Discover the timeless wisdom of classical horsemanship from one of the world's most experienced trainers.
Approaching Perfection: The Art of Classical Horsemanship is a detailed, practical guide to riding, training, and understanding horses, rooted in traditional Spanish and European dressage, yet adapted for riders and horses of all levels.
This book teaches a systematic approach to training that puts the horse's natural balance, mental attitude, and physical wellbeing at the centre of every ride. Drawing from decades of global experience, Señor Ramón B. Guerrero shares gymnastic exercise systems, groundwork principles, and lunging techniques that help horses achieve suppleness, strength, and confidence.
Whether you're working with a young horse, retraining a problem horse, or refining advanced dressage, this guide provides practical tools and deep insight into horse and rider communication.
You'll learn to:
- Develop lateral and side flexion for better control
- Identify and correct hollow or stiff sides
- Apply classical principles to modern training challenges
- Improve your horse's posture, rhythm, and mental state
- Build a partnership based on trust, respect, and freedom within structure
With clear explanations, detailed illustrations, and years of proven experience, this book will transform the way you train and ride.
Suitable for dressage riders, trainers, and all serious students of classical horsemanship, Approaching Perfection combines traditional values with modern insight. If you value natural movement, ethical training, and achieving harmony between horse and rider - this is your guide.
