FRENCH EQUESTRIAN FEDERATIONEvery year, 100,000 riders pass their Galop ®1, which is the first level of the federal equestrian diplomas. The official Galop ®1 Federal Guide from the French Equestrian Federation accompanies them in this first year of riding. It shows in drawings and photos how to acquire the knowledge and skills that make one a rider.• General knowledge provides answers to the most common questions about riding in France, clubs, and the Federation.• Knowing the horse explains how the horse lives and reacts, what its needs are, and how to approach it safely.• Taking care of the horse describes the good practices of an accomplished horseman or horsewoman.• On-foot equestrian practice teaches how to move safely with the horse.• Mounted equestrian practice summarizes the lessons learned from experience during the sessions.The Guide concludes with revision questionnaires that allow self-assessment and training to pass and succeed in their Galop ®1.THIS GUIDE IS THE ONLY OFFICIAL FFE WORK COMPLIANT WITH NEW PROGRAMSThe Safety, Focus, Key Points, and Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) frames facilitate memorization, with More to Know frames providing equestrian culture.