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What is the best breed of horse for a novice rider?

admin — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 15:13:59 +0000

There is no best breed for a novice rider. A novice horse should be well trained, not likely to spook and older. A gelding is your best bet. Breed is not important. You might want to look for a horse that has been used for lessons.

Ideas on helping this horse and rider?

admin — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 14:09:45 +0000

ive just started teaching lessons to this novice rider who has a new horse that she is free leasing. today was our first day and i learned alot about the horse. her horse is a saddlebred so he is gaited and i have never worked or even rode a gaited horse untill today when i rode hers.
about this horse:
hes a very nervous/spooky/ goosey horse
hes very quick, unbalanced and sensative but alot ignores some aids.
he also sometimes does his gait and sometimes regularly trots so we need to work on controling this.
he likes to break and run into the middle and out of "scary corners" of the ring

i am going to work with this girl and her horse and i was wondering what people think i should work on and how to accomplish this, i kno i want him relaxed w/t/c so how would i go about doing this teaching her.
thank you in advance

if your asking all these questions your probably not knowledgable enough to be teaching, tell her to get a proper instructor

Novice Western horse or rider?

admin — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:19:32 +0000

I ride a Quarter Horse Gelding named Skipo and I used to ride him in only english classes. Neither me nor Skipo are novice ENGLISH riders anymore but we have only won 3 first places in Western Pleasure. Can I still enter a Novice Western horse or rider class even though I am no longer novice in English?

Also, how many first places do you have to get in order to no longer be novice?

Western is a separate class from English- Every group has its own point system for determining when you bump up to the next class. In Colorado for 4-H its by the persons age, unless you elect to move up, and if you do, you can never again compete in the lower bracket. Ask the show secretary how they determine which class you should be entering. I am really happy that you are riding both disciplines! You will be a well rounded rider, and know so much more then those who refuse to try something new! Good For You!!

Horse Show Clothing?

admin — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 08:47:42 +0000

Hi,
I was wondering does anyone know what you would wear to show in these class’s I have never shown before except at home and like home shows thier very easy going..
This is a Local Schooling Show.. I can not find anything on their websight about clothing
www.pwha.net

The class’s are:
12. Novice Horse Hunter – Under Saddle Walk/Trot
13. Novice Horse Hunter – Over Fences, 18" – Course A-
14. Novice Horse Hunter – Equitation Over Fences, 18"’ – Course B
15. Novice Rider Hunter – Under Saddle
16. Novice Rider Hunter – Over Fences, 18" – Course A
17. Novice Rider Hunter – Equitation Over Fences 18" – Course

As far as tack I just purchased a new Saddle Pad, Leather lead with chain,
Clothing: I have a pair of breeches, Paddock boots (black), Black Chaps, White Button up shirt.. Good Condition Saddle, girth, Newer Bridle, New bit, Is their any rules on what type of bit you can use. I use a kimberwick bit my horse loves it but is it illegal because I have another bit.
I did go to the USEF but everytime I tried to open rules for Hunter, Hunter under saddle. Jumper they were all in a different language no matter what I chose for a language..
I do have a helmet cover sorry forgot about it. I do have black gloves. I dont like riding in them but will try and ride in them all this month so when I have to show in them we will be fine. As far as black crop I dont have but I have dressage whip. I know I should have crop but I have a bright purple one.. lol a gift for b-day wasn’t what I would of picked out but. I don’t really need a crop I dont thing even though horse is a little lazy picking up trot.. she can be really forward or really slow never just good. if you want to see my show clothing that I have so far my websight is photobucket.com/britecheerio
The first over fence class is only aloud at a trot and the second one is optional at trot or canter.. I just deleted the exact details due to space restriction
The first over fence class is only aloud at a trot and the second one is optional at trot or canter.. I just deleted the exact details due to space restriction

