Joanne Verikios - Winning Horsemanship: A judges secrets and tips for your success

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Praise for the Author

Throughout everyones competition career there is the niggling question of what does the judge want? What is going on on the other side of the clipboard and scorecard? This splendid book by Joanne Verikios answers our questions and sets us on the road to success in competition and out of it! Jeanne OMalley, Author of Training the Performance Horse and Riding in Mounted Games.

Winning Horsemanship is a clear winner for both horse and rider/handler. It offers powerful insight into the equine thought process and their behaviour, as well as strong motivation to the rider/handler. This is truly a thinking horsemans book, for those who want to build a lasting and successful partnership with their equine counterparts. What I love most about this book is that it offers a holistic approach to both horse and rider, with empathy and compassion shown for the horses. Claudette Johnson, Beau Cheval Warmblood Stud, AWHA Ltd Federal President.

As a business coach and strategist, I love any preparation that gives you an edge over your competitors. And thats exactly what this book does. It doesnt matter if you just want to take care of the horse you love, or be competitive to win Equestrian Gold at the Olympic Games or ride the Melbourne Cup winner; its all within your reach if you adopt the principles and tips included in Winning Horsemanship. You cannot help but benefit from the wisdom, experience and successes of Joanne Verikios. This book is for people who care about their horse, care about improving their relationship with their horse and also improving the competitive outcome. Its solid gold. Mark Brigden, Author of Become A Game Changer.

Winning Horsemanship is easy to read, full of gems of wisdom and illustrative anecdotes. Whether you are new to competing with your horse or have been doing so for a while, whatever your field of interest, this book will have something for you. Andrea Fleming, owner and rider of Thoroughbreds, Australian Stock Horses, Warmbloods and Standardbreds.

Deciding to swap a tractor for a horse felt like a good decision. Spontaneous and logical because we could not master driving a tractor and we are blessed with great respect and love for animals. Absolute beginners and teachers by profession we turned to literature on horses, also logical. This book is a unique combination of personal and professional experiences and it addressed and filled our thirst for not only information but knowledge as well. I now feel confident that we can and will master this glorious skill of horse-human relationship. Winning Horsemanship bridges the gap between human weakness and equine strength. I would recommend it not only to beginners but to everyone who loves horses and definitely to those who keep them or are considering that option. Buy it for the horse lovers in your life and be sure to read it yourself. Dragana Boljesic, First Time Owner of an American Paint Horse, Croatia.

A must read for anyone interested in knowing more about horses and the relationship you should develop with your horse. Great coverage, pulling together the wide-ranging aspects of horsemanship into one book. Having been involved with horses for over forty years, I was pleased to learn new things as well as refreshing my knowledge and thinking of new ways of working with my horses. I particularly liked the reflections on the foundations of good horsemanship which are unrelated to whichever discipline you are interested in, but rather about the special bond you establish with your horse. This book reflects on the many ways we should think about winning, especially the elements of leadership and trust that are so important and valuable as to how we interact with horses. I enjoyed this book and found it an easy read while being very informative. The cameos from so many different horse people from such diverse equestrian disciplines were particularly interesting and educative. Well done it will be the perfect gift. Jaclyne Fisher, Dressage Rider, Stud Manager, Importer and Breeder of Warmblood Horses.

With only limited personal experience in the equine world, I approached Winning Horsemanship with some hesitation. Yet the book managed not only to expand my appreciation of these magnificent creatures, but also shine a light on the skills we need to be better human beings. Ian Grayson, Freelance Journalist.

Delightful reading for both amateurs and professionals alike, Winning Horsemanship incites introspective reflection and motivation, sending the reader on a journey to self-betterment both as an individual and as a horse person. Winning Horsemanship is a wonderful insight into the values of a trusting partnership including the trials, tribulations, commitment, elation and joy of horse ownership. The author captures the imagination and soul of the reader and reinvigorates the childhood passion we have for our horses. Shanna Antrim, Proprietor, Harris Park Warmbloods, AWHA Ltd Publicity Officer.

DISCLAIMER

All the information, techniques, skills and concepts contained within this publication are of the nature of general comment only and are not in any way recommended as individual advice. The intent is to offer a variety of information to provide a wider range of choices now and in the future, recognising that we all have widely diverse circumstances and viewpoints. Should any reader choose to make use of the information contained herein, this is their decision, and the contributors (and their companies), authors and publishers do not assume any responsibilities whatsoever under any condition or circumstances. It is recommended that the reader obtain their own independent advice.

First Edition 2016

Copyright 2016 Joanne Verikios

All rights are reserved. The material contained within this book is protected by copyright law, no part may be copied, reproduced, presented, stored, communicated or transmitted in any form by any means without prior written permission..

National Library of Australia

Cataloguing-in-Publication entry:

Creator: Verikios, Joanne, author.

Winning Horsemanship : A Judges Secrets and Tips For Your Success / Joanne Verikios.

1st ed.

ISBN: 9781925281927 (eBook)

Horsemanship.

Horsemanship Coaching.

Horsemanship Competitions.

Dewey Number: 798.2

Published by Global Publishing Group

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Acknowledgements

This book would not exist without the love, tuition and patience of so many people and horses that to list them all would be a book in itself.