Dvd The Horse In Sport: Driving and 50 similar items

On DVD or VHS: The secret between horse and rider is one of power and trust; the thrill of this unique partnership is one that spectators all over the world want to share. “The Horse in Sport” is a series about equestrian discipline and captures the secret of success in equestrian sports. It is a unique blend of skill, dedication of horse and rider, and danger that becomes a way of life. Filmed all over the world, the programmes bring an insight to the leading international riders in each arena. Driving: a traditional world of elegance turned into a competitive sport. The diverse origins of handling teams of horses are explored from Hungary, New England to Windsor Great Park. Driving a team of horses is not easy; spectators often assume this because the driver is seated and unathletic. They fail to account for the skill and danger involved, and of its comparable daring with simply riding a horse. In this installment, Bill Long along with Deirdre Pirie explain the dangers and problems which can arise when a team of horses going flat out misinterpret a command or misjudge a turn in one of the tight obstacles. Prince Philip introduces the sport and explains how it is based on the three day event. The programme goes behind the scenes as preparations come together of several world-renowned top drivers in , and before the build-up to the climax of the world championships...a contest of the best against the best. This video is part of the "Horse in Sport" Series recognizably the finest documentary series ever produced about horses and horse people; the seven equestrian disciplines represented in this acclaimed series each stand alone in their spectacular photography, music and narration. No equestrian library would be complete without this timeless collection. 52 Minutes. Thanks for looking. Winning bidder pays $6 shipping and handling.