The Principles of Riding is the English translation of the official instruction manual of the German National Equestrian Federation. It provides a complete basic instruction course for horse and rider using the German training system - a system that has consistently produced international champions for many decades.

Based on the principles of classical horsemanship, the German training method ensures that the horse receives a training that is both fair and appropriate to his equine nature, and enables the rider to enjoy and understand his sport and to practice it safely.