Author is - Ground
Schooling
Ground Schooling, will establish a foundation for a
Therapeutic Equestrian Centre’s staff, volunteers, program participants and
horses. This unique 90min Educational
DVD has a complimentary workbook and course syllabus which may be downloaded free of charge!
Ground Schooling explains ageless horsemanship
methods for the contemporary horseman and throughout this 90 minute film you
will:
- Learn how to evaluate your ground schooling methods
- Compare your horse’s ground manners against a standard
- Discover how to implement ground schooling skills that will promote the necessary fundamentals for communication, safety, and the evolution of a partnership between your staff and volunteers as they serve your centre’s program participants.
- Download the PDF here: www.frdi.net/resources/handlers%20manual.pdf
- Equine
Facilitated Therapy
- The
Hippotherapy Horse
- The
Therapy Horse - Moods, Behavior & Instictive Response
- Program
Safety & Emergency Procedures
- Treatment
Options for Patients with Severe Fuctional Limitations
- Discovery
News - Benefits of Hippotherapy
NARHA Instructor Training Workbook
and Companion DVD
This Workbook and Companion DVD, produced by EAAT experts, highlights skills
required to be a successful NARHA Therapeutic
Riding Instructor, including: safety, teaching techniques, lesson planning
and volunteer management.
NARHA Guide
This book is free with membership, but may also be purchased. It gives a good overview of therapeutic riding, and important information on operating a therapeutic riding center.
The Complete Guide for Training Volunteers - Jo-Anne Chevalier
The theory and practice of volunteer recruitment and training with specific applications to therapeutic riding programmes.
TESTO UNICO FISE DELLA
RIABILITAZIONE EQUESTRE
Italian Equestrian
Federation (FISE) Therapeutic Riding Handbook
After
a general introduction of Therapeutic Riding (TR) - clinical, technical and
rehabilitative characteristic are examined. The authors stress the value of TR
in:
- Psychiatric rehabilitation
- Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) techniques
- Therapeutic Vaulting
- Use of Carriage Driving in rehabilitative programs
- Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL)
As
well as, the work with horses in a range of neurological and orthopaedic
diseases and, all the most influent TR physical rehabilitative aspects.
The
Psychology chapter describes the attributes both of the TR trainer and
patients, in the more common empathic relationship we can observe in TR
session.
The
book also shows the main architectural rules to built stables (in Italy) and the
opportunity in marketing & fund raising for Therapeutic Riding Equestrian Centres.
HANDBOOKS
NARHA Handbook - North American Riding for the Handicapped now PATH Intl.
The Instructor's Handbook - British
Horse Society and Pony Club
Written for the BHS by a chief examiner, this
handbook provides clear guidelines on how the skills of riding should be
conducted.
Aimed at qualified
and trainee riding instructors, the manual provides advice on a range of
subjects, including teaching adult novices and children, whether in groups or
one-to-one; effective communication and body language; how to organise lessons;
choosing school horses and keeping them happy in their work; safety and
insurance; dealing with riding problems, such as nervousness, stiffness, poor
co-ordination, and poor balance; and how to cope with mishaps and accidents.
The author, a
coach, dressage judge and competitor, offers advice based on over 20 years
experience of training career students and competition partnerships and teaches
both in the UK and overseas.
The Horsemaster's Notebook - Mary Rose FBHS
Over the years
this well-respected reference has helped countless students to pass their
exams. Completely revised and updated by Mary Rose and consultant Editor Islay Auty FBHS in line with modern thinking in the horse
world.
Mary Rose's
clarity & simplicity of explanation have been maintained, while adding four
entirely new chapters and including all the relevant changes in the management & care of the modern equine. Written in note form for easy access, the book
provides ideal revision notes for career students crammed with the
basic knowledge that every owner-rider needs.
Teaching Disabled Riders - Mary Londgen
Coach With Courage - Mary L. Longden (1999)An excellent guide to both therapeutic and able-bodied riding. Chapters 8-13 are specifically about therapeutic riding and are used by the RDA Australia.
