"This book has been written with practical application in mind, is supported by numerous practical examples, and is recommended for practical use. The priorities and goals essential in the training of jumpers are dealt with for the first time. Useful solutions for everyday training problems are provides, and in addition, present day developments are critically scrutinized and problematic subjects dealt with an open manner."

Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum, first female jumper rider ranked number one in the world and winner of the 2005 FEI World Jumping Final, Las Vegas, Nevada; Markus Beerbaum, winner of the 2005 1.50m Classic, WInter Equestrian Festival, Willington, Florida.