Valegro is nothing short of a worldwide phenomenon, a horse who has taken the sporting world by storm. Carl hester honored in us as new valegro book launched horsetalk. December, 2019 last time, but valegro really can use your help. In this, the fourth book in the series, his truelife story continues as the reader is taken on the amazing journey of a topclass dressage horse.
Jan 05, 2017 i bought this book as a gift for my friend who took care of my horse while i was ill being treated for cancer. Valegro, uthopia, nip tuck, career highlights 202015, limited stock. It is a surprisingly relatable story that she shares with humor, honesty and emotional detail. Valegro goes international by carl hester mbe fbhs. Official face book page of carl hester mbe olympic gold medalist. Valegro the little horse with the big dream tells the tale of his adventures from the day he arrives at carls yard and the characters blueberry m. Mount holyoke equestrian centre, south hadley, massachusetts ticket information. Making it happen, real life dressage and down to earth dressage. At last he is fulfilling his ambition, to become a topclass dressage horse, but there is one thing missing, the perfect rider to. Carl hester analyses his gps test michael at the euros aachen fei european championships 2015 by fei. Dressage icon charlotte dujardin shares her story dressage.
Written by owner, inspirational trainer and top equestrian, carl hester. Nicknamed blueberry, he is owned by carl hester in partnership with roly luard. But in her book the girl on the dancing horse she reveals that she was knocked for six when trainer carl hester announced he planned to. This beautiful book hits the shops tomorrow 17th september 12015 and includes 250. Saracen horse feeds brand ambassador charlotte dujardin explains what it takes to keep valegro the worlds number 1 dressage horse, fit, happy and healthy in. Valegro goes international continues the story of the most famous and successful dressage horse in the world. A trainer in worldwide demand he is the author of carl hester. Valegro by carl hester, 9781908990532, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. As of 8 august 2012 the federation equestre internationale fei rank him 12th in the world riding uthopia. Valegro champion horse carl hester i chose this book because it the front cover intrigued me by the beautiful horse with his eyes wide open and his ears pricked forward. For enquiries about products on the online shop contact.
Valegro going for gold is the fifth book in the blueberry stories, written by one of the most admired and respected dressage riders and trainers in the world, carl hester. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This book is lavishly illustrated, combining neverbeforeseen images of valegros early days and at home with carl hester. Carl, charlotte and valegro pt 1 badminton horse trials 2008 by twopuddingslu7. Valegro, champion horse by carl hester the gaitpost. Valegro, known to his friends as blueberry, is the star character in this series of childrens books. Valegro a rising star gives a fascinating insight into the making of a worldclass dressage horse by one of the worlds most accomplished, respected and successful dressage riders and trainers, carl hester. Jul 28, 2017 valegro the early years ebook written by carl hester. This book, valegro by carl hester, is an enjoyable read. Valegro still working his magic by cheering up the lovely amelie, who was granted a wish through. The second book in the blueberry stories documents his phenomenal rise to fame, brought to life by his trainer and coowner, carl. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your.
Valegro a rising star is the longawaited book three about the story of valegro, the most successful and famous dressage horse in the world valegro, blueberry to his friends, is continuing his dressage career. In this, the second book in the series about superstar dressage horse valegro, blueberry as he is known at home begins his schooling under the experienced eye of his owner and trainer carl hester. This book is lavishly illustrated, combining neverbeforeseen images of valegro s early days and at home with carl hester. In making it happen carl hester tells the captivating story of his passion for horses and his incred.
Having joined carl hesters stable in newent, gloucestershire as a groom, dujardin was. With the help of blueberrys friends human and equine and his special canine friend, lulu readers. Valegro a rising star 3 the british horse society shop. I bought this book as a gift for my friend who took care of my horse while i was ill being treated for cancer. This book is lavishly illustrated, combining neverbeforeseen images of valegros early days and at home with carl hester in an unprecedented career, valegro has gone from rejection to leaving a trail of broken world records in his wake. In addition to his own position on the 2016 british olympic team aboard nip tuck, he was also the trainer of all the other british riders who clinched the team silver medal in rio.
Valegro a rising star is the longawaited book three about the story of valegro, the most successful and famous dressage horse in the world. As the dressage world continues to grapple with the retirement of its biggest star, valegro, leave it to carl hester to remind us that we humans are not the only ones feeling the void. Carl hester demonstration badminton horse trials 2006 by twopuddingslu7. Valegro the little horse with the big dream by carl hester, 9781785898532, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Feb 05, 2019 she begins by sharing memories from her childhood spent aboard ponies and describes her path to reach the status of dressage superstar with the help of mentor and british olympian carl hester and her celebrated mount valegro. Anyone who has ever wondered about the life of a topclass dressage horse will enjoy these stories, with exclusive extras containing carls take on his horses, training and competitions, questions to. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read valegro the early years. Valegro by carl hester exclusive signed copies last. New valegro book published by carl hester totally horse. Hester of course acquired valegro as a raw 2yearold prospect, eventually tasking his development to an aspiring young groom named charlotte dujardin. Carl hester analyses his gps test michael at the euros aachen fei european championships 2015. Valegro born 5 july 2002 is a gelding ridden by the british equestrian charlotte dujardin in. Dec 16, 2016 we show the full performance of this legendary horse and the complete farewell ceremony with many of valegro s companions like charlotte dujardin, carl hester and alan davies.
