{"product_id":"jump-with-joy-positive-coaching-for-horse-and-rider-hardcover","title":"Jump with Joy: Positive Coaching for Horse and Rider - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSarah Blanchard\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany riders want to try jumping, but are intimidated. This guide helps riders of every age safely learn to jump by presenting a natural approach with progressive, step-by-step exercises, full explanations, and lots of photos and diagrams. It covers everything from preparing a green horse for the first jump to riding a challenging course in a show ring. It includes guidelines for every discipline and every breed of horse, plus information on the demands of different competitive events.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're intimidated by jumping, get over it!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJumping propels a half-ton horse over an obstacle in a smooth, gravity-defying trajectory. It takes a leap of faith by both you and your horse. \"Jump with Joy: Positive Coaching for Horse and Rider\" helps riders of every age safely learn to jump by presenting a natural approach for developing steady, confident riders and horses. Featuring step-by-step exercises, full explanations, and lots of photos and diagrams, this book covers everything from preparing a green horse for the first jump to riding a challenging course in a show ring. Inside you'll find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDetails on the mechanics of the jump and how to determine if a particular horse is suited for the job\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProgressive exercises to help you learn the basics and then master more complex skills\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMethods that improve balance and strength for both you and your horse\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuidelines that cover every discipline and every breed of horse\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInformation on the specialized demands of different competitive events\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA trouble-shooting guide to help you avoid or fix common problems\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLessons that can be adapted for use by riders, coaches, and assistants\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an eager novice or a more experienced rider, Jump with Joy will help you gain skills and confidence, develop a more rewarding partnership with your horse, and have a lot of fun in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSarah Blanchard, author of the bestselling \"The Power of Positive Horse Training\" (Howell Book House), has over four decades of experience with horses. She is a horsewoman and riding instructor with a special interest in dressage and combined training. A licensed riding instructor, Blanchard is on the board of directors of the Hawaii Isle Dressage and Combined Training Association.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.88 x 9.34 x 6.52 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 2008\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47687792820445,"sku":"9780470121405","price":34.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/9867\/8237\/files\/OCChlxwxH-9780470121405.webp?v=1774040124","url":"https:\/\/handfulofbooks.com\/products\/jump-with-joy-positive-coaching-for-horse-and-rider-hardcover","provider":"Handful of Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}