How To Jump-Start Your Horseback Riding Success

Jim Milton

Wouldn't it be wonderful to spend 24 hours a day around horses, take

multiple horseback riding lessons and learn all about horses fast?

Well, you can do it if you attend a horseback riding camp. This is an

ideal way to learn riding and taking care of a horse within a very short

space of time.

What Happens at a Camp?

First, a horse is selected to be "your" horse, meaning sole responsibility

of the animal rests with you for the duration of your stay at the camp.

How to ride, in two daily riding lessons

How to handle, lead and groom your horse

You will become proficient at fundamental riding.

How to use and care for horse riding equipment

General anatomy of the horse, first aid for horses, and specific

nutritional necessities are also explained.

You may ask, "Is a camp right for me?" and, "how long would I stay?"

Today's riding camps typically are designed for girl from 5 to 16 years

old. Some camps, however, are not gender-specific. There are even

camps that take in mother/daughter teams. Camps for all adults can

also be found. These camps are excellent for new riders.

How To Jump Start Your Horseback Riding Success

Some camps provide sleeping quarters, while others you leave

everyday and come back to the next day, lasting up to a few weeks to

complete a full course in either English or Western riding. Some will

even allow you to ride your own horse.

What Gear Should You Take?

You should always ask the camp staff what is required, but here are

some things that you'll want to have at any camp.

For a Western style, you will want to wear jeans. English riding is better

to be done in sweat pants or riding tights, as jeans will cause your knees

to chafe severely.

A pair of English or Western riding boots depending on which style

you're riding, or a boot with a slight heel. Sneakers won't work, as they

can get caught in the stirrup irons and are dangerous.

While at the camp, you'll be issued one, but if riding is to become a

passion, you'll want your own ASTM/SEI approved helmet.

How do I locate a good camp?

You can begin looking at the Allens Guide online at

www.allensguide.com. Whether looking for a local program, or wishing

to ride in another country, this all-inclusive guide gives a vast array of

riding camp options.

Even intermediate riders can have an exciting time acquiring greater

skills at a good horseback riding camp. After undertaking the course,

you'll be pleasantly surprised to find just how well your horseback

riding skills have improved!

How To Jump Start Your Horseback Riding Success

Resource:

As a beginner in horse riding, get help from Jim Milton's vast knowledge

by checking his posts on his how to ride a horse blog. More information

about horseback riding lessons can be found on his site.

How To Jump Start Your Horseback Riding Success