"To try is to risk failure. But risk must be taken because the greatest hazard of life is to risk nothing. The person who risks nothing does nothing, has nothing, is nothing. He may avoid suffering and sorrow, but he simply cannot learn, feel, change, grow, live and love." Leo Buscaglia
The Handbook Riding for the Disabled Association – RDA UK
BOOKS ABOUT THERAPEUTIC RIDING
Aspects and Answers -A Manual for Therapeutic Horseback Riding Programs - Joswick, et al. (1986) - Cheff Center for
the HandicappedThis book was written for riding instructors. It contains valuable information on working with the disabled, and instructions on starting a new program.
Therapeutic Riding - Heipertz, W., Heipertz, C., Kroger, A., and Kuprian, W. (1981)
- Canadian Equestrian Federation
This is a tiny book filled with excellent information on therapeutic riding and therapeutic vaulting.
- Canadian Equestrian Federation
This is a tiny book filled with excellent information on therapeutic riding and therapeutic vaulting.
Therapeutic Riding Programs: Instruction and Rehabilitation - Barbara T. Engel, M.Ed., OTR (1994)Vol I deals with issues of primary interest to instructors, administrators, volunteers, and horse trainers. Vol II presents topics relating to the use of the horse as a modality in therapy or education by therapists or special educators. The two are intended to be used together and a cross-referenced index appears in each.
Therapeutic Riding II Strategies for Rehabilitation - Barbara T. Engel, M.Ed., OTR (1997)This manual covers the use of the horse to treat individuals with disabilities and contains the essays related to intervention in occupational and physical therapy, speech and language pathology, psychosocial re-education, education, and recreation.
HIPPOTHERAPY
Physiotherapy on the Horse - Riede, D. (1988) Translated from German - Delta Society
This book is no longer in print, but may be available at libraries. It’s an excellent resource.
Hippotherapy - Ingrid Strauss
English version published by: Ontario Therapeutic Riding Association (OnTRA)
www.ontra.ca
Introduction to Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy: A comprehensive
overview - Patti Mandrell, ME.d.
LPC, EAPIII
Equine-Assisted
Psychotherapy helps clients cope with change and develop positive means of
facing life’s struggles through the use of team-building activities with horses. The best explanation for understanding it is to see it in
action.
Training Manual for Fundamentals of
EAGALA Model Practice Part 1 & Part 2
2012 revised &
updated version Training Manual outlines the Principles and Standards of EAGALA Model Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy
and Equine-Assisted Learning.
This manual may
only be purchased by EAGALA
Certified individuals or
those who have attended the Part
1 training previously.
Individuals registering for the Part
1 will receive a copy when attending the training.
Equine Facilitated Mental Health: A Field Guide for Practice – Moreau & McDaniel
The
authors, both experienced in the field of equine therapy, have cooperated to
produce this valuable book, which in a sense is a “primer” for mental health professionals and
riders alike.
Leslie
Moreau, author and editor, has 25yrs of experience counselling as well as 14yrs
experience in Equine Facilitated Mental Health (EFMH). These are the voices of
experience that speak to us throughout the 300 pages.
Every
chapter is though provoking and informative. Other health professionals and
practitioners in the field of EFMH have contributed articles, which give us
insight into studies and research.
Since time eternal horses have walked beside us, helping to shape our destinies, taking us on journeys of the soul, and offering as a gift their power, mystique and beauty. While it has taken some time, mental health professionals and educators alike have begun to formally acknowledge the emotional, mental and physical benefits that humans can receive by spending time with horses.
Walking the Way of
the Horse: Exploring the Power of the
Horse-Human Relationship - Leif Hallberg, Chis irwin
Since time eternal horses have walked beside us, helping to shape our destinies, taking us on journeys of the soul, and offering as a gift their power, mystique and beauty. While it has taken some time, mental health professionals and educators alike have begun to formally acknowledge the emotional, mental and physical benefits that humans can receive by spending time with horses.
In U.S. alone, there
are already 900+ programs that offer therapeutic or educational programming
provided in partnership with horses. Leif Hallberg has extensively researched
the field of Equine Facilitated Mental Health and Educational Services, and this
book reveals the many ways horses can help humans.
