Training and Riding With Cones and Poles ― Over 35 Engaging Exercises to Improve Your Horse's Focus and Response to the AIDS, While Sharpening Your Timing and Accuracy

Simple to use and inexpensive to acquire, cones and poles are a valuable addition to the regular work you do with your horse, both on the ground and in the saddle, whatever your discipline or sport. Not only do they add a splash of color and visual interest to an otherwise ?blank” arena, they also serve as practical markers for training exact transitions; improving responses to the aids; helping ensure well-shaped circles and straight lines; and teaching your horse to negotiate basic obstacles. And, best of all, while enriching your riding experience and engaging your horse in the training process, exercises using cones and poles are fun! With its colorful photographs, easy-to-use diagrams, and spiral binding so you can lay it flat for quick reference, this handy guide demonstrates over 35 lessons that incorporate cones and poles. It is the perfect ringside companion: ideas anyone can use to improve, while keeping everyone interested in the learning process.

Sigrid Schope been riding for over 35 years. As a coach to many riders she has become familiar with the various aspects of ground work and gymnastic training. She resides in Monchengladbach, Germany.