World Championships 2007 official DVD

3 disc DVD set from the 2007 World Championships in Holland.
444 minutes exclusive World Championships footage.

9.5-10 for riding abilities.
New DVD about the Breeding Goals of the Icelandic Horse.

The film consists of three parts.

In part one the Breeding Goals are written out on the screen for the viewer to read, and then one can study the horses that have gotten 9,5 or 10,0 over the last few years, for each of the nine categories judged. . This first part is 20 minutes in length.

In the second part the same breeding horses that appeared in the first part are judged inn all nine categories; Tolt, Trot, Pace, Canter, Spirit, General impression, Walk, slow Canter and slow Tolt. The name of each horse and the marks it got are superimposed over the images for each gait and abilitiy. This way the viewer can test him/herself and learn about the judging procedure to be able to further enjoy and participate in tjudging of breeding horses from the spectators stands at future shows. This part is 90 minutes in length.

The third part is a seven minute music video showing the horses that scored 9,5 and 10 for specific traits during the Landsmót National Horse Show in Iceland 2006.

The film is in English and Icelandic and on the back of the DVD cover the Breeding Goals are listed.

On Horseback 2 DVD by Eyjolfur (Jolli) Isolfsson

"On horseback 2" outline and balance by Master Trainer Eyjólfur Ísólfsson is now available in five languages. Icelandic, Danish, Swedish, English and German. In this film Eyjólfur Isólfsson continues to teach from where he left off in his last film. Outline and balance are shown in connection with basic body structure of the horse. The main principles of how to develop better movements are explained. The film is divided into seven chapters.

*This DVD is for universal DVD players only*

The Ice Age Horse

The Ice Age Horse deals with the origins and history of this animal. If we look at Ice-Age drawings found in caves in France we will be in no doubt that they exactly resemble the Icelandic horse in its winter coat. After the settlers in Iceland brought their horses with them, the species became isolated and has therefore never been cross-bred with other types of horse. During that time, it evolved unique characteristics. The history of the Icelandic horse is in many respects interwoven with that of the nation itself, through good times and lean.

The Stallion CD

The CD will feature 20 North American stallions in color with their scores, information and video clips.
This will be a great rescourse for all breeders and a fun CD for everyone interested in the breeding of Icelandic horses.
The CD can be played on all computers (PC & Mac)

Landsmot 2002

Mares contains all breeding mares shown at Landsmot.

Here he continues from where he left off in his last video on basic training and starting horses, and in here he shows the audience different effective ways in advanced training. Amongst other things the importance of versatility is stressed, gait training, how to create a good atmosphere in order to keep the horse happy and enthusiastic with improved results, the correct use of Icelandic curb bits and much more.

By building up mutual trust and respect and by using methods that the horse understands the foundation for cooperation is laid and it will become easier to find the best in each horse, whether it be a competition horse or a family horse.

The goal of the training process is that the horse be well trained, supple and soft, light on the bit, sensitive, physically strong and secure in the different gaits.

Fun to watch – easy to understand – effective learning

Duration: 80 min

A Brief overview of the Icelandic horse and Iceland.
A great gift for any Icelandic Horse Lover!

Duration: 15 min

*On Sale for $15*

The Icelandic Horse

The Icelandic Horse is considered to be of Mongolian origin as the Arabian horse, arriving in Iceland via Russia and Norwey. The breed has been kept completely pure in Iceland for over 1000 years. It is small, but strong, and known for it's good temper and friendliness. It is unique in that it has five gates and is exceptionally smooth to ride. This documentary tells how the Vikings survived with the help of the Icelandic horse and how it was used in agriculture and for transportation in Iceland up to the middle of the 20th century. From that point on horsemanship became very popular in Iceland, and those who have gone on a riding trip in the summer never forget it. Today there are over 70 thousand horses in Iceland, and over 100 thousand are found in 20 other countries around the world. What is the nature of the Icelandic horse? How is it bred? Broken in? Trained? This film has all the answers.

Duration: 50 min

A great gift for any Icelandic Horse Lover!

The Icelandic Horse

The Icelandic Horse is a fascinating horse breed with unique qualities. In this large format book you will find the most comprehensive information about it ever published. Supplemented by extensive photographic material and illustrations, many published for the first time, this book examines all aspects of the species.

The Icelandic horse, shaped by the harsh elements and the freedom of Icelandic nature, is now recognised and sought after worldwide and bred to the highest standards. Horse lovers will find "The Icelandic Horse" an indispensable companion to further their interest in this unique breed.

- A magnificent book about the Icelandic horse - 416 pages of exciting stories and information, detailed illustrations and hundreds of spectacular photographs.

- The ever increasing popularity of the Icelandic horse abroad, as witnessed by the growth of special clubs dedicated to the breed, and regular world championships.

- The Icelandic horse in poetry and art, including paintings by renowned Icelandic artists.
- The origins of the Icelandic horse, and its history dating back to the settlement of Iceland in the 9th century.

-An examination of the traditions, regulations and challenges of breeding the Icelandic horse.

- The unique qualities of the Icelandic horse, which include its four to five gaits instead of the usual three and its ability to walk on the often rough terrain of the countryside.

- More than 700 photos

- 55 drawings and graphs

*Special Order Only*

Colors of the Icelandic Horse

New book with colorful photographs of the Icelandic Horse. Photos taken by Fridthjofur Thorkelsson. The book is in Icelandic, English, German and Danish.

Horse and Habit

Book with beautiful photos of the Icelandic Horse in his element.