Dressur meets Working Equitation

Why Working Equitation? Originating from the working riding methods used in the fields and cattle handling, the relatively young and rapidly growing equestrian discipline of Working Equitation is gaining more and more followers worldwide. Every dedicated rider—whether they want to jump right in or transition from another discipline—will find answers to their questions in this book. Covering everything from the origins and traditions to training and competition preparation, this book provides a comprehensive overview. Challenging and exciting in competitions, fun and varied in training—Working Equitation offers versatile riding for every rider, riding style, and horse breed. The book, filled with beautiful photos from the world of Working Equitation, encourages readers to explore beyond their usual boundaries, whether for training purposes or as a competitive sport. After reading the descriptions of the obstacles, corresponding QR codes motivate riders to start training immediately. The videos behind the QR codes describe each obstacle in detail and invite experimentation and practice.

Contents include:

• Origins and History
• The Working Equitation Horse
• Dressage - Style Trail - Obstacles
• Speed Trail - The Crowd-Puller
• Cattle Work - The Highlight
• The Working Equitation Competition
• Tips for Organizers.