Horses of the Joust: How to train a horse for the joust!

In Horses of the Joust, we step away from the Tiltyard and head back to the stables into the remarkable and rarely seen world of medieval equestrian training; exploring the powerful bond between horse and rider forged in preparation for one of history's most iconic events: the joust. From the physical endurance needed to carry a knight in armour to the nuanced communication between horse and rider, we uncover the meticulous care, conditioning and trust-building required to prepare a horse for the robustness of the tournament arena. In this documentary Mark Atkinson, owner of Atkinson's Action Horses and Andy Deane of the Royal Armouries in Leeds reveal the fascinating techniques and training that keep this incredible sport alive today! Produced and directed by Ian Schofield All music & videography © Chivalric Media 2024