Dressage

The fundamental purpose of Dressage (a French term meaning "training") is to develop, through standardized progressive training methods, a horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to perform, thereby maximizing its potential as a riding horse. Although the discipline has its roots in classical Greek horsemanship, dressage was first recognized as an important equestrian pursuit during the Renaissance in western Europe. The great European riding masters of that period developed a sequential training system that has changed little since then and is still considered the basis of modern dressage.

External links

• US Dressage Federation
• Dressage Canada
• Spanish Riding School
• Classical Dressage
• Classical Dressage Notebook
• British Dressage
• Dressage Daily
• Dressage Unlimited
• More information on The Airs Above the Ground