{"product_id":"training-the-flying-changes-thomas-ritter-9783000540226","title":"Training The Flying Changes: A Step-by-step Guide For Any Horse Or Rider","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraining the Flying Changes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Step-by-Step Guide for Any Horse or Rider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flying change is one of dressage's most admired movements-and one of its most misunderstood. Riders often struggle with late changes, crookedness, tension, anticipation, or horses that simply refuse to change leads. The solution is rarely stronger aids. It lies in better preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this practical, highly illustrated guide, renowned classical trainer \u003cstrong\u003eDr. Thomas Ritter\u003c\/strong\u003e, together with \u003cstrong\u003eShana Ritter\u003c\/strong\u003e, presents a clear, systematic approach that develops flying changes through correct biomechanics, progressive gymnastic exercises, and thoughtful communication with the horse. Instead of relying on repetition or force, the Ritters show how to build the balance, straightness, coordination, and understanding that allow clean, confident flying changes to emerge naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside you'll discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwelve proven training pathways to successful flying changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgressive exercises from walk through canter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRider position, timing, and effective aids explained in detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolutions for common problems, including late behind, anticipation, tension, and resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethods suitable for young horses, green horses, retraining projects, and experienced competition horses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear explanations of the biomechanics that make flying changes easier to understand and teach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're schooling your first flying change, improving one-tempis, preparing for Third Level and FEI work, or simply seeking a more classical and horse-friendly training system, this book provides a logical roadmap that you can return to throughout your riding career.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRichly illustrated with diagrams and practical exercises, \u003cem\u003eTraining the Flying Changes\u003c\/em\u003e is an indispensable resource for dressage riders, trainers, instructors, clinicians, and serious students of classical horsemanship who want reliable flying changes built on understanding rather than chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Thomas Ritter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 3000540229\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9783000540226\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Xenophon Press LLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/15\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 94\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.85lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d","brand":"Thomas Ritter","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":49002315743487,"sku":"9783000540226","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/training-the-flying-changes-thomas-ritter-9783000540226","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}