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French riding master Philippe Karl writes about training horses from a very personal perspective, documenting the training and development of the Lusitano stallion, Odin, according to traditional French classical principles, from young horse all the way up to high school. Through this case study, he teaches readers the requirements of balance, including collection and conformation; the philosophy of Academic Equitation.
The book covers:
Philippe Karl, born in 1947, was for 13 years a member of the Cadre Noir, the elite instructor corps of the prestigious French classical riding school at Saumur.
He has devoted himself to teaching students from around the world in courses and clinics in France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and the USA. He settled in France in 2001, and in 2004 he founded “The School of Légèreté” to train riding teachers according to his philosophy.
Philippe Karl has a refreshing way of summarizing horsemanship. Here is an example quote:
"Regarding the ‘well trained horse,’ if one wanted to summarize the goal as well as the means in a short formula, one could say:
The rider must have:
• Butter in his gloves
• Fire in his boots
• Balancing scales in his seat
• And a metronome in his head"
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Free Shipping On Orders Over $49
We offer free shipping on all orders over $49 within the United States. No hidden fees. No fine print. Just straightforward, reliable delivery—because we believe shopping should be simple.
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If your item is ready to ship within 5 business days, we’ll process your payment and begin preparing your order.
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Haven’t received a shipping update within 4 business days? Reach out to us at [email address]—we’re happy to help.
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Now in print.
All orders filled immediately
French riding master Philippe Karl writes about training horses from a very personal perspective, documenting the training and development of the Lusitano stallion, Odin, according to traditional French classical principles, from young horse all the way up to high school. Through this case study, he teaches readers the requirements of balance, including collection and conformation; the philosophy of Academic Equitation.
The book covers:
Philippe Karl, born in 1947, was for 13 years a member of the Cadre Noir, the elite instructor corps of the prestigious French classical riding school at Saumur.
He has devoted himself to teaching students from around the world in courses and clinics in France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and the USA. He settled in France in 2001, and in 2004 he founded “The School of Légèreté” to train riding teachers according to his philosophy.
Philippe Karl has a refreshing way of summarizing horsemanship. Here is an example quote:
"Regarding the ‘well trained horse,’ if one wanted to summarize the goal as well as the means in a short formula, one could say:
The rider must have:
• Butter in his gloves
• Fire in his boots
• Balancing scales in his seat
• And a metronome in his head"
Why Shop with Equestrian Life
We know you have options when it comes to equestrian gear and apparel. Here’s why riders across the U.S. choose to shop with us—and keep coming back.
• Free U.S. Shipping on orders over $49 – No hidden fees. No surprises. Just fast, reliable delivery—always on us.
• Best Price Guarantee – Found a better price? We’ll match it. No hassle.
• 30-Day Easy Returns – Not satisfied? Return it, no questions asked.
• Exceptional Service – We're known for knowledgeable, responsive support—before and after your purchase.
• Satisfaction Guaranteed – Every item we carry is hand-selected for quality. If something’s not right, we’ll make it right.
Free Shipping On Orders Over $49
We offer free shipping on all orders over $49 within the United States. No hidden fees. No fine print. Just straightforward, reliable delivery—because we believe shopping should be simple.
Order Confirmation
Once you place your order, you’ll receive an email confirmation. This means your order is in our system and your payment method has been pre-authorized.
We’ll verify that your item is in stock and available for shipment. If it’s back-ordered or unavailable, we’ll void the charge and contact you to offer options.
If your item is ready to ship within 5 business days, we’ll process your payment and begin preparing your order.
Order Shipment
In-stock items typically ship within 3 business days of purchase. You’ll receive a shipping confirmation with tracking details within 24 hours of dispatch.
Haven’t received a shipping update within 4 business days? Reach out to us at [email address]—we’re happy to help.
International Orders
We do ship internationally by request.
For a custom international shipping quote, contact us. If you’re happy with the quote, we’ll securely process your order and arrange shipment.
Shipping Damage
Please inspect your package upon delivery. If there's visible damage:
Make a note when signing for the item, or decline delivery.
If you accept delivery, photograph the packaging and product immediately.
Email your photos to Support@EquestrianLifeBrand.com, then visit our Returns Page to start a claim. We’ll take it from there.
