WESTERN DRESSAGE DVD Maneuvers, Rider Position and Training Exercises for Elite Equine Disciplines

The elite western equine disciplines of reining, reined cow horse, western pleasure and dressage are more alike than one might think. Regardless of the type of saddle you ride, you can greatly improve your riding and your horse’s response by injecting grace and finesse into your everyday training routine. Multiple World Champions and AQHA Professional Horsemen of the Year recipients Lynn Palm and Al Dunning show you the cues, body position and training techniques you need to be consistent each time you step in the saddle.

Segments include the cross training of rider’s balance and communication, exercises that will aid you in precise control of your horse and his balance, transitions, circles, speed control, lead changes, sliding stops/halts, and lateral training. Lynn and Al explain how the elite equine disciplines all share the common techniques of traditional dressage and illustrate technique and form on both English and Western mounts. Your learning is greatly enhanced by right and wrong examples and the professional exchange of ideas between these two legendary showmen.

The DVD is for all levels of riders and especially for those who are Rookie/Non-Pro Reiners, 4-Hers, & Show Competitors that are riding multiple disciplines. The 85-minute DVD retails for $39.95 and is available through either www.lynnpalm.com http://www.lynnpalm.com/ or www.aldunning.com http://www.aldunning.com/

About Lynn Palm

Palm’s career highlights include 2007 American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Horsewoman of the Year, a record four AQHA Superhorse wins, AQHA Female Equestrian of the Year by the Women’s Athletic Association, named one of the top United States clinicians by Horse & Rider magazine, over 34 AQHA World and Reserve World Champions, over 50 bridleless dressage exhibitions at events including the National Horse Show, 1989 World Cup and the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games, and World Cup. Palm and Cyril Pittion-Rossillon are co-founders of three horse industry companies: Palm Partnership Training, Women LUV Horses, and Alliance Saddlery USA

About Al Dunning

Al has been a professional trainer since 1970. His expertise in all facets of western events has elevated him to great success in the AQHA, NRHA, NRCHA, and NCHA. Al has developed a winning tradition with Quarter Horses that is well-documented. He trains, conducts clinics, and consults for ranch development and equestrian planning. Dunning has owned and operated his quarter horse training facility, “Almosta Ranch” in Scottsdale, AZ,since 1970.