This invaluable and comprehensive guide elucidates every aspect of riding from establishing initial trust with the horse; harnessing and preparing the horse and rider and learning to ride; to the skills demanded in competition such as mastering the intricacies of dressing and tackling fences. The book then presents the wonderful range of activities to be enjoyed with new found riding skills. From the individual discipline of dressage to team sports such as polo, here is all riders need to know to gain the maximum pleasure from jumping and non-jumping sports.