Become familiar
with: Key definitions; Historical information about working with horses in
therapeutic and educational settings; Ethical considerations Practical
applications; Learn more about the healing power of horses; and, their rich
history of working together with humans in Walking the Way of the Horse.
Hope ... From the Heart of Horses - Kathy Pike
Hope .
. . from the Heart of Horses: How Horses Teach Us about Presence, Strength and
Awareness explores and celebrates the relationship and bond
possible between horses and humans. Each chapter offers a life lesson about
trusting one's instincts, honestly addressing emotions, achieving clarity in
communication, and releasing negative thoughts.Because their survival depends on being highly tuned to the thoughts and feelings of others, horses sense human intentions rather than what is offered in facial expressions, which creates a remarkable effect on the relationship between these two distinctly different species.
Humans who learn how to improve
their communication with horses can improve their relationships with their
mounts, enhance the lives of their trusting friends, and improve their own
riding experiences.
Kathy
Pike is the founder of the Mind Body
Method (MBM), a published author, a coach trainer, a leader in the field of
Equine Experiential Learning, and a
life coach. She conducts equine-facilitated workshops and training sessions
throughout the country and abroad.
Simple Steps to Riding Success - Feel the Power of Positive Riding - Liz Morrison
Neuro Linguistic
Programming - NLP - is a powerful psychological tool for building confidence
and determination, clearing 'blocks', and goal setting. Readers will be able to
pick which techniques are appropriate to their needs, from goal setting, such
as, 'I want to jump with confidence',
through to visualisation exercises to do half an hour before an event or exam.
One chapter
reveals the unconscious strategies and beliefs of expert trainers, riders and
competitors, including disabled riders and natural horsemen. An informed
explanation of how their behaviour makes them successful will allow readers to
modify their own approach.
Throughout the
book, the step-by-step approach is supported by real life case histories of
other riders. Simple Steps to Riding Success will appeal to any rider who wants to
improve their confidence and clear the negative memories or beliefs that are
stopping them from enjoying their horses more.
Ride with Confidence! Practical and Inspirational
Advice to Help You Deal with Your Fear and Enjoy Your Riding - Liz Morrison
In
a sport as exciting as riding there are bound to be experiences that can leave
you a little shaken, but visiting the stable yard needn't fill you with dread.
This informative book explains how to rationalise your fear and work towards
achieving personal goals - from handing your horse confidently to completing a
cross country course or dressage test.
Ride
with Confidence! explores the possible origins of
nervousness, both in the rider and horse, as well as positive action to enable
everyone to get more from their riding. By gathering experts from all over the
world this book will offer different approaches to alleviating fear & anxiety. So by reading one great book, riders will be able to devise their own 'confident
riding system' and truly enjoy their riding.
Table
of Contents: Introduction; Replacing Fear with Calm; What Do You Want from Your
Riding; Overcoming Blocks; The Confident Rider; Understanding Your Horse; Safe
Horse Handling; Enjoy Your Riding; Further Reading and Useful Addresses.
Magic Happens with Horses - Jill Clark
Children love animals. They bond, smile, and chuckle when a
wet nose touches their hand. Children with just about any physical, emotional,
or developmental problem may be helped tremendously by those animal touches.
Therapy with horses has been recognized as a benefit of
medical treatment since 460 BC. Hippotherapy (from the Greek word "hippos, meaning horse) or equine therapy, are based on
the idea that the rhythmic repetitive movements of the horse work to improve
cognitive skills, balance, posture, and strength in a disabled rider.
The self-esteem, emotional bonds, and trust of a horse
benefits their mind, body, and soul of not only the child, but also their
parents. Parents who truly want to improve their child's world, a world that
may include wheelchairs or walkers, see the complete satisfaction on their
child's face as they ride a horse.
Horses with a Mission:
Extraordinary True Stories of Equine Service - Allen & Linda Anderson (2009)
21 true stories of courageous, loyal
& loving horses who found their life's
purpose.
