{"product_id":"the-gentle-art-of-horseback-riding-pdf","title":"The Gentle Art of Horseback Riding PDF","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Horseback riding is one of the world’s most popular activities. Much has been written about the various styles, techniques, and competitive events in the sport. But all too often resources, authors, and even instructors neglect the most important and unique aspect of riding: the relationship between rider and horse. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In \u003ci\u003eThe Gentle Art of Horseback Riding\u003c\/i\u003e, Gincy Self Bucklin shares her horse-friendly approach for developing comfortable, competent riders. Its step-by-step lesson format makes it an excellent resource for those who teach riding to others. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Whether you are just beginning or have ridden before, Bucklin’s methods can improve your skills and make you a better, more confident rider. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Inside \u003ci\u003eThe Gentle Art of Horseback Riding\u003c\/i\u003e, you’ll learn that the key to success at every level is understanding your horse and how to relate to him physically, mentally, and emotionally. This will help you advance more quickly, feel more confident, and have more fun. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e You’ll also discover much, much more: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • The seven steps for dealing with fear-related stress \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Interpreting your horse’s behavior and body language \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Saddling up, riding in half-seat positions, and using the reins \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Basic movements, including walk, trot, canter, turns, and transitions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • More advanced trotting, cantering, galloping, hill work, and fence jumping skills \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Whether you have a serious or casual interest in the sport as a whole or just one of its many disciplines, \u003ci\u003eThe Gentle Art of Horseback Riding\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read. Insightful and fascinating, it will enhance the riding experience for you and your horse. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 Starting out Right\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Why you Need Professional Instruction \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Finding the Right Instructor \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Riding Attire \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter2 The Real Tools for Success\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Three Basics \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Seven Steps and Grounding \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Safety Guidelines \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 Getting to Know the Horse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Handling the Introduction in a Closed Space \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Getting Acquainted Out in the Open \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Grooming \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 Overcoming Your Natural Fear of Falling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Mounting in Baby Steps \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Dismounting Safely \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Preparing for the Emergency Dismount \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Getting Comfortable On the Horse \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 Taking Your First Real Ride \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using the Bareback Pad to Achieve a Secure Seat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using the Grounding Strap \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Mounting: Getting It Right From the Start \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Following the Motion \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lateral Centering \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Putting It All Together \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6 The Indispensable Halter and Staying Centered During Turns and Transitions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Rope Halters \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Leather or Nylon Halters \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Checking the Fit of the Halter \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Staying Laterally Centered \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Longitudinal Centering During Transitions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 Negotiating Simple Ground Movements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Achieving Cooperation Through Communication \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Moving The Horse’s Hindquarters \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Moving The Horse’s Forehand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Moving the Horse Backward \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Gaining Respect and Becoming the Leader\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Leadership Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Dealing with Resistance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Starting and Stopping \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Turning \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e When the Horse Wants to Take Over \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using The Stick for Gentle Persuasion \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9 Expanding Your Ground Skills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Leading the Horse Into the Stall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bringing the Horse Out of the Stall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cleaning the Horse’s Feet \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tacking Up the Horse With the Bareback Pad \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 The Gentle Riding Aids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Understanding and Applying Intent \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using Your Eyes \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Moving Your Center \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using Your Seat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Managing Your Weight \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using the Stick While Riding \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Eliminating the Need for Aggression \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11 Handling the Reins and Preparing to Ride Solo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Picking Up the Reins \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lengthening the Reins \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Shortening the Reins \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using the Grounding Strap and Stick with the Reins \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Sitting Trot or Jog \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A Taste of Freedom \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12 Introduction to Riding In the Saddle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Preparing for Saddle Work \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Mounting the Saddled Horse \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tightening the Girth While Mounted in the English Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Dismounting From the Saddled Horse \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Getting Comfortable \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Your First Ride in the Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13 Saddling Up and Starting With Stirrups\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Putting On the Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Starting With the Stirrups \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The n Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The A Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Full Seat Forward Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Sitting the Trot In the Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14 Half-Seat Positions and Preparing for Faster Gaits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Staying Grounded in the Half Seat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Working From the Hip Joint \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using the Grounding Strap in the Half Seat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Three-Quarter Seat Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Half-Seat Open Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Half-Seat Closed Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15 Bits, Bridling, and Introduction to Using the Reins\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Putting On the Bridle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Using Hand Effects and Rein Effects to Communicate \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Active