True liberty, says Jonathan Field, is much more than simply removing equipment and stepping outside the pen or arena; it is moving with your horse, communicating only with intention, and creating a seamless, smooth, and rhythmic dance.

'When you do liberty right, you become one with the herd,' he writes, 'and not only do you develop an amazing connection with your horse, but it's one of the most fun things you'll ever do.'

Developing communication skills and your relationship with your horse through liberty benefits all that you do, whether on the ground or in the saddle, whether competing or riding for pleasure. Quick responses to subtle clues, clear aids, and a relaxed attentive horse: these are the keys to liberty, and they are also objectives when you ride, drive, or interact with the horse on the ground.

With Jonathan Field's step-by-step liberty training method, you learn to have a better 'feel, to reward the horse sooner and to time your aids just right to ensure you get the response you want. Plus, discover how to approach things from the horse's perspective - an important key to getting a horse to act because he wants to, rather than because he has to.

Fabulously illustrated with hundreds of action-packed photographs taken on Field's spectacular ranch in British Columbia, this book can change the way we are with horses - and change the way horses are around us.

'The horsemanship journey doesn't end with liberty,' writes Field, 'it's just the beginning of the journey.'

About the Author
Jonathan Field is a highly acclaimed natural horseman who has helped thousands of people achieve amazing results with horses through his teaching. Each year, Field and his family, spend half the year touring and teaching across North America. The rest of the year, Field manages two teaching facilities: the Field Horsemanship Center in Abbotsford and the James Creek Ranch in British Columbia, USA. In addition to live appearances at clinics, seminars and hosting intensive camp programs, Field regularly writes articles for equestrian publications and has produced a home-study DVD course about horse training.

Reviews
Horseman Jonathan Field may be most often seen in a cowboy hat, but he is great over fences - he even has a DVD series he developed with George Morris! Here he shares the story of one troubled horse and how the liberty training techniques he's famous for helped them find a way forward.
If you are interested in learning how to become a better horse person, this book will teach and inspire you. -- Kathy Smith
In a word, beautiful ... Easy to read and understand and includes fascinating personal stories as well. Highly recommended.



Book Information
ISBN 9781570766893
Author Jonathan Field
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Trafalgar Square
Publisher Trafalgar Square
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 254mm * 12mm