Book one the blueberry stories 1 paperback carl hester. The official biography of valegro, the recordbreaking horse ridden by charlotte dujardin to olympic, world and european glory. Charlotte dujardins memoir tells of despair after boyfriend. Carl hester on uthopia and charlotte dujardin on valegro with olympic team gold medals at london, the first dressage medals. Carl, charlotte and valegro pt 1 badminton horse trials 2008. In an unprecedented career, he has gone from rejection to concurrent olympic, world and european gold and a world no 1 ranking leaving a trail o.
Valegro the early years continues blueberrys story in his own words and not only tells his life before he became famous, but gives an insight into one of the worlds top dressage yards, together with all its inhabitants. Follow blueberrys amazing journey as he works hard to follow his dream of becoming the best dressage horse the world has ever seen. Olympia, the london international horse show created a poll. In this, the fourth book in the series, his truelife story continues as the reader is taken on the amazing journey of a topclass dressa. We find out what happens behind the scenes of carl hesters yard and what he looks for when buying new horses. Aug 03, 2015 saracen horse feeds brand ambassador charlotte dujardin explains what it takes to keep valegro the worlds number 1 dressage horse, fit, happy and healthy in. He is a double world champion in dressage, he won grand prix special and grand prix freestyle at the world equestrian games in 2014.
Sep 28, 2015 valegro by carl hester, 9781908990532, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. We show the full performance of this legendary horse and the complete farewell ceremony with many of valegros companions like charlotte dujardin, carl hester and. The little brown horse has to learn his craft and it isnt long before carl has him entered for some important. Carl hester mbe is one of the greatest ever equestrians, having ridden in 4 olympics culminating in leading great britain to gold medal victory at london 2012. Apr 01, 2017 as the dressage world continues to grapple with the retirement of its biggest star, valegro, leave it to carl hester to remind us that we humans are not the only ones feeling the void. The legend is the sixth and final book in the blueberry series, specially written for all readers, young and old, who have been captivated by the most successful dressage horse of all time valegro. Carl hester on life with and after valegro dressagenews. Valegro is nothing short of a worldwide phenomenon.
The legend is the sixth and final book in the blueberry series, specially written for all readers, young and. She is a massive fan of karl hester and of valegro so i pre ordered this book immediately. Anyone who has ever wondered about the life of a topclass dressage horse will enjoy these stories, with exclusive extras containing carls take on his horses. From gangly youngster to the best the world has ever seen, this is the heartwarming story of the horse that. British dressage superstar carl hester is in florida to promote his new book about his most famous student, valegro, and also took time out. I expect that this book will be something i really love as it is all about my passion horses. Feb 28, 2018 valegro going for gold is the fifth book in the blueberry stories, written by one of the most admired and respected dressage riders and trainers in the world, carl hester. Beautifully written with the most stunning photographs. An inside look at carl hesters training system dressage today. From gangly youngster to the best the world has ever seen, this is the heartwarming story of.
Everyone has heard of the most famous dressage horse in the world, star of two olympic games, known at home as blueberry. In her memoir, the girl on the dancing horse, legendary british olympic dressage competitor charlotte dujardin details the highs and lows of her illustrious riding career. The wait is over for carl hesters latest book, valegro, champion horse the official biography of valegro, the recordbreaking horse ridden by charlotte dujardin to olympic, world and european glory. Carl hester, mbe born 29 june 1967 in cambridgeshire, england is a british dressage rider competing at olympic level. The legend, is the sixth and final book in the blueberry series, specially written for all readers, young and old, who have been captivated by the most successful dressage horse of all time valegro. Apr 09, 2018 but in her book the girl on the dancing horse she reveals that she was knocked for six when trainer carl hester announced he planned to cash in on valegros success by selling the horse she. Valegroa rising star by carl hester mbe fhs overdrive.
Valegrochampion horse carl hester i chose this book because it the front cover intrigued me by the beautiful horse with his eyes wide open and his ears pricked forward. Valegro born 5 july 2002 is a gelding ridden by the british equestrian charlotte dujardin in the sport of dressage. The carl hester website is managed by jmc ltd, 19 stonelee close, chadlington, oxfordshire, ox7 3la. Valegro the early years ebook written by carl hester. In an unprecedented career, he has gone from rejection to concurrent olympic, world and european gold and a world no 1 ranking leaving a trail of broken world records in his wake. She begins by sharing memories from her childhood spent aboard ponies and describes her path to reach the status of dressage superstar with the help of mentor and british olympian carl hester and her. Valegros gold medal rush at london 2012 enraptured millions and spawned a new name for dressage horse dancing. Valegro blueberry to his friends is continuing his dressage career. The second book in the blueberry stories documents his phenomenal rise to fame, brought to life by his trainer and coowner, carl hester, told to equestrian author janet rising. I was thrilled when it arrived, it truly is a magnificent book. With the help of blueberrys friends human and equine and his special canine friend, lulu readers will be swept along in.
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