Hand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Introduction to the Leading Rein (English or Western Snaffle) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Introduction to Neck Reining (Western Curb) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Slowing or Stopping Using Direct Reins of Opposition (English or Western Snaffle) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Stopping Using Direct Reins of Opposition (Western) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16 Perfect Posting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Finding Posting Rhythm on the Bareback Pad \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Posting in the Stirrups \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Understanding Diagonals \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17 Cantering (Loping) and Galloping (Running)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Preparing to Canter \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bareback Cantering to the Left \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bareback Cantering to the Right \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cantering or Loping in the Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cantering in Half-Seat Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Galloping or Running \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18 Leg Aids and Advanced Hand and Rein Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Soft Leg \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Passive Hand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Holding Hand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Fixed Hand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Combing the Rein \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Taking Hand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Types and Applications of Leading Reins and Reins of Opposition \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Developing Effective Aids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19 Handling Hills With Confidence\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Riding Uphill In an English Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Riding Downhill In an English Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Polishing Your Skills \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Handling Hills in a Western Or Other Deep-Seated Saddle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Putting Your Skills to Good Use \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20 Jumping Made Easy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Phases of the Jump \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Staying Centered During the Jump \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Teaching Your Body to Ride the Jump \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Trusting the Horse \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Giving the Horse His Head \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Jumping Courses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Refusals and Runouts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Jumping for Western Riders \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGincy Self Bucklin\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching riding for more than 60 years. Her students have included recreational riders of all ages and levels, many of whom have also shown successfully and some of whom have become professionals themselves. While many experienced instructors teach only advanced riders, Gincy has also worked extensively with beginners and intermediates, believing that in order to be successful at the advanced level, riders must know and perfect the fundamentals from the start. She now works with instructors to share the teaching methods presented in her books. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Gincy’s mother was well-known equestrian author Margaret Cabell Self. Gincy was also fortunate to grow up in an area that had many world-class instructors and clinicians, including Sally Swift, George Morris, and Nuno Oliveira. Some of her early instructors trained with European trainers during the 1920s and ’30s while the cavalry, where much of the equine knowledge was developed, was still in existence. Gincy is a retired Centered Riding instructor and is an American Riding Instructors Association level IV instructor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Gincy has been writing about horses and riding since 1987. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eWhat Your Horse Wants You to Know, How Your Horse Wants You to Ride\u003c\/i\u003e, and\u003ci\u003e More How Your Horse Wants You to Ride\u003c\/i\u003e. She has been a contributor to national horse magazines, including \u003ci\u003eEquus\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHorse Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e. Currently she writes a regular column for \u003ci\u003eRiding Instructor\u003c\/i\u003e, the quarterly publication of the American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA). Gincy lives in East Dummerston, Vermont. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Whatever your discipline, Gincy Bucklin’s innovative approach to learning the essential skills will help you become a confident rider on a calm, comfortable horse.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharlotte Kneeland-- \u003c\/b\u003eFounder of the American Riding Instructor's Association \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eThe Gentle Art of Horseback Riding\u003ci\u003e will be a valuable resource for those riders who are not lucky enough to take lessons directly from Gincy herself.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJessica Jahie\u003c\/b\u003el-- Author of \u003ci\u003eHorse-Sense\u003c\/i\u003e Newsletter and \u003ci\u003eThe Horse Training Problem Solver\u003c\/i\u003e, Horse Training Consultant \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Hands-on experience is the best teacher, and Gincy transmits this knowledge and experience through\u003c\/i\u003e The Gentle Art of Horseback Riding. \u003ci\u003eAnything Gincy writes is worth a read.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge H. Morris-- \u003c\/b\u003eLegendary Trainer, 1960 Olympic Silver Medalist in Show Jumping \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Gincy very deeply takes into consideration that a horse has feelings and personality and deserves to be treated with consideration, so the partnership is a mutual, respectful exchange. This book is a must for every rider, be he a beginner, fairly advanced, or of an upper level. It is also a great help for trainers who are teaching young horses the basics, then higher levels of being ridden in a relaxed, balanced, happy way. For riding instructors, this book will give very valuable insight on how to build up lessons and step-by-step teaching of their students.” Yvonne Lehey“Gincy very deeply takes into consideration that a horse has feelings and personality and deserves to be treated with consideration, so the partnership is a mutual, respectful exchange. This book is a must for every rider, be he a beginner, fairly advanced, or of an upper level. It is also a great help for trainers who are teaching young horses the basics, then higher levels of being ridden in a relaxed, balanced, happy way. For riding instructors, this book will give very valuable insight on how to build up lessons and step-by-step teaching of their students.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYvonne Lehey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/get-started-by-understanding-the-basics\"\u003eGet started by understanding the basics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/how-to-post-in-stirrups\"\u003eHow to post in stirrups\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/mastering-the-sitting-trot-or-jog\"\u003eMastering the sitting trot or jog\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/take-a-leadership-position-and-learn-to-deal-with-resistance\"\u003eTake a leadership position and learn to deal with resistance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Putting_on_the_rope_halter_jpg.jpg?v=1741359412\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Putting_on_the_rope_halter_jpg.jpg?v=1741359412\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Fastening_the_rope_halter_jpg.jpg?v=1741359446\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Fastening_the_rope_halter_jpg.jpg?v=1741359446\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Gaining_respect_and_becoming_the_leader_jpg.jpg?v=1741359481\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Gaining_respect_and_becoming_the_leader_jpg.jpg?v=1741359481\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Leadership_position_jpg.jpg?v=1741359516\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bucklin___Leadership_position_jpg.jpg?v=1741359516\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Gincy Self Bucklin","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":43277858832458,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/9781492576242.jpg?v=1777409593","url":"https:\/\/us.humankinetics.com\/products\/the-gentle-art-of-horseback-riding-pdf","provider":"Human Kinetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}