What is the Difference Between English and Western Riding Styles?
Western and English riding are two different riding and training techniques which have more similarities than they do differences. Both involve controlling a horse in a variety of environments, and require a high level of cooperation between horse and rider to accomplish an assortment of tasks. The primary differences between Western and English riding lie in the type of equipment, or tack, used, and in how the horses are given commands. If a horse is trained for English riding, it can be ridden by a Western rider, with a few tips from an instructor, and the same holds true for Western trained horses and English riders.
