Here with the help of hundreds of photographs, world-famous horse expert Linda Tellington-Jones explains how to ride and handle horses and ponies using methods every equine will love. You will learn how to teach your horse or pony to be more confident so he's safer for you to ride. You will be shown the secrets of TTeamwork and TTouches that can make such a difference to your riding and your horse's well-being. And you will discover how you can have more fun with your horse, both on and off his back, while building a special partnership. The instruction includes: leading and handling, tacking up, mounting and dismounting, rider exercises, bareback fun, jumping with confidence, balance and safety, and improving your horse's performance.