This book introduces horses who aid in
therapy sessions, give riders with disabilities freedom and mobility, heal
childhood abuse, save lives, help people fulfil dreams, and bring messages of
hope and unconditional love to those who need them the most:
Molly, 3-legged pony & survivor of Hurricane Katrina - after losing her
leg, surgery and a prosthetic device, Molly inspired people of New Orleans and
admirers around the world. She now visits children’s hospitals, nursing homes & other places to spread her message of hope & recovery.
Viola, a Norwegian Fjord horse imported from Norway to
USA as a broodmare; made her way to Tanya Welsch, MNLINC (Minnesota Linking
Individuals, Nature & Critters). Viola put her mothering skills to
excellent use as a co-therapist in equine-facilitated psychotherapy. With her
innate maternal wisdom, Viola is incredibly intuitive and nurturing, especially
with at-risk youth.
Butch, a retired gelding, showed an unswerving
belief in a profoundly mentally retarded girl that he restored a mother's hopes
for her child's future.
Angel Horses: Divine Messengers of Hope - Allen & Linda Anderson
This collection of true stories highlights
horses' unique ability to hear divine messages, intuitively communicate them,
and transform despair into hope.
Whether granting disable riders a sense
of freedom, healing wounds of childhood abuse, giving troubled teens and lost
souls a sense of purpose, rescuing people from danger, practicing intricate
dressage moves, or showing that love endures beyond mortality, horses bond with
people in ways that change their lives forever.
"If you
love horses and appreciate the countless gifts they bring to our lives, you
will want to keep this exceptional collection of heart-warming stories close to
your bedside for inspirational reading. ." Linda Tellington-Jones, Tellington TTouch
Method
Great Horse Stories - Wisdom and Humor from Our Majestic Friends (2014)
From her many years in the saddle, horsewoman Rebecca Ondov offers this inspiring collection of horse stories that will touch your heart with wonder. Saddle up and ride with her to discover the unique personalities and extraordinary devotion horses reveal and the amazing ways they change lives. You’ll meet…
- Blackie, a spirited horse who helps turn a young man’s life around
- Tuk, a frisky colt who becomes a long-awaited answer to prayer
- Gus, a gray gelding who provides comfort and hope
- Sedona, a castaway horse who proves redemption is always possible
- Starlet, a filly who inspires a girl to get involved and make a difference
Rebecca, author of Horse Tales from Heaven, has gathered the best horse stories from her life and the lives of friends to inspire you and provide a window into God’s amazing love and provision.
SPECIFIC DISORDERS
A new book that chronicles one riding teacher’s
experiences using equine-assisted activities and therapy to instil confidence
and promote independence in children with autism spectrum disorders.
A way with words – Guidelines
for the portrayal of people with disability – Dept of Communities QLD Govnt.
RESEARCH
Rehabilitation With the Aid of a Horse: A Collection of Studies - Barbara T. Engel, M.Ed., OTR (1997)
A collection of research studies into the effects of therapeutic riding and hippotherapy.
Riding for the Disabled - Britton, Vanessa (1991)
An overview of international therapeutic riding.
An overview of international therapeutic riding.
Riding the Winds of Progress: Proceedings of the 9th International
Therapeutic Riding Congress (1997) - NARHA
Articles and abstracts of presentations
made at the 9th Annual International Therapeutic Riding Congress. If
you couldn't attend, this is the next best thing. These presentations are also
available on tape from the same address.
Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy: Case Studies and International Reports - Gebundene Ausgabe
Fachgruppe Arbeit mit dem Pferd in der Psychotherapie (FAPP) is a group of qualified psychotherapists, who integrate horses into their psychotherapeutic practice.
Their backgrounds cover a variety of treatment orientations but they share the common interest in the topics and research in Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy.
FAPP, founded in 2001, strives to collect information spanning the broad spectrum of possibilities offered by the horse in the work of psychotherapy. The goal is to describe and reflect the procedures and outcomes and ultimately promote the development of Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy.
