Zen Quotes: Nuno Oliveira

Nuno Oliveira

"Training a horse is above all feeling and trying,
according to what you feel, to help the horse and not to force him."

"It is rare to see a rider who is truly passionate about the horse
and his training, taking a profound interest
in dressage with self-abnegation, and making this extraordinarily
subtle work one of the dominant motivations of his life."

"For the young, the practice of equitation is a valuable lesson,
as it requires the exercise of all human virtue.

If they are introduced to the practice of riding
by understanding and patient teachers,
then they too will develop these traits.

The young rider grows to realize the horse is a partner
rather than a slave, who also deserves love and understanding."

"A horse will never tire of a rider who possesses
both tact and sensitivity because he will never
be pushed beyond his possibilities."

Return to the Zen Quotes Index. Receive the Zen Quotes Newsletter.

zen in the art of dressage
home newsletters discussion lists zen quotes articles
store gallery resources links

"ClassicalDressage.com" and "Zen in the Art of Dressage" are both productions of Shana Ritter and Dr. Thomas Ritter.
©2000-2001 ClassicalDressage.com, Shana Ritter All Rights Reserved Privacy Statement
Site design by Shana. Last Update: May 04, 2001