If you’re going to wear halfchaps, they should be the ones that look like the tall-boot leather, and should be polished and shined as such. Here’s an example in case you don’t know what I’m talking about:
http://www.doversaddlery.com/product.asp?pn=X1-35125
Field boots are preferable, but since it’s just a schooling show, it shouldn’t be a big deal if the half chaps and your boots are clean, polished, and shiny.
Your girth and bridle should be the same color as your saddle.
A proper show shirt comes with a stock-tie, so if you just got a regular dress shirt, you have to go get a real show shirt, preferably white.
You don’t need a stock pin, but it’s pretty much the only jewelry you can add to the outfit besides small earrings (small pearls and gold studs are the most popular).
If you can’t find rules on bits, bring several with you to the show and ask a show steward before you school your horse.
As long as the helmet isn’t brightly colored and isn’t a schooling helmet, it should be fine. You don’t HAVE to get something velvet, IRH helmets are fine (many in my circuit wear Charles Owens and IRH ATH helmets).
You didn’t really need to get another lead… since none of your classes are in-hand.
So let’s see, starting at the head…
Helmet, preferably black.
Hairnet, matching your hair color.
Small earrings, pearl or gold studs, optional.
Dark show coat, preferably black or navy blue.
Show shirt and detachable collar- preferably white and long-sleeved.
Stock pin optional- gold.
Black gloves- you usually see leather, but black crochet is fine.
Khaki breeches
Black or brown leather belt
Boots- field boots best (need bootsocks if not zip-up), black paddock boots and fine-grain half-chaps okay.

And have you thought about getting your horse there? and horse care supplies and keeping him cool and calm?
There’s a TON of stuff you need for caring for your horse at a show. If you need to know any of that stuff, post another question.

I need tips on buying a horse HELP ME PLEASE!!!?

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:20:04 +0000

Where:

Hampshire (UK) but we will drive 3-4 hours at the most.

What:

A 14.2hh horse, for a novice, nice, loving, forgiving type,a horse that will look after the rider and theach her someting new.

When:

We want a horse before 7th march 2010

Info
Good for a novice rider
Will live in or out
Good in traffic
Will go front or back
14.2hh

~thankyou~

Hi,
Firstly I would Try and have a look on the Ponyclub website, There are lots of reliable horses on there and they all have reliable owners, www.pcuk.org
Seconly I would try Horsequest, they tend to be a little more expensive but of a much higher standrard,
Next I would look on the Horse and Hound website, again pretty expensive but hvae quality horses.
Finall horsemart, Not my faveourite but I know people who have had lots of lovely horses from there.
You can also look at your local stables and stores for advertisements x

I’m a novice rider, what should i look for when buying a horse?

admin — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 23:14:04 +0000

I have had several years of riding lessons in the past (probably about 6 years ago now) but as i was only a young teen i never got much further than small jumps.
sadly, after my pony got too old and had to be put into retirement i really havent ridden since.
I’m thinking of saving up over the next few months (or years!) to get myself a new horse and get back into it.
what sort of price should i be looking at to get a good allrounder whos around 16h- 16h 3 with a good temperament ?
i’ve seen prices from £1000 (too good to be true?) – £15,000+ (wayyy out my budget)
what else should i look for?
i dont need any advice about horse care or anything like that, i’ve got enough experience caring for our retired pony to know all of that thanks!
also i’m guessing i should probably get an older horse? 8-15?
or am i completely wrong that these are better for riders with less experience?

It depends on what you expect out of your future horse. Assuming you understand care/cost and the basics since you’ve taken riding lessons for years and own a pony, I’ll try and keep this brief

Plot out what you expect out of a horse. Do you want one with papers or one that is grade? Do you plan to show? Do you want a gaited horse? Are you looking for one who will do jumps or something for pleasure? Write down what your essentials are, and try to think ahead.

I would agree that an older horse will likely be more accommodating to a green(er) rider, if she/he has been broke for a while and has been ridden frequently. Something 10-15 years of age is what I looked for in our families first horse.

I would also recommend finding a new trainer who can give you lessons before buying your horse, and lessons with your horse afterwards. She or he can also go with you once you find a horse you think you might like, and they can ‘test drive’ the horse to see if s/he is a good fit for you.

Finally, a PPE (pre-purchase exam) is generally a fraction of the cost of what you will pay for the horse, but can prove to be invaluable. There are many unethical people out there. The horse market is way down, so I would set aside a budget that is affordable for you and search for a horse within that spectrum. See if the owner will give you a trial-period. Many ethical sellers who care about where their horse goes, will agree to this.

How patient are you with a novice rider trying to mount your lame horse?

admin — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:07:40 +0000

Was the horse lame before the novice tried to mount her?………………………..!

