“I attempt to educate riders to make their horses happy, confident
and proud to work for them. Force and battling have no place in
my training method. I speak with absolute certainty on this
point because I have witnessed its success for 50 years and have
sadly watched the effects of rough, insensitive, and impatient
methods on these patient animals. I believe in dressage as art,
and I have practiced that art throughout my professional life.”
-Walter A. Zettl
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"A Matter of Trust" is a three-video series that covers classical dressage techniques from Training level to Grand Prix. Walter Zettl teaches how to create
a harmonious partnership between horse ane rider. He asserts that by working sequentially through the exercises, the horse naturally and without force advances to higher-level movements. Tapes are available in PAL format.
The Walter Zettl DVD Library
The DVD Library special edition of the very popular "A Matter of Trust"
series in is in DVD format and includes all four volumes along with the
Extras DVD in a commemorative box. This is a $199.75 value if purchased separately.
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It's here! - The Circle of Trust
In this beautiful new book, Herr Zettl discusses those who have a critical influence on the welfare of horses
and the future of the sport of dressage. That group includes the breeder, the owner and sponsor, the rider,
the trainer and/or instructor, the stable manager and groom, the show committee; and the judge.
Hardcover with dust jacket -
Order now! $29.95
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A Matter of Trust Vol. I
Volume I covers the basic guidelines for equine behavior, movement,
gaits, physical and mental characteristics of the horse as well as the
training plan for the first year. The first half looks at the horse, the
rider, timing of the aids, movement and correct use of seat and aids.
The second half gives a detailed lesson plan for establishing a solid
foundation.
230 minutes DVD
$49.95 |
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A Matter of Trust Vol. II
Volume II introduces collection, correct frame, rythm, tempo, and self
carriage. The video uses slow motion close-ups and detailed descriptions of movements with accompanying graphics.
175 minutes DVD
$39.95 |
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A Matter of Trust Vol. III
Volume III presents third and forth level collection movements. Half pass, introduction to flying changes
and tempi changes are covered. The video uses slow motion close-ups and detailed descriptions of movements
with accompanying graphics.
120 minutes DVD
$39.95 |
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A Matter of Trust Vol. IV
Volume IV covers the classical approach to the highest-level movements of dressage, including piaffe,
passage, one tempi and two tempi changes, as well as the lateral movements.
40 minutes DVD
$29.95
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A Matter of Trust Extras
The Extras DVD includes footage from Walter's clinics taken over the last four years. Includes top reining professionals
riding classical dressage with Mr. Zettl.
60 minutes DVD
$39.95 |
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The Walter Zettl VHS Package
This package includes Volumes 1-3 on VHS. (2nd disk DVD content for volumes I and II are not included on VHS tapes.)
$29.00 |
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Dressage In Harmony, From Basic to Grand Prix
by Walter A. Zettl
$27.95 |
