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	Classical Dressage Training in Spain, Portugal and the US by Equitours
		Classical Dressage Training Clinics with Rafael Soto — We are offering a special opportunity for individual dressage training lessons this fall and winter with Rafael Soto, an Olympic silver medalist in dressage.
		Classical Dressage Training in New England - This training program under a highly qualified European instructor with beautifully trained Lusitano stallions is easy for Americans to reach.
		It is interesting that classical dressage and classical Western Riding have a great deal in common which is not surprising since they both come from the same Spanish roots.
	www.ridingtours.com /horseback_riding_destinations/dressage.cfm (689 words)

	Dressage - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The fundamental purpose of Dressage (a French term meaning "training") is to develop, through standardized progressive training methods, a horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to perform, thereby maximizing its potential as a riding horse.
		Breeds commonly used for competitive dressage are normally in the warmblood category, as these breeds have the vigorous, extended movement and strength necessary for the sport.
		It is not seen in modern competitive dressage, but is performed by the horses of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna and the Cadre Noir in Saumur.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dressage (1159 words)

	Dressage World: History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The object of dressage is the harmonious development of physical ability of the horse, resulting in a calm, supple, flexible animal, both longitudinally and laterally.
		These equestrian games were only open to cavalry officers, and the dressage test consisted of collected and extended gaits, rein-back, turn on the hocks, four flying changes on a straight line, and jumping five small obstacles, one of which was a barrel rolled towards the horse.
		In closing, it is interesting for modern dressage competitors to reflect that Alois Podhajsky and Nuno Oliveira, two great masters of the twentieth century, were deeply concerned that the structure of competitive tests, subjective judging systems, and marker accuracy pressures demote from the art in its most classical sense.
	www.worlddressage.com /history.htm (2011 words)

	Classical dressage - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Classical dressage evolved from cavalry movements trained for the battlefield.
		Today the only remaining large schools of classical dressage are the Spanish Riding School in Vienna, and the French school in Saumur.
		There are a number of classically based trainers of classical dressage who endeavour to keep the art alive.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Classical_dressage (142 words)

	Andalusian in Competition Dressage (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Classical - influenced by, of or relating to ancient Roman and Greek art, literature and culture; traditional; serious; refined.
		This form of classical training has been maintained throughout history in a small number of places where horsemanship is shown as an art.
		As far as 'dressage' goes, I feel they are able to show their wonderful abilities best in 'classical dressage' rather than 'competition dressage'.
	www.al-andalus.com /classical.htm (835 words)

	Classical Dressage Notebook - Horse and Rider in Complete Harmony
		Classical: Something of established excellence, accepted as an ideal or able to serve as one, that which ajudged to be of lasting authority.
		Dressage: The execution by a trained horse of precision movements in response to barely perceptible signals from its rider.
		Classical riding doesn't rely on gimmicks or gadgets; it relies on the rider having a total understanding of the horse based on its psychology, physiology and biomechanics.
	www.homestead.com /ridebetter (661 words)

	What's the Best Horse for Classical Dressage? (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Although Vitor Silva, a Portuguese classical dressage riding master, imports and sells Lusitano horses, which are bred for classical dressage, he will be the first to tell you that the best horse is one you can ride.
		"Classical dressage, like many other disciplines, requires the regular use of an instructor because you can't always believe what you think you are feeling, " he said.
		Classical dressage is a sport that requires physical and mental discipline for both the horse and rider.
	www.saddleshop.com /sentinel/classicaldressage.htm (730 words)

	Classical Dressage Notebook - Putting Theory Into Practice
		To be an equestrian in the classical sense is
		The education of a rider in the classical tradition has been likened to a journey through a mythical Dark Forest in search of an Enchanted Castle hidden in a clearing in the centre.
		The principles of classical riding can be laid down, but there is no definite rule as to how to put them into practice.
	www.classicaldressage.co.uk (467 words)

	A Passion for Dressage
		No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the written permission of the publisher and the author.
		Dressage artwork is also strictly copyrighted, is the work of the author, and may not be used in another Web page or publication without written consent of the author.
		Printing any portion of A Passion for Dressage is permitted for personal, non-commercial use as long as the author is given credit, no changes are made, and copyright notices are retained.
	pages.sbcglobal.net /bielikov/dressage (166 words)

	The Sport Pony brings you Dressage AKA Classical Riding
		The main purpose of Dressage is to enable the horse to move in a manner most like it's natural state.
		Dressage tests are not like other horse shows.
		The thin, quilted cotton pad used under the Dressage saddle is called a numnah, it is traditionally square with rounded corners and shaped to fit the horse's back.
	sportpony.netfirms.com /dressage.html (896 words)

