U.S. Three-Day Event Team veteran James Wofford shares his secrets for
training great jumpers. He assures riders that horses who are taught to jump
using a gymnastic system soon become confident and efficient over fences. He
carefully details how to train young horses using gymnasticsclearly
illustrating how to set up each grid. He also provides a systematic sequence
explaining which gymnastic to use when, depending on the horses level of
training and the riders focus, whether it be cross country or show jumping.
Exercises are given to help correct existing bad jumping habits in older
horses such as refusals, run-outs, or improper striding. Whether you are just
learning to jump or you are a seasoned expert, Wofford provides ample
exercises for setting up your horse to succeed over fences. JAMES WOFFORD is
one the worlds leading experts on gymnastic jumping. He was a member of the
U.S. Equestrian Team for over twenty years, winning two Olympic Team Silver
Medals and four National Championships. For the last two decades he has
concentrated on training the cream of Americas young event riders using the
time-tested methods described in this new guidebook. Read more