes wrong – this DVD meets that need… To dance, you need some direction or the dance looks silly – same when riding your horse. -Dominique Barbier

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Dressage School – Movements and Tips – Isabell Werth

June 18, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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Another of my all time favorite exercise books written by the amazing Isabel Werth, 2008 Olympic Gold and Silver medalist! Over 100 dressage movements explained in detail covering the what, the how, and most importantly the why! Practical and easy-to-follow, this resource promises to take the mystery out of dressage schooling forever.

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Intimacy in French Classical Dressage: Volumes I & II

June 16, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended DVDs
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Domenique Barbier, author of “Dressage for the New Age” takes his holistic and sensitive approach to riding and training into video where you can see first hand that there is much much more to his concepts than new age mumbo jumbo. Open your mind and ride!

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The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse For Kindle – De Kunffy

May 26, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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A classic must read book now available for instant electronic download on the Kindle, the iPhone or the iPod Touch!

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101 Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider by Jec Ballou

May 25, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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One of my all-time favorite exercise books, not so much for the exercises but rather for the way they are presented, described and organized. While most of the exercises in this book may be found elsewhere, Jec succeeds by not only explaining how the exercise is ridden but more importantly, why!

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Dressage for the 21st Century – Paul Belasik

May 25, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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Modern-day master Paul Belasik combines modern innovative thought with an unshakable belief in the timeless, layered progression of the classical system of training horses. Extremely well illustrated, this is one of my favorite all time books!

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The Art of Classical Riding – Sylvia Loch

May 22, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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Remarkably, this is the only English-language book to cover all the great dressage masters, past and present, and to explain in depth the methods and schools represented! Over 100 photos trace classical equitation from antiquity, through the Baroque period to Nuno Oliveira, the Spanish Riding School and modern dressage competition.

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The USDF Guide to Dressage

May 22, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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This USDF guide to dressage covers the history of dressage, an overview of proper terminology and equipment, as well as information on competition, crosstraining for other disciplines, management of the dressage horse, cross-training for achieving rider fitness, and more.

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The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse – Charles de Kunffy

May 20, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse is the first book devoted entirely to classical manege exercises that are ridden to supple, strengthen and, when necessary, correct. Internationally known instructor, coach and judge Charles de Kunffy details a program of exercises that will enable horses at all levels of dressage and combined training to improve their performance as equine athletes. One of my favorite exercise books!

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Training Strategies for the Dressage Rider – Charles de Kunffy

May 16, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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Training Strategies for Dressage Riders is full of specific guidelines for the correct development of riders and their horses. It addresses the most important issues involved with improving equitation, so that riders will be able to gymnasticise their horses correctly.

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Guide to Training the Young Horse – K.A. von Ziegner

May 13, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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One of the best books ever written on the German training system covers the ten principle elements. These elements are commonly referred to as the “Training Scale” or “Training Pyramid”; relaxation, regularity, freedom, contact, straightness, and Durchlassigkeit.

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Twisted Truths of Modern Dressage – Philippe Karl

April 28, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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This controversial book by one of the most outspoken critics of the modern dressage world clearly presents disturbing facts about the current fad of Rollkur, or “Hyperflexion”. Phillipe Karl then presents a solution, the classical alternative — the philosophy of “legerity”. Put this on your top ten must read list!

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Tug of War: Classical Versus “Modern” Dressage – Gerd Heuschmann

April 25, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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Gerd Heuschmann, an experienced veterinarian and life-long horseman, pens one of the most controversial books of the decade! In this book, Gerd Heuschmann describes the basic anatomy and physiology of the horse and identifies widely used incorrect training methods that are popular with top international dressage riders. Hyperflexion, Rollkur -> TORTURE!

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Walter Zettl Dressage in Harmony

April 25, 2009 / Christophe Krowchuk / Recommended Books
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Dressage in Harmony by Walter Zettl. This is the clearest, most readable books on training dressage horses ever written. Walter Zettl covers all the bases! This book is on the top of my list of must read dressage training books. I recommend it for all of my dressage riding students.

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