Julie Goodnight s Principles of Riding - 5 volume DVD Collection

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Julie Goodnight s Principles of Riding - 5 volume DVD Collection.
Brand New in original wrapper (except for Volume 1 which has been opened)
CONTENT DESCRIPTION
V1:
BALANCE & RHYTHM IN THE SADDLE
(1 hour 18 minutes)
Balance and rhythm are the most important skill you need for riding.  In this first DVD in the series, you'll learn how you and your horse can ride together as one.  Julie Goodnight, with the help of both English and Western riders, will show you the elements of proper position and balance in the saddle and the ability to move in rhythm with his stride.
Julie's focused and logical communication style appeals to all levels and ages of riders - recreational and competitive, English and Western.  She combines natural horsemanship techniques with the principles of classical riding to give you a thorough understanding of proper position on the horse, good balance in the saddle and how to fix common riding errors.  You'll be a balanced, fluid rider and feel confident in the saddle as you move harmoniously with your horse.
V2:
COMMUNICATION & CONTROL FROM THE SADDLE
(1 hour 13 minutes)
Join Julie Goodnight as she teaches you how to ride with optimum control and easy communication with your horse.  Learn how to use your natural aids to communicate lightly and effectively with your horse.  You'll give clear and consistent signals as you work on transitions and turning.  Whatever style of riding you prefer - whether it's dressage, jumping, reining or trail - you'll find success with this second installment of the Goodnight's Principles of Riding series.
In this DVD, Julie combines natural horsemanship and classic riding techniques to help you ride using your seat cues - first and foremost.  As you learn to ride with your entire body, you'll become less reliant on your hands and your horse will respond promptly with the lightest aids.
"Horses are usually eager and willing to do what we ask," Julie explains.  "The key is to use your aids in a coordinated fashion so your horse can easily understand you."
V3:
PERFECT PRACTICE
(1 hour 56 minutes)
In the third installment of her Goodnight's Principles of Riding Series, Julie Goodnight leads riders - those riding English and Western - through fun exercises taught on the ground, while mounted standing still, then gradually perfected at the walk, trot and later, the canter.
No matter what your riding ability, you'll find Julie's advice practical and her lessons engaging - keeping you active as you test your coordination, gain rhythm and enjoy learning with your equine and equestrian friends.
"We never reach a level of riding where we no longer have to work on the equitation - the art of riding.  These exercises are specially designed to improve your balance, rhythm, control and confidence on the horse.  No matter what your level of riding, you can challenge your skills and have fun too."
V4:
CANTER WITH CONFIDENC
E (1 hour 33 minutes)
Most every rider dreams of cantering (or loping) with ease and collection - the grace of a refined horse and rider team taking off with control and changing leads on command.
Join Julie Goodnight in volume 4 of Goodnight's Principles of Riding.  Here, she'll explain the gait's foot-falls and how your body impacts your horse as you cue for a canter, select a lead, and feel when to ask for a lead change.  Julie also guides you through valuable troubleshooting tips and teaches you to train your horse for the best canter ever - whether you're riding English or Western.
"The canter is the most powerful and complicated gait; it is the most fun and yet the most fear inducing.  Understanding is critical to your success in cueing, riding and training for the canter.  My goal is to help you achieve a thorough insight into the mechanics of movement, what you're feeling and the theory behind cueing, leads and lead changes."
V5:
REFINEMENT AND COLLECTION
(1 hour 25 minutes)
In volumes 1-4 of Goodnight's Principles of Riding you developed your feel, cues, rhythm and balance - and helped to teach your horse how to respond.  Now it's time to refine your position and cues and to become and elite, refined rider.  Julie clearly demonstrates how to ride while conducting your horse's every step.  You'll learn how to engage your horse's mind and body as you apply subtle-yet- effective leg and rein cues.  Your precise riding will help you collect your horse into a perfect position.  Better yet, you'll create the perfect synchronicity and partnership with your horse.  The techniques work for English and Western riders.
"The better the rider can use the natural aids, the better the horse can comply and perform.  Understanding how to apply your aids with precision and how and why the horse responds will allow you to have complete control over every movement your horse makes, with light and subtle signals."