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Finding a Trainer

Learning how to ride should be fun, safe and, yes, difficult. It takes years to be a good rider. There are no short-cuts. It's quality time in the saddle. Good horsemanship includes learning the importance of proper horse care.  Ground work, desensitization to "scary" objects, and positive riding are key to developing trust. Don't put your horse in a situation that is unsafe or that asks too much of them at any point of training. You can't go wrong if you do what's best for your horse.

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Everyone starts out as a beginner rider. The riders you see at the top levels of riding didn't get there without a lot of dedication and years of learning. The time frame for a rider to be cantering or jumping can't be foreseen. Parents and students need to be patient and trust the process. There might be a trainer that speeds up the process, but this only weakens the basics of the rider and can result in accidents. I've been riding since I was 4, and I cannot tell you how many instructors I've had over the years. I'm glad of this because each teacher has their strengths. If I'd only ridden with one trainer my entire life, I wouldn't be as competent as I am with so many different types of horses and disciplines. Go to summer camp, go to clinics, read books, watch videos, watch other riders' lessons. It only makes you a stronger and more knowledgeable equestrian. 

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