	Classical Dressage Training in Portugal from Cross Country International, Corp.
		Classical Dressage is best known as the art of riding as developed in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
		This is the art of dressage as practiced in Vienna's famous Spanish Riding School and the Escola Portuguesa D'arte Equestre.
		This Classical Dressage Training program is designed for riders who are comfortable in any gait and who wish to experience this ancient art of horseback riding.
	www.equestrianvacations.com /horseback_riding/cdportugal.php (422 words)

	Classical Dressage Riding (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Dressage at ROMRA - Yoga at ROMRA / ROBERT O. Dressage at ROMRA / Classical Dressage to Olympic standards; Dressage Training ; Dressage Horses; Yoga for Riding.
		Dressage - Classical dressage with Sylvia Loch founder of the
		Classical dressage rider teacher and trainer of classical dressage invites you to join the classical riding club...
	www.simplyhorses.info /browse/classical-dressage-riding.html (243 words)

	Classical Dressage on Voltes: Saunier and La Guérinière
		As the above (left) engraving from Saunier's L'Art de la Cavalerie indicates, the classical seat and requirements for relative elevation are somewhat different from a modern version of dressage seat.
		The rider's position, tack and the holding of reins is similar to Saunier, although stirrups and spurs are worn.
		Instead of the curb of classical equitation, he wears a snaffle bit, cavesson adjusted to allow soft chewing (note this in the movies), stirrups, spurs (not used, but worn), whip (inactive and across my right thigh), a treeless saddle with an all-elastic girth.
	nicholnl.wcp.muohio.edu /DingosBreakfastClub/BioMech/BioMechVoltes.html (1026 words)

	Kathy Daly - KDequine training - Dressage Trainers in Florida
		Kathy is an "r" rated licensed USAE Dressage judge, USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist and has a strong background in eventing.
		Developing both the horse's physical and mental attributes is her key to producing the calm, supple and obedient horse that is her goal and can be yours.
		Please contact Kathy directly for clinics, lessons at your farm, private training of your horse and to secure her services as a Dressage judge for your show.
	kdequine.com (221 words)

	Dressage - Equiworld Equestrian Magzine
		The Ottawa Area Dressage Group (OADG) is a regional, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the development of Dressage in the Ottawa area and its surrounding communities.
		Classical Riding Reflection is dedicated to classical dressage to be in harmony with the horse and promoting classical dressage in clinic training and sales horses Doina Fischer owner and classical dressage trainer certified.
		A solid dressage foundation creates horses that are happy in their work, physically suited to do the jobs their riders ask of them, and correctly attuned to the aids.
	www.equiworld.net /dressage (2074 words)

	Dressage un Ltd, Unlimited Dressage, Classical to Competitive
		Dressage un Ltd, Unlimited Dressage, Classical to Competitive
		Dressage is the partnership between Horse and Rider.
		Dressage becomes art when it is a joy for the horse.
	www.dressageunltd.com (107 words)

	Welcome to ClassicalDressage.com
		Classical Dressage was at its height in the Baroque era, when European aristocracy could devote their vast time and wealth to the endless pursuit of artistic equitation.
		Over the centuries since, classical dressage has entered a steady decline, and it is now in great risk of extinction.
		This is why it is crucial that, together, those of us who believe and value the classical principles, hold the torch alive and pass it along.
	www.classicaldressage.com /rd/ritter.html (345 words)

	Bravata-Andalusians - Classical Dressage
		Most dressage enthusiasts, even those who are unfamiliar with Iberian horses, know of the writings of Francois de la Gueriniere, even if many haven’t taken the time to read them.
		Following is a chronological series of quotations from some of the old masters of classical horsemanship.
		The ideal the high school dressage horse "must have an excellent mouth, be lively and graceful without rigidity, light and strong, it must have strong cannon bones and very good loins.
	www.bravata-andalusians.com /dressage.htm (892 words)

	The Art of Classical Riding--Dressage Training for Horse and Rider (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Welcome to the Art of Classical Riding's Riding School.
		If this is your first visit, it is recommended that you begin your learning expedition with the Classical Seat Series.
		Understand the importance of solid basics, learn what they are, and how to develop them in the horse.
	www.artofriding.com /school.html (355 words)

