First published in France as Gymnase et Dressage, Henriquet on Dressage is a textbook on equitation that is set upon a framework of training three young horses from their initial breaking in up to the execution of classical airs at the age of nine. The different characteristics of each horse act as aide memoires, prompting the author to draw upon his vast and broad-based equestrian experience, thereby highlighting the value of particular aspects of communication and technique. One aspect of the author's background, which adds depth and authority to his work, is his comprehensive understanding of various strands of equestrian thought. This long-time disciple and friend of the late Nuno Oliveira does not subscribe to one school of equestrian tradition only. Instead, he distils and applies that which is most useful from the legacies of La Gueriniere, as handed down through Steinbrecht, and of Baucher, as expounded by Faverot de Kerbrech and, in the most subtle manner, by Oliveira himself. The training described in Henriquet on Dressage is carried out in distinct, progressive stages, which the author calls 'the time to understand, the time to learn, the time to do' and 'the time to perfect'. These designations highlight clearly the fact that it is the horse's increasing levels of mental and physical development, rather than the calendar, which dictate progress towards the rassembler - that advanced level of true collection which lies at the heart of all truly classical work. Henriquet on Dressage is a book that will satisfy and inform all who seek guidance on working in the true classical tradition, where patience, a desire to educate and artistic endeavour remain timeless virtues.

Henriquet on Dressage

Sports & Outdoors

Henriquet, Michel

Individual Sports

J.A.Allen & Co Ltd

<p>This classical text, which knowledgeable horsemen have been anxiously awaiting for years, is finally available in English. Henriquet's personal record of correspondence provides a unique window into the private problem-solving dialogue between master and student. Now a master écuyer in his own right, Henriquet embellishes this new edition with 50 photographs from his personal collection. This first and only English edition includes many more photographs of Nuno Oliveira and his teacher than earlier editions. It has also been embellished with a glossary and a descriptive table of contents for the 71 chapters. Michel Henriquet was born in 1924, and holds a degree in Law and Letters. In search of elusive traditional classic French equitation, he believed might be lost, Michel Henriquet first studied with the Baucherist, Rene Bacharach, a student of Captain Beudant. Henriquet was among the first admirers of Master Nuno Oliveira, becoming a friend and disciple over thirty years, until the latter's death. "I inserted between the letters, most of the notes I've ever taken over the years. They are, sometimes the 'screenplay' of what I just saw in the ring. In some cases I have carefully noted the tips and reflections that reveal valuable concepts. Finally, I note the criticisms and comments that the Master sent me regarding a working session. This body of didactic elements reminds all those who have had the opportunity to work with him most of his philosophy, in its most direct form. And for those who alas, have not experienced this instruction first hand, fortunately, it will add to the discovery that they can do by reading about his great work." -Michel Henriquet.</p>

30 Years with Master Nuno Oliveira: Correspondence, Photographs and Notes Chronicled by Michel Henriquet

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Pets & Animal Care

Xenophon Press LLC

<p>This lovely book follows the training of three young horses, from their first schooling experiences to the execution of classical airs at the age of nine.</p>

Durand, Catherine

Trafalgar Square Books

Gymnase et dressage

Vigot Maloine

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