8 New Horse Riding Books Reshaping the Sport in 2025

Drawing from her experience with young equestrians, Marija Kozhukhar crafted this journal to meet the unique needs of teen riders starting or advancing in the horse riding world. You gain a structured way to record training sessions, set achievable goals, and monitor your progress over time, all within a format tailored to keep motivation high. The inclusion of arena diagrams and competition checklists offers practical tools that support both practice and preparation. This diary suits teens eager to deepen their connection with their horse and those aiming to transition from casual riding to competitive participation.

What happens when a teenage rider’s challenge with tracking progress meets a mother’s organizing instinct? Pola Planners developed "Riding Notes" to simplify logging horseback riding sessions, creating a journal that balances ease with meaningful detail. You learn to capture key ride information like weather, goals, and reflections, helping you notice patterns and improvements over time. It’s especially useful if you’ve struggled to keep consistent records but want a straightforward way to better understand your riding habits. Whether you're just starting out or already riding regularly, this journal offers a practical way to engage more deeply with your equestrian journey.

This tailored book explores the latest breakthroughs in horse riding techniques emerging in 2025, providing a deeply personalized guide that matches your riding background and goals. It examines cutting-edge developments in training methods, rider biomechanics, and mental conditioning, delivering content focused specifically on your interests. By concentrating on the newest discoveries and innovative approaches, it reveals how to stay ahead in this evolving sport. This personalized resource offers a unique opportunity to engage with fresh insights and advanced riding strategies designed exclusively for your journey, encouraging you to refine your skills and deepen your connection with your horse on your terms.

What happens when an FEI II certified coach applies her extensive show jumping experience to dressage? Krystal Kelly, with over 60 bestselling titles and a global coaching presence, crafted this 28-day training plan to sharpen your rhythm and structure in dressage. You’ll find a detailed curriculum featuring warm-ups, main exercises, and cooldowns, alongside journal prompts and progress trackers to quantify your improvement. The book also integrates mindset exercises and optional multimedia supplements, making it ideal if you want to systematically elevate your riding skills with measurable goals and mental preparation. It suits riders seeking focused, practical guidance rather than broad theory.

During their work compiling practical resources for equestrians, Moginx Publishing developed this logbook to help riders organize every aspect of their horse riding experience. You get a structured way to record training sessions, track your horse's health, and note riding adventures—all in one place. For example, dedicated sections let you log veterinary visits, farrier appointments, and daily care details, making it easier to spot trends or improvements over time. This book suits both casual riders and competitive athletes who want to keep meticulous records without fuss. If you're looking for a straightforward tool to enhance your riding routine and horse care, this logbook offers exactly that—no extras, just focused organization.

Drawing from the practical demands of consistent equestrian training, inkHORSE Publishing crafted this journal to bring clarity and structure to your riding routine. You gain a detailed framework to document each session, from exercises practiced to personal reflections, helping you identify progress and areas needing attention. The book offers dedicated sections for personal and horse profiles, goal setting, and training insights, making it suitable whether you ride competitively or leisurely. If you seek a way to track your journey thoughtfully and maintain focus on your riding objectives, this journal provides a straightforward, organized approach without unnecessary complexity.

This tailored book explores forward-looking approaches in horse riding, focusing on the evolving practices anticipated in 2025 and beyond. It covers emerging trends, new discoveries, and cutting-edge insights customized to match your background and specific areas of interest. By concentrating on your particular goals, it reveals how to stay ahead in adapting to future challenges, integrating the latest knowledge in a way that resonates with your current skill level and aspirations. This personalized guide encourages a deep understanding of innovative riding techniques and developments, empowering you to navigate the shifting landscape of equestrian sport with confidence and foresight.

What happens when practical journaling meets horse riding? J Pratt offers a structured workbook designed to transform how you capture and reflect on your riding lessons. Instead of letting details slip away, you learn to log weekly exercises, track progress, and unravel mental hurdles that often block improvement. The book also delves into understanding your horse’s personality to strengthen your partnership. If you want a hands-on tool that blends mindset coaching with detailed riding logs, this workbook suits riders aiming to deepen their connection and skill development.

Drawing from her extensive international experience, Krystal Kelly offers a focused 28-day plan that tackles the common challenge of accurately judging distances in show jumping. You’ll find straightforward exercises that guide your warm-up, jumping sessions, and cool-down, paired with journaling prompts and progress trackers to keep you honest with your development. This isn’t about flashy drills for social media, but disciplined practice designed to improve your position and timing over fences. If you’re serious about advancing your jumping skills and building a true partnership with your horse, this book lays out a clear path to follow.

Caroline E Lindsay challenges common approaches to rider training by focusing on postural control as the key to both rider and horse performance. Drawing from her unique experience as a veterinary physiotherapist and certified saddle fitter, Lindsay offers practical techniques grounded in sports science and clinical research, such as gravitational force control and rider needs analysis. You'll learn how to assess and improve your stability and synchrony with your horse's movement, supported by more than 50 conditioning exercises and tests for rider and saddle fit. This book is ideal for riders at any level who feel stuck in their progress and want to protect musculoskeletal health while advancing their skills.