Therapeutic Horseback Riding Studies: Problems Experienced by Researchers - Jeanette Pauw in Physiotherapy - Vol 86, Issue 10, Oct 2000, p 523–527
Since the therapeutic use of horse riding has been realised, several
research studies investigating the physical and psychosocial effect of
therapeutic riding have been conducted. A summary is given of therapeutic
riding research studies where formal statistical tests were used to analyse the
data as well as a summary of studies where different techniques were used to
process the data.
These summaries give an overview of the variables measured in previously
conducted therapeutic riding studies. The general problems experienced by
therapeutic riding researchers are given after the summaries. Possible
explanations are discussed for some of these problems. In conclusion a few
suggestions are given for future research, not only for therapeutic riding
studies, but for any study where the effect of a therapeutic intervention is
investigated.
Safe Horse Safe Rider - Jessie Haas(1994)
This is an excellent book for young riders to teach safe horsemanship. It is endorsed by the Horsemanship Safety Association. It would also serve as an excellent guide for therapeutic riding instructors on teaching horse safety.
This is an excellent book for young riders to teach safe horsemanship. It is endorsed by the Horsemanship Safety Association. It would also serve as an excellent guide for therapeutic riding instructors on teaching horse safety.
Horsemanship Safety Instructor's Manual - CHA
This book by the Horsemanship Safety Association teaches instructors how to teach safe horsemanship. Additional books available include Horse Science Instructor's Manual which is a collection of unmounted lesson plans, and Mounted Games & Activies Manual, a collection of safe games on horseback.
This book by the Horsemanship Safety Association teaches instructors how to teach safe horsemanship. Additional books available include Horse Science Instructor's Manual which is a collection of unmounted lesson plans, and Mounted Games & Activies Manual, a collection of safe games on horseback.
HEROIC HORSES
Horses are heroes to
millions of people. They enrich our lives and empower us - whether we come
from a privileged background or a disadvantaged one.
Animals in War - Jilly Cooper
This book is a written a tribute to the role of animals in
wartime. It’s a
vivid and unforgettable record of man's inhumanity to animals, but also an
astonishing story of courage, intelligence, devotion and resilience.
Horse Heroes: True Stories of Amazing Horses - Kate Perry (1999)
Tells
seven stories of heroic and amazing horses. This is an exciting collection of
true stories about amazing horses including Roy Rogers' Trigger, the Royal Lipizzaners & ‘Paddy’ of Buckingham Palace fame.
EQUINE RELATED MOVIES
BUCK
“Your horse is a mirror to your soul, and
sometimes you may not like what you see. Sometimes, you will.” So says Buck
Brannaman, a true American cowboy and sage on horseback who travels the country
for nine gruelling months a year helping horses with people problems.BUCK, a richly textured and visually stunning film, follows Brannaman from his abusive childhood to his phenomenally successful approach to horses.
A
real-life “horse-whisperer”, he
eschews the violence of his upbringing and teaches people to communicate with
their horses through leadership and sensitivity, not punishment.
Horse Boy – Rupert Isaacson
Book
- This is a deeply moving, truly one-of-a-kind story of a family willing to go
to the ends of the earth to help their son's autism, and of a boy learning to
connect with the world for the first time.
Movie
- the
Horse Boy does more than chronicle Rowan and his parents' journey
across the vast, wild landscape of Mongolia. It delves into the strange world
of autism itself, the relationship between humans and animals and between
different cultures and different ways of being (autistic vs. normal, or
"neuro-typical"), and the nature of healing.
Audiences
hear the varied theories on autism from the experts in the field, well-known
researchers of autism such as Dr. Simon Baron-Cohen of Cambridge University;
Dr. Temple Grandin, recovered autist and professor of animal behavior at
Colorado State University; and anthropologist and researcher Roy Richard
Grinker of George Washington University.
But
above all, The Horse Boy tells the story of a couple that goes to the
end of the earth to find a way into their son's life. Book
and Movie available: www.horseboymovie.com
The Horse Whisperer
The
Horse Whisperer (1998) is a movie directed by and starring Robert
Redford, based on the 1995 novel by Nicholas Evans.
