Horseback Riding For Dummies
Tips on warming up, improving control, and staying safeGet to know your horse and communicate with himHooked on horses? Ready to ride? This easy-to-follow guide is all you need to settle in the saddle and start riding for fun or competition. You'll see how to mount and dismount; ride in Western or English style; cue your horse to walk, jog or trot, and lope or canter; make the leap to jumping; and even enjoy fun and games with your horse.Find the best stable and instructorSelect riding gearRide in the ring and on trailsImprove your balance and timingCompete in horse showsBuy and take care of  a horse