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How can i tell what is a good horse to ride for a beginner?
I’m wondering about this and i don’t want to go to a farm for lessons with horses that are too advanced or unfit for riding. I would like to know what to look for in picking a horse to ride for a beginner.
Well, if you are going to a farm for lessons, the chances are pretty good that you wont’ be picking out which horse to ride. The instructor, whose job it is to match the horse to the rider will make that decision for riding. "Unfit for riding" is also going to be difficult for a beginner to judge. The horse should be in reasonable flesh (not too fat or too skinny), if you see bones sticking out, the horse is too skinny, should have no noticeable injuries/wounds (scars are ok), and in general, should just look reasonable healthy. This time of year most horses will have thick, wooly winter coats, so they will probably not be shiny, but if they have been kept blanketed, they might have a short, shiny coat. Pick a barn with a good reputation, one that seems clean and well kept, and follow your instincts. Good luck, and happy riding!
March 31st, 2010 at 1:53 pm
If you are beginner rider looking for lessons, then you don’t need to worry..the riding school will access your ability and put you on a suitable horse, its what they are qualified to do!
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March 31st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Be sure and tell who ever is teaching you that you’re a beginner and want a gentle horse. If this is for riding lessons they will already know the best horse to help you.
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March 31st, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Well, if you are going to a farm for lessons, the chances are pretty good that you wont’ be picking out which horse to ride. The instructor, whose job it is to match the horse to the rider will make that decision for riding. "Unfit for riding" is also going to be difficult for a beginner to judge. The horse should be in reasonable flesh (not too fat or too skinny), if you see bones sticking out, the horse is too skinny, should have no noticeable injuries/wounds (scars are ok), and in general, should just look reasonable healthy. This time of year most horses will have thick, wooly winter coats, so they will probably not be shiny, but if they have been kept blanketed, they might have a short, shiny coat. Pick a barn with a good reputation, one that seems clean and well kept, and follow your instincts. Good luck, and happy riding!
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March 31st, 2010 at 3:47 pm
usually a lesson barn will fit your riding level with the right horse, but you might have to look around a bit to find a good reliable barn. i advise you TO take lessons BEFORE you buy a horse. it is much safer and smarter to do it that way, read up on horse care and make sue you are ready for the responsibility, it is quite expensive to own a horse, just make sure you know all the details.when buying a horse for the first time. if you DON’T know much about horses it is nice to find someone(instructor, barn manager etc.) who knows about them and is experienced. another thing, make sure the horse you are buying is sound and does not have health problems (get a vet to have a health check done BEFORE you buy), though we would like not to think so people have a tendency to lie about there horses just to get them off there hands. Usually a older horse is better for a lower level of riding, one that knows the ropes, that will help you learn more from riding him so when you are learning to ride you don’t have to worry about him not knowing what you want or spook and so on. but again, i advise you to look into a nice barn to take lessons BEFORE you buy if you are not experienced. horses are allot of fun, but are also a big responsibility, i have been riding at a barn for 7 years and worked and leased horses:)i put a link that had some pretty good info:) hope i could help!http://www.acreageequines.com/HorseCare
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March 31st, 2010 at 4:01 pm
Many stables have what you could call "husband safe horses". They challege a rider mildly but help a rider develop good basics also. The one at my barn is candy, she goes about 5 miles and hour, tops, usually only two. All you need to do to jump her is point her in the right direction. She doesnt buck and she helps riders develop confidence, a good seat, and gentle hands. As you progress the horses get more refined and take a more specific touch to ride, but no trainer will move you up until you are ready.
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March 31st, 2010 at 4:40 pm
Bombproof is the word you’re looking for.
If you explain that you are a beginner to an instructor they will give you an appropriate horse to ride.
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March 31st, 2010 at 5:04 pm
the proffestionals working at the barn will tell you the right horse you wont have to pick.
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