This book is about developing that 'perfect understanding'. Whether you practice dressage hack event or show the improvement of your horse through an understanding of 'his' language should allow him greater ability & confidence in all your work together. The aim of The Balanced Horse is to confirm in people's minds what they should be doing for each request & what they must avoid. The author abhors the use of force & gadgetry in the schooling of horses & believes classical riding is the best way forward for all the disciplines.