Horse Riding
Horse Riding – Under Saddle & Safety Articles
Informational articles on horse riding and safety. Includes tips for riders, rider improvement, safety when riding horses, tack, and more.
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Riding Styles: Bareback
WHY RIDE BAREBACK? Riding bareback can be fun and a great learning experience! Since there is no saddle, riding bareback…
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Reining Horse Associations
Appaloosa Reining Horse Association 8590 W 12th Street Road Juniata, NE 68955 402-751-2252 Arizona Reining Horse Association 28922 N. 53rd…
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Riding Styles: Reining
THE REINING HORSE Any horse can be taught to do specific reining exercises. However, keep in mind that the conformation…
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The Missing Elements in Horse Riding Instruction
Below, I’ll outline a few missing elements, helpful teaching tips and such to help other riding instructors to enhance their…
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Riders Misbehavior in Mounting Horses
When you mount a horse, the saddle twists on the horse’s back, toward you. This can be very uncomfortable and…
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Improve Your Mounting
The Mounting Block The mounting block is a very good choice for the rider who would like to reduce stress…
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The Physics of Mounting
When you are mounting your horse, you create a certain amount of energy in order for your body weight to…
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Horse Eating Reins and Bit Chewers
Training Question When my mare is tied she seems to always need something in her mouth, and if you give…
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Head Shaking
Training Question I have a question about a mare who is being used in lessons for some of the more…
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Your Horse Pulling On The Bit
Training Question I have a 3 1/2 year-old Arab gelding that I purchased about 6 weeks ago. When I’m riding…