Horseback Riding For Dummies

• Find a qualified riding instructor
• Choose the riding discipline that best suits your interests
• Learn how to enter the competitive riding world

Giddy up and get riding!

There's nothing quite like the sound of a horse's gallop. Add to that its mane catching the wind and its powerful, graceful agility, and you have one of the most majestic creatures on earth. If you've caught the equine bug, this book is all you need to get saddled up for an exhilarating ride into the sunset! You'll discover the differences between Western and English riding, how to choose the best stable and instructor, and more. No need to hold your horses—take the reins, and be ready to learn everything you need to know!

Inside...

• Find a good stable
• Select the right gear
• Keep your riding muscles fit
• Build a rapport with a horse
• Ride in the ring or on trails
• Improve balance and timing
• Buy your own horse