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Author: WILENE

Retired Certified Hunt Seat American Riding Instructor, Horse Owner, Stable Owner. Pony Brook Stables Founder and CEO of 501 C 3 Non-Profit, Ponies and Kids, Director of Equine Care and Procurement, Director of Instruction and Programs Coach to Ponie and Kids Interscholastic Equestrian Team Assistant Coach Purdue Equestrian Team
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Horses for a beginner / What should a person wear while horseback riding?

Horseback riding helmets are vital to safety

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Equestrian riding helmets should be the first item on the list of what to wear horseback riding. Being prepared for an accident is smart, not over-reactive. No matter the age of our rider or the discipline. The safety of our horses is the responsibility of trainers, owners, and riders. They must practice safe horsemanship. It […]

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Horse-Attire / Horses for a beginner

Horses with Fly Masks are mistaken for Superheroes

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When new riders came to our farm, they observed horses in the fields wearing masks. Our horses were wearing fly masks and looked like superheroes. Below I show pictures and explanations of how each fly mask protects the horse. A fly mask is a mesh material that hooks around the horse’s head. It shields their […]

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balanced rider exercises
Horses for a beginner / How horses help children

Benefits of horseback riding; children gain many advantages

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Being involved with horses teaches life lessons that can lead to successful school work, careers, and relationships with others.

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Horses for a beginner / How horses help children

Benefits of horseback riding; physical activities

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The benefits of horseback riding are numerous, for youth, young adults, and adults. “Dr. Robert Leavitt, who has a Ph.D. in sports medicine, has confirmed that horse-related activities can burn as many calories as many other physical activities. For example, riding a horse at various gaits can burn as many calories as walking, riding a […]

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Horses for a beginner / How horses help children

The Best Age for Children to Start Horseback Riding Lessons

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“Is my child old enough to ride a horse?” Parents ask this question a lot! What is the best age for a child to take horseback riding lessons? Many children play with toy horses at a young age. It was not a day that went by that I was asked if a three year old […]

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New to Horses

This is a blog for anyone new to horses, whether you are a young horse enthusiast parent or anyone with a passion for learning about horses. If you are new to horses in any way…..this is the blog for you!!!

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  • Part 1 of 3: A Balanced riding position is important to a well balanced horse
  • Help me help you, learn more about horses!!
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Retired Riding Instructor

wileneandmadison

I am a retired ARIA Certified Horseback Riding Instructor.  I was the founder and director of a Non Profit called Ponies and Kids.  I coached our Interscholastic Equestrian Team and up to 17 riders during local shows. We also sponsored multiple 4H Horse and Pony members. With years of lesson experience I want to share easy to understand and basic knowledge about horseback riding and care.  Although, most of this blog is about English Riding, those in other disciplines can glean information too. Please ask questions I would love to help with anything you need that has to do with horses. Enjoy!

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Recent Posts

  • Avoidable Situations and What Beginner Riders Need To Know
  • Part 3: Balance is an essential skill for any horse rider
  • Part 2of3: A beginner rider needs to learn how to be balanced on their horse
  • Part 1 of 3: A Balanced riding position is important to a well balanced horse
  • Help me help you, learn more about horses!!

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