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A Special Presentation of Charles de Kunffy Riding
The Ethics & Passions Of Dressage Lecture Series
Dressage Principles Illuminated Lecture Series
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An educational DVD that is expertly articulated by Charles de Kunffy, world-renowned clinician, 14 years as an FEI Judge, and author of six books on Classical Dressage.
The centerpiece of this DVD is a unique and thorough description of how to obtain the correct rider's position on horseback and how to maintain it in motion by integrating the rider's structure with the horse's motion. Invaluable information that is simply not taught anymore. This is becoming a lost art, but it is explained here and demonstrated by the author. This video provides the means to achieving excellence in Classical Dressage: Experience the passion of correct equitation Discover how to obtain the perfect seat and why you must have it Explore Classical Dressage and perceive its benefits Acquire the precise leg position and the proper use of the leg Learn principals that are effective on any horse Learn how to create beautiful form through proper posture, position and aids.
The Journals
Books
The Ethics and Passions of Dressage
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Pearls of Equestrian Wisdom
Almost poetic in writing style, the book pays tribute to non-confrontational horsemanship. Mr. de Kunffy takes the reader’s mind for a lesson that embraces history, philosophy, art, nature and the ethics of horsemanship.
A Rider's Survival From Tyranny
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Dramatic Autobiography
Fascinating accounts of his great mentors, ‘professor’ horses and remarkable characters are vividly described against an uncertain historical landscape. Brutal tyranny, and the victorious survival of a civilized mind are a testament to de Kunffy's determined spirit.
Training Strategies For Dressage Riders
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Elegance Through Effectiveness
Mr. de Kunffy guides the reader through the traditional training system that resulted always in the prolongation of the horse’s useful life and is rooted in the sincere love for the horse.
The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse
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Tools For Schooling Horses
This exacting work concentrates on explaining the meaning and usefulness of traditional riding patterns as schooling aids for the proper athletic development of horses.
Dressage Principles Illuminated
Expanded Edition
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Classic Riding Principles
Anyone respecting the classical riding tradition, regardless of their level of riding skills, will benefit from this sensitive, artistic and intelligent riding approach, which is the result of the authors’ lifetime of experience.