This book was designed as a complete resource for western riders breaking into the discipline of competitive ranch riding. This book includes ranch riding, reining, and ranch trail patterns of varying levels, as well as diagrams and basic information about ranch horsemanship. The second half of this book is a guided training journal for goal-setting, training plans, and daily ride notes. A wonderful resource for riding instructors and western students! This book includes: -Intro to Ranch Riding + Basic Judging Standards -Western Rider Position -Western Rein Holds -Common Western Bits + Functions -Bitless Bridles + Functions -Ranch Riding Attire -L1 Ranch Riding Patterns -L2 Ranch Riding Patterns -L3 Ranch Riding Patterns -L1 Ranch Reining Patterns -L2 Ranch Reining Patterns -L3 Ranch Reining Patterns -L1 Ranch Trail Patterns -L2 Ranch Trail Patterns -L3 Ranch Trail Patterns -Ranch Goal Sheets -Goal Action Plans -Weekly Training Plans -Daily Ride Journal -Space for Additional Notes