The Right Track

This is a great handbook for any riding instructor, packed with ideas to help your lessons. With arena exercises designed to fine-tune rider coordination and communication, as well as improve transitions, rhythm, flexion, accuracy, and balance, this indispensable collection of schooling techniques will revitalize flatwork sessions, making them interesting, fun, and above all, effective.

The book includes:

Arena patterns ranging from beginner to advanced level

Clear diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and tips for applying lessons learned to outside activities

Warm-up and cool-down exercises for home and shows

Varied practice in all three gaits, including lateral work, lengthenings, and collection

Creative ways to implement halts and rein-backs in training regimens

A handy spiral binding to allow for practical use in the barn and ringside

The perfect ''one-hour lesson plan'' for instructors.