Historical Horsemanship Roundtable
It is a common misconception that the medieval knight was a graceless automoton encased in armour which rendered him inelegant and clumsy. Historical evidence shows that nothing could be further from the truth, and that a beautiful presentation and fine horsemanship was as valued by the medieval rider as much as it would to his Baroque successor.
In this roundtable we will examine the instructions from early manuals which focus on balance, harmony, understanding and partnership between rider and horse. Utilizing a roundtable format and demonstrations by riders in and out of armour, we will explore the art of beautiful riding whilst engaged in medieval equestrian activities such as skill at arms games and jousting.
Leading the roundtable will be Dr. Jeffrey Forgeng. A well known and respected scholar of historical swordsmanship manuals, Jeffrey is currently working on a new translation of 'Bem Cavalgar' (Livro Da Ensinança De Bem Cavalgar Toda Sela (The Art of Riding on Every Saddle), a treatise on horsemanship written by Dom Duarte of Portugal in 1438.
Also leading the roundtable will be Patrice Edwards. Patrice is an internationally acclaimed instructor committed to the classical approach to training, utilizing methods that have been used for centuries.
Demonstrating the techniques in and out of armour will be historical horsemen Dominic Sewell and Jeffrey Hedgecock.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge of historical horsemanship!
Roundtable will be held at Poway Valley Riders Association, 14336 Tierra Bonita Road, Poway California, Thursday, October 20, 2011 between 4PM and 6PM. This is an audience-participatory interactive discussion with a question and answer/demonstration period.
Historical Horsemanship Roundtable
