A Spiritual Path for the Classical Rider Paperback – November 30, 2018

Third book which forms a TRILOGY alongside ‘Ride From The Heart’ and ‘Breathe Life Into Your Riding’, ‘A Spiritual Path for the Classical Rider’ describes in depth how our connection with the natural world can enhance our understanding and empathy with our horse, showing how building conscious breath awareness can transform our connection with our horse.Jenny Rolfe looks at the philosophy for the rider, the path towards authenticity - a way of being and allowing which brings forth joy and eliminates the fear.There are many illustrations to guide the reader to find authenticity, rekindle the fun and release the inner child spirit, as well as several fascinating studies written by her students from all over the world.An important chapter is included on natural postures for the horse, as this is Jenny’s essence of her training. She works with horses from the ground and through her own posture and breath-energy can influence the horse and the way he moves.Included are daily entries from Jenny’s diary, whilst working with a young, expressive stallion. These notes hold the key to her responses on a day-to-day basis, as she gradually built their bond of trust.Jenny has developed innovative and creative exercises using poles on the ground, which are helpful for working in hand and gaining suppleness and focus under saddle. These small steps will help to build a joyous, healthy athletic horse.The chapter ‘A Search for Lightness’ brings philosophy together with technique, guiding the rider through growing body awareness, to enhance lightness, balance and harmony, seeking joy from an open heart.Jenny Rolfe has been passionate about horses since childhood, spending much time observing herds of native ponies, learning about their nature and ways. Then she developed a love for dressage but felt the methods lacked that all-important connection she felt with ponies as a child.She became inspired by Iberian horses and Classical teaching and travelled to Lisbon with her Spanish stallions to train with the Chief Instructor of the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art, Antonio Borba Monteiro, and also Classical Maestre, Luis Valenca.On her return to the UK, Jenny continued her path of discovery with her Spanish stallion, Delfin. He revealed the amazing power of breathing as a profound connection between them.Jenny believes that breathing and subtle changes in energy are the key to learning the language of the herd and harmony in riding.‘Neither horse nor rider can learn unless they are calm and receptive,’ says Jenny.Aside from her authorship, Jenny has contributed to equestrian magazines world-wide.All are welcome to join Jenny’s Facebook Group, Naturally ClassicalJenny has designed the Gentil Bitless Bridle which is featured onwww.naturallyclassical.com along with an extensive library of Training Videos. These videos show both Jenny and her students, with their horses.You can access these videos which are available for viewing from her web site www.naturallyclassical.com Read more