In this sequel to How Your Horse Wants You to Ride: Starting Out-Starting Over, Gincy Self Bucklin explores in greater depth the three basics: relationship, riding without interfering, and communication. She then covers the rest of the essential riding skills, including cantering, jumping, and cross country, providing a comprehensive foundation for upper-level work. Bucklin introduces the serious student to advanced concepts, presented in a way that is easy to understand. You'll learn: How to use leading to improve your rein skills and your horse's responses How free-longeing helps you and your horse learn more about his body Why "riding your horse straight" isn't as simple as you thought How to help your horse deal with downhills How to really sit the canter Why jumping is one of the easiest skills