Dressage 101: The Ultimate Source of Dressage Basics in a Language You Can Understand

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Jane Savoie Susan E Harris

Dressage 101

The Ultimate Source of Dressage Basics in a Language You Can Understand

Jane Savoie, Susan E Harris, Patricia Peyman Naegeli , Rhett B Savoie

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Trafalgar Square
09 September 2025

Riding, showjumping & horsemanship

A new edition of the classic dressage how-to text referenced by the pros, with over 75,000 in print.

Beginning with the three golden rules of dressage training

clarity, consistency , and kindness

dressage legend Jane Savoie walks you through her four stages of dressage education.

Stage One is an introductory course in the basics, and Stage Two covers the nuts and bolts of training, including transitions, school figures, and movements. By the time you finish Stage Two, you'll have a happy, responsive horse that understands going forward and being straight; accepts contact so you can communicate with him through the reins; moves in a regular rhythm and a steady tempo in all three gaits; and is proficient in transitions, circles, backing up, lengthening his stride, and goin sideways.

In Stage Three , Savoie translates the secrets surrounding the half-halt , enabling you to put your horse on the bit, and adding a whole new dimension to your training. You'll even be ready for ""the big time in Stage Four, including collected, medium, and extended gaits; advanced lateral movements; and flying changes. Don't worry, everything in this book is well within the capacity of most horses, whatever their breed, sport, or activity. With a time-tested, expert-vetted, and supremely easy-to-follow system, this book is for anyone who aims to improve the horse's body and mind so he is healthy and happy in whatever activity you choose to pursue. Featuring all new full-colour photographs.

By: Jane Savoie
By (photographer): Rhett B Savoie
Illustrated by: Susan E Harris, Patricia Peyman Naegeli
Imprint: Trafalgar Square
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 210mm,
ISBN: 9781646012169
ISBN 10: 164601216X
Pages: 408
Publication Date: 09 September 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jane Savoie (April 15, 1949 January 4, 2021) was a tenacious dressage competitor, committed teacher, and extraordinarily vibrant presence in the equestrian world. She left behind a legacy of learning materials she passionately created and curated over the course of a riding and teaching career that spanned decades and continents. Teaching, in all its forms from coaching Olympic teams to instructing amateur riders to presenting inspiring motivational talks at events was her calling, and one to which she gave generously, infusing every lesson with boundless energy and exciting ideas. Savoie was committed to giving every rider and every experience level equal opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve goals, big and small. She found the best way to reach more individuals with in-depth training that anyone could afford was through books and videos. A prolific writer, her first instructional book was published in 1992 (That Winning Feeling!) and her last in 2020 (Dressage Between the Jumps) with many others in between. Through her books and videos, Savoie's extraordinary knowledge and innovative training techniques remain available to those seeking breakthroughs in their riding and in their lives. In this way, her true passion for teaching and learning, and her amazing commitment to the equestrian community, lives on.

Reviews for Dressage 101: The Ultimate Source of Dressage Basics in a Language You Can Understand

Praise for the previous edition: ""This book explains to dressage newcomers the theories behind the sport and the basics to strive for. Then, with clearly presented instructions, helpful illustrations, and large color photos, Jane sets out to teach the reader how to achieve each of the basics. The presentation couldn't be much clearer."" --Dressage Today ""Pick up Jane Savoie's Dressage 101. She has tailored the book to all disciplines. You must really take the time to read it, study it, understand and practice it. I've found Jane's methods to be enormously helpful to my own riding and teaching. It's not just a read, but must read for every hunter-jumper rider."" --George H. Morris, former Chef d'Equipe US Show Jumping Team ""If you are new to the skills of dressage work, then you must read this book. Jane Savoie is an engaging writer who uses visualization and an upbeat style to create a happy, optimistic book. Dressage has been in need of such a book that explains things more thoroughly."" --The American Quarter Horse Journal ""Clear and concise...gives you the basic tools to communicate with your horse and develop his body and movements."" --Practical Horseman