So i am thinking of entering my first show with my horse. It is a schooling type show, and it says that novice classes are defined by any one rider/horse combination having not won any three or more first placings.
Its my first show, but i now how to ride and everything. would i HAVE to [...]
I am planning on doing a small halloween party for the people at my barn, and since my horse is a paint, I thought going as an indian would be cool. But I would like to make some simple beaded tack, something to make her bridle look a little authentic, even though its not ^_^ [...]
Ok I have a few questions concerning tack and other horse related stuff.
1. How do you know what size saddle will fit you without trying it out? I am looking at an 17 "english saddle, its used but in good condition, I just plan on using it for hacking and schooling. Is 17" the average [...]
I have a habit of pointing my toes out (like the hunters/jumpers) but I am working up to dressage. My toes are not listening to me! Does anyone know how to keep my toes in?
hey!!! i rode dressage for years, and i always had that problem!!! what i do is move my stirrup irons closer [...]
My riding instructor said that I will be riding a level 1 dressage horse for my next lesson.
-What is a level 1 dressage horse?
-What makes a level 1 dressage horse different then a run-of-the-mill school horse?
-Are there any special things I should pay attention to (such as my hands) when I am riding this [...]
As many of you may know, I’m starting up dressage. I’m getting my supplies but I am missing one vital thing: A dressage instructor. I know you need a licensed instructor but how do I find one? Do I post a wanted ad or is there a place where I can [...]
I am a first-time horse buyer and would like to know what to look for and how much to pay for a horse. I have some experience in caring for horses, as I boarded one, but I have never ridden one! I read books & watched owners ride their horses, but never took any lessons. [...]
I am going to start taking horse riding lessons and there is private lessons group lessons intermediate beginner novice and lead reins what is lead reins lessons.
I am going to assume that lead rein lessons is for people who are just beginning. They will initially put you on a lead line that way you can [...]
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My friends dad thinks she’s a beginner horse rider?
My friend and I have been riding for 3 years and her dad hasn’t seen her ride for ages because my dad takes us riding and he thinks shes a beginner. Anyway, she’s buying a horse now because she was left some money from a relative and her dad doesn’t think she’s good enough to [...]