How Do You Teach Western Horseback Riding?
Western horseback riding takes much coordination and practice to get it right. A student must align her body correctly and learn to coordinate her movements to achieve proper technique and her ultimate comfort on a horse. Once these goals are achieved, horseback riding is a simple, relaxing pastime. A few simple steps can help you teach western horseback riding with ease. Help your student achieve ultimate comfort with horses. For instance, spend time with your student around horses if he is unfamiliar with their feeding, cleaning and other care practices. A hands-on approach to horses is the best way to go when teaching someone to ride. Explore the world of equipment with your student. All students should know how saddles work and how to shoe and stable a horse. They should be familiar with saddle parts and other related equipment. Take it slow when teaching a student to ride. Start with discussing the three western horseback riding “seats” or positions with a student off the horse. O
