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Beginning with the background and development of vaulting, the author moves on to outline a complete programme for horse and rider, including: choosing, training and looking after a horse, and using the right equipment. Particular emphasis is placed on the special combination of riding, athletic and artistic ability demanded by this sport. The second part of the book is for the vaulting competitor and covers compulsory exercises required in competition, together with tips on how to improve performance, and practical information on how to be ready for the day of competition from filling out entry forms correctly to timetables, competition formats and knowing what the judges are looking for. Useful addresses; setting up your own team. ... Read more

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Using simple line drawings, this book explains whole sequences of movements, including many stages which are difficult to discern without a trained eye. The author provides information for both trainer and vaulter. ... Read more

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Equestrian Vaulting
I was very pleased to finally find a book dedicated to the sport of vaulting.It is without a doubt the least recognized equestrian sport, and it's about time a book was published directed to this abnormal sport ofgymnastics on horseback!Equestrian Vaulting is a very worthy purchase,with information, tips, and pictures of the six compulsaries...Informationabout the categories of competitions...tips on putting together Kurs...etc. A wonderful guide for any vaulter--beginner to expert. ... Read more

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The following pages contain a Treatise on the Art of Riding on Horseback, for Ladies, which originally appeared in the Publishers' well-known Manual of elegant feminine Recreations, Exercises, and Pursuits, THE YOUNG LADY'S BOOK; with, however, various additions to the Text, and a number of new Illustrations and Embellishments.
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Equestrian vaulting is most often described as gymnastics and dance on horseback, and like these disciplines, it is an art and not a competitive sport. It is open to males and females. It is one of ten competitive equestrian events recognized by the International Federation for Equestrian Sports, along with: dressage, combined driving, endurance riding, eventing, horseball, paraequestrian, reining, and show jumping, and tent pegging. Therapeutic or Interactive Vaulting is also used as form of treatment for children and adults who may have balance, attention, gross motor skill, or social deficits. Vaulting has many enthusiasts worldwide, but particularly in Germany, where it is often practiced as part of basic equestrian training. The German vaulting squads are highly ranked and very competitive on the world stage. Vaulting is also especially well established in France (where it is known as Voltige), Sweden, the UK, and the Netherlands. Enthusiasm for the sport is also growing in Brazil, Australia, and in the United States. American vaulters have been successful competing internationally and the US has produced several world champions and highly ranked vaulting teams. ... Read more

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Chapters: Equestrianism, Horse Murders, Hunt Seat, Competitive Trail Riding, Horse Show, Mounted Archery, Equestrian Vaulting, Equestrian at the Pan American Games, Equitation, Campdrafting, Successful Ish Showjumpers, Equestrian at the Asian Games, Fei World Equestrian Games, Tent Pegging, Cowboy Mounted Shooting, Horse Riding Stunts, Mounted Orienteering, Devon Horse Show, Dzhigit, Fantasia, Cape Unicorns Polocrosse Club, Coleo, Keyhole Race, Equestrian Drill Team, Hunter Hack, Hunter Pacing, Musical Ride, Carrera de Cintas, Team Chasing, Horse Pulling. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 157. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Equestrianism (From Latin equester, equestr-, horseman, horse) refers to the skill of riding or driving horses. This broad description includes both use of horses for practical, working purposes as well as recreational activities and competitive sports. A stunt rider at a Devon agricultural show Young Tibetan rider, horse riding is an essential means of transportation in parts of the world where the landscape does not permit other transportation meansHorses are trained and ridden for practical working purposes such as in police work or for controlling herd animals on a ranch. They are also used in competitive sports including, but not limited to, dressage, endurance riding, eventing, reining, show jumping, tent pegging, vaulting, polo, horse racing, driving, and rodeo. (See additional equestrian sports listed later in this article for more examples.) Some popular forms of competition are grouped together at horse shows, where horses perform in a wide variety of disciplines. Horses (and other equids such as mules and donkeys) are used for non-competitive recreational riding such as fox hunting, trail riding or hacking. There is public access to horse trails in al...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=74700 ... Read more

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More fun training
I love this book, sadly currently out of print. It is perfect for owners of Iberian horses and their descendent breeds as they find the work fun and easy. The methods are clearly explained - no mystique - and the results astounding. Sylvia Stanier is a comsumate horse trainer and this comes through on every page. ... Read more

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Rick and Virginia Hawthorne create miracles every day, and they have since 1980. This is the true story of two people who have helped thousands of children and young adults, handicapped and not, through the sport of equestrian vaulting. Their team, Valley View Vaulters, have captured medals of the highest rank consistently.

So what are the miracles? When someone rises from a wheelchair and is able to walk, it's a real life miracle. Kids who couldn't concentrate long enough to cross a room become international champions. Those with autism connect. And that's just the beginning.

I would like to be able to offer this free to get their story out, but since I can't, all royalties will be donated to Valley View Vaulters..
MORGAN ST. JAMES

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We spend hours conditioning and gymnasticizing our horses, but how many of us devote like attention to our own bodies? This excellent book from Germany covers over 120 specific exercises, illustrated with charming line drawings. ... Read more