Redford plays the title
role, a talented trainer with a remarkable gift for understanding horses, who
is hired to help an injured teenager and her
horse back to health following a tragic accident.
The beautiful Pilgrim and his young rider are horribly injured in an accident. Though it seems they may be traumatized beyond rescue, a horse whisperer of mystical talents (Robert Redford) teaches Pilgrim to trust again, and horse, daughter and mother find healing. Adapted from the bestseller by Nicholas Evans.
The beautiful Pilgrim and his young rider are horribly injured in an accident. Though it seems they may be traumatized beyond rescue, a horse whisperer of mystical talents (Robert Redford) teaches Pilgrim to trust again, and horse, daughter and mother find healing. Adapted from the bestseller by Nicholas Evans.
Dreamer
The beautiful filly Soñador's promising racing career is cut short by injury.
Attempts by a down-on-his-luck horseman to save her seem doomed. But his
daughter develops a bond with "Sonya" and the strength and clarity of
her dream reunite the family and carry them all to the World Thoroughbred
Championships. Based loosely on the real-life story of Mariah's Storm, who recovered from injury to compete in the
1995 Breeders Cup Distaff.
The Black Stallion
When their ship sinks, "The Black" rescues young Alec
Ramsey from drowning. Marooned on a desert island, horse and boy slowly develop
a deep bond of trust that carries them to the heights of triumph. Based on the
classic children’s books by Walter Farley.
Seabiscuit
A gifted but abused race horse and
three damaged men rescue each other, restoring hope for everyday folk in
Depression-era America with thrilling victories. True story, based on the book
by Lauren Hillenbrand. Fun fact: you can visit Rich in Dallas, the horse who
portrayed Seabiscuit in the film, at the Kentucky Horse
Park.
The poignant chronicle of Black Beauty,
a stallion in Victorian England, as he is sold to a series of owners, ranging
from kind to cruel. Based on the beloved children's classic by Anna Sewell.
Archer's Adventure
Archer won the inaugural running of the
Melbourne Cup (Australia's version of the Kentucky Derby) in 1861 after walking more than 550 miles to enter the
race (and 550 miles back home again). On the journey, horse and boy are guided
by a spiritual force helping them develop strength of character. Based on a
true story.
The remarkable American mustang,
Hidalgo, and his hard-luck Pony Express rider (Viggo Mortensen) compete against
the world's finest Arabians in a 3,000-mile desert race requiring all their
strength, wits, experience and mutual trust.
The Silver Stallion
Thowra is King of the Brumbies
(Australian wild horses). Beautiful, strong, proud, and free, he is locked in a
mythic struggle with The Man (Russell Crowe) who seeks to capture and possess
him. Based on the classic children's books by Elyne Mitchell (who also wrote
The Man from Snowy River).
Into The West (1993) - An
Irish Horse Movie
When he is followed by a beautiful white horse
called Tír na nÓg (meaning "Land of Eternal
Youth" in Irish), from the sea to Dublin, where the boys and their father
now live, the boys are overwhelmed with joy and the dreams of becoming cowboys.
The horse is stolen from them and they begin their
adventure to get their mystical horse back. They escape the poverty of a north
Dublin council estate, and "Into the West" where they find that Tír
na nÓg is not just a horse.
War Horse
War Horse, is an epic
adventure for audiences of all ages. Set against a sweeping canvas of rural
England and Europe during WWI, War Horse
begins with the remarkable friendship between a horse named Joey and a young
man called Albert, who tames and trains him.
When they are
forcefully parted, the film follows the extraordinary journey of the horse as
he moves through the war, changing and inspiring the lives of all those he
meets - British cavalry, German soldiers, and a French farmer and his
granddaughter - before the story reaches its emotional climax in the heart of
No Man’s Land.
WWI
is experienced through the journey of this horse - an odyssey of joy and
sorrow, passionate friendship and high adventure. War Horse is one of the great stories of friendship and war.
TV
Horsetalk TV - www.horsetalktv.com.au
HorseTalkTV is Australia's
premier award winning "free to air TV show" on horses and horse riding.
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