	Welcome To Los Alamos Dressage Center!
		Los Alamos Dressage Center, established in 1966 by the late Maj. Hector Carmona as the first dressage school in the USA, has always been dedicated to the fine art of training rider and horse in the principles of classical dressage.
		When done correctly, the results are reflected in a calm and supple horse who is confident, keen and attentive to the rider and whose gaits show freedom and regularity together with engagement of the hindquarters (collection) which originates from lively impulsion and straightness.
		Dressage, compared to other riding disciplines, can be likened to the trunk of a tree from which limbs of many shapes spring forth.
	www.losalamosdressage.com (610 words)

	Classical Dressage with Lusitano Horses in Portugal - Jose Fontes - Lusitanos
		Classical Dressage with Lusitano Horses in Portugal - Jose Fontes - Lusitanos
		For many years we have been training classical dressage to some of our Lusitano Stallions in Portugal.
		Here you will find information from talented dressage riders that have been undertaken the classical dressage training of our Lusitano horses.
	www.josefonteslusitanos.com /Classical-Dressage-JoseFontes-Lusitanos.htm (50 words)

	Dressage Movement- Leg Yield: Dressage Imports & FEI dressage training
		Dressage tests for ponies and horses are between the levels of
		Dressage with the Stars 2000 - Workouts for Young Dressage Horse Competitions.
		Dressage is performed in a 20 x 60 meter arena with a set of letters
	www.dressage.to /preresearch/movement/leg_yield_html (4474 words)

	Dressage & Classical Riding Training - horse dancing, british dressage, classical riding.:Blackmore Equestrian Books ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		He is also on the Dressage Committee of the British Horse Society where he is a member of both the Dressage Tests and Training Sub-Committee and Chairman of the latter.%3CBR%3E%3CBR%3EDane is very well qualified to help you improve your dressage test.
		Following an essay on the origins of dressage as an Olympic sport, there is a year-by-year record of the development of key rules and changes to the tests.
		Stephen Clarke, FEI dressage judge, comments on a range of horses performing specific movements from Medium and Advanced Medium tests, giving you a chance to see and understand more about what the judge is looking for and where marks are gained and lost.
	www.blackmore-equestrian.com /x5635.html (10644 words)

	Dressage - Classical dressage with Sylvia Loch founder of the Classical Riding Club
		Author teacher of Classical riding resides in the heart of the Scottish borders.
		Sylvia is also founder of the Classical Riding Club with membership across the globe.
		Sylvia's books and videos have brought the techniques of Classical Riding within the grasp of all riders everywhere, whatever their experience or discipline.
	www.sport-horses.org /dressage/sylvia_loch.shtml (500 words)

	Horse Books - Dressage and Classical Riding - Page 1 of 3 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The first book devoted entirely to classical manege exercises that are ridden to supple, strengthen and, when necessary.
		The usefulness of cavalletti work in the training of horses and riders receives renewed attention and authority with the reissuing of this classic work by.
		A training method, which deplores the use of force, is applicable to all riding horses - be they eventers, dressage horses, show jumpers or.
	www.myhorsestable.com /books_dressage1.html (361 words)

	Dressage at ROMRA: Classical Dressage and Yoga (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Each of us who is interested in dressage as a serious endeavor has
		great masters of dressage were brought to us who demonstrated incredible skill, awareness and intuition.
		A rider who wishes to exhibit a horse in "classical fashion"
	www.dressage-at-romra.com /classical_riding/classical_dressage_and_yoga_1.htm (198 words)

	Links
		It’s not just another dressage list, it is a Classical Dressage list with many genuine classical trainers.
		An international forum for the discussion of topics related to the training, history, and preservation of the art of Classical Dressage.
		It is for riders at any level, as its aim is to inform, help and provide a forum for genuine discussion about Classical Dressage, no matter what school of thought.
	www.classicaldressage.co.uk /Links/links.html (272 words)

	Dressage Bridle
		This fl Dressage Bridle is accented with white on the noseband and browband.
		Document Excerpt: USDF What is Dressage Dedicated to education the recognition of achievement and the promotion of the sport of dressage.
		DRESSAGE AS A COMPETITIVE SPORT Kari McClain WA on Luminaire is a member of the Pinto Horse Association one of 48 breed associations which award excellence in dressage performance through USDF's All-Breed Award program.
	www.horse101.com /topics/Tack/dressage_bridle_html (9457 words)

	The V. Kirkwood Home Page (Dressage, Kirkwood Genealogy)
		Dressage Canada Official voice for dressage with the CEF.
		Above and Beyond Equestrian Arts Center Henderson, N.C. Focus on classical dressage and training in lightness.
		Classical Dressage Quotes from the Masters, Library, Q and A, much more.
	www.igs.net /~vkirkwoodhp/index.htm (798 words)

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