The Dressage Rider's Field Guide: A Visual Reference for Dressage Language, Levels, Lateral Movements & More (The Equestrian Complete Collection)

Finally — a dressage reference that makes sense.The Dressage Rider's Field Guide is the arena-side companion every dressage rider, student, and instructor has been looking for. Designed as a practical quick reference rather than a training manual, this book translates dressage into plain English and organizes everything you need to know into one clear, visual, easy-to-use resource.Inside, you'll find:Dressage Court Diagrams — Full diagrams of both the 20x40 and 20x60 meter arenas with letter placement, centerline, quarter lines, and key reference pointsHorse & Rider Training Scales — Both scales explained side by side, with a breakdown of each element and how they work togetherThe Language of Dressage — Plain-English definitions of the terms you hear in lessons, clinics, and on scoresheets — from rhythm and throughness to self-carriage and submissionDressage Maneuvers Explained — What each movement is, why it exists, and what judges are looking forDressage Levels Explained — A level-by-level overview of the USDF/USEF & FEI systems from Introductory through Grand PrixLateral Movements Simplified — Clear visual diagrams and descriptions of leg yield, shoulder-in, travers, renvers, half-pass, and moreArena Geometry Exercises — Diagrams and descriptions of core figures to improve accuracy and precisionGerman & French Terms — The most commonly heard terms in clinics and competition, translated and explained in contextLetter Memorization Aids — Tricks and mnemonics for both arena sizesYour First Dressage Show — A practical overview of show day logistics and what to expectReading Your Scoresheet — How to interpret judge's comments and use your scores as a training toolKey Differences in Jumping & Dressage — A clear breakdown for crossover ridersPrix Caprilli — History and exercises for this unique combined disciplineBONUS: Confidence in the Arena — A show day mental prep guide for riders at every levelThis book is for you if:You're new to dressage and want a clear starting pointYou're a returning rider building a stronger foundationYou're an instructor looking for a resource to recommend or use with studentsYou compete or clinic and want a quick reference that actually travels with youThe Dressage Rider's Field Guide pairs beautifully with The Dressage Collection digital resource — or stands completely on its own as your go-to dressage reference.Keep it ringside. Reach for it often. Read more