One Steady Tradition Reining horse for sale

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 14:45:32 +0000

8yo palomino daughter of Steady Tradition. Broke for anyone kids and husbands. She’ll be a great youth, green or rookie horse. With an aggressive rider she’s competative in the novice horse and limited non-pro. Easy to be around, lovely mare, 100% sound. Only selling because I have some young horses needing to be started. She is too nice to sit on the sidelines. Kirsten 864-907-2141, David 864-933-1690

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as a novice rider: experience with thoroughbred horses?

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 04:43:47 +0000

Im not sure if Im a novice rider? I have been back into riding for a year and can walk, sit trot and rise trot well, can canter (better out than in the school- need to work on my seat at corners of arena!). Can canter a few jumps (approx 1.5ft high). I ride a number of different horses for hacking out, jumping and flatwork.

My riding school lesson cob has moved yard so I have been given a 12yr old TB mare who hasn’t been a lesson horse but there on livery. I believe she is now being used as a lesson horse but from my one lesson on her so far she shyed a very low jump (not even 1ft high!) and isn’t confident with lots of horses in the lesson.

Im not sure if Im experienced enough to ride her even though she seems to have a lovely nature herself. Im thinking of asking for a different horse for jumping lessons as I haven’t been jumping long and feel I need an experienced horse to help ME progress, not the other way round. But possibly I could do flatwork with her?

Does anyone have any nice stories of riding a TB mare as a novice rider? As I have heard they are generally too sensitive for novices and would be better for someone with experience?

Thanks (sorry about essay)

Hi
I was given an ex steeplechaser to ride at the age of 13. I was a true novice and he looked after me so well and taught me a lot about being a sympathetic, calm and gentle rider.
Horses, whatever their breed, age and training stage are all different, and you get skitty ones and calm ones of all types.
The best bet from what you describe is that you need to get your confidence over the jumps before you try on her. She is feeling that you are nervous and dont really feel good about jumping her, so she is ducking out.
Get your experience on a riding school horse, and when you are more confident, you can then start jumping her.
Ride her out and in the lessons doing flat work, and get a more experienced rider to jump her.
If you try, its a bit like the blind leading the blind – youll end up going nowhere.
TBs are sensitive, but they are very intelligent, and once on your side, in my opinion, are the best riding horses you can get

Green horse + Experienced rider, but an un-experienced jumper?

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:47:57 +0000

Okay I was thinking about buying a green 5 year old TB gelding and he only has a few months training on him since he has been off the track. He can walk, trot, canter ect. I would be buying him to compete in jumping in the future and possibly eventing. My question is; is it a bad idea to pair a green horse with an experienced dressage and English rider who is a beginner/novice at jumping (which is what I would be doing) I have a trainer and I would be taking lesson also. I’m not a beginner at riding because I have been riding for some time but I am however a beginner when it comes to jumping if you know what I mean. I’m 16 and I want a horse that I can spend a life time with and I am willing to wait for him to grow up and such. My trainer thinks that I should get a 10-12 year old so that I can compete immediately but I disagree and I think that is to old to start competing with and I don’t feel like I would have a very long time with it in jumpers and eventing. What do you think? should I buy him or look for an older horse? would we be a bad combination given our skills? Thanks!
I need work on my 2-point, striding and need to prefect my turns and roll backs.
The horse is 5 y/o very calm total sweet-heart and he doesn’t seem to spook easily

This might be hard. 10-12 year olds are usually experienced and would help you a lot with your jumping since you have not done a lot of it. You might be better off buying a horse that can already jump confidently but needs more work on its dressage that way you would be putting the things you are good at and bad at together to complete an experience pair all around. You don’t want to lose your confidence when you haven’t done much jumping so you are probably better off with a different horse. 10-12 isn’t that old but since you will probably have him for ages I would look at getting a horse around 7. From about 7-12 are a horses best years usually and after 12 you start doing lighter work on them. A 5 year old may not have the correct muscle development that an older horse would have that would make it easier to ride and you won’t have so many troubles with muscle soreness etc. Also if the horse has done a lot before you know they are not going to go lame the first time you jump them. I think that you should look at other horses and find one that is good in the areas you are weak and weak in the areas you are strong.

Hope this helped.