12 HOW TO RIDE 



his head, and, occasionally, to take the 

 place of the curb to freshen the mouth. 



The right hand ^Yill be carried upon 

 the loose ends of the reins to assist the 

 left. 



HORSE GYMNASTICS. 



The following exercises will be found 

 of great service in giving strength to the 

 seat, in aiding the balance, in teaching 

 the habit of regaining a lost position 

 without disturbing the tension of the 

 reins, and in giving ease and grace to 

 all the motions of the rider. 



AVhen so indicated, these movements 

 will be made from the position prescribed 

 for "the seat." 



