Being involved with horses teaches life lessons that can lead to successful school work, careers, and relationships with others.
Category: How horses help children
Horses are amazing animals that can teach about life. Children can develop skills like empathy, responsibility, and confidence.
Benefits of horseback riding; physical activities
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 […]
The Best Age for Children to Start Horseback Riding Lessons
“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 […]