HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS

Are you interested in taking horseback riding lessons in the Ottawa area? Are you looking to make the most out of your lesson and get the best riding experience possible? If so, Royale Equestrian Centre is here for you! Located in Ottawa we offer a wide range of horseback riding lessons for all skill levels. From beginner to advanced riders, our qualified and experienced instructors have the skills to provide you with the perfect riding experience. 

To get the most out of your horseback riding lessons, it’s important to come to each lesson very well prepared. Be sure to attend your lesson with an open mind, ready to learn and willing to try new things. If you have any questions or concerns prior to your lesson, don’t hesitate to ask.

Here are some tips that will help you get the most out of each riding lesson:

1.     Prepare in advance by reading and studying riding theory and technique. 

2.     Arrive early with extra time allotted during inclement weather or muddy season.

3.     Study and continue your education though reading, and watching online videos between lessons

4.     If your coach assigns homework take the time to put the effort into completing your homework.

5.     Learn from other riders and lessons that are at the same and different levels. Come and watch the riding lessons. There’s much to learn from watching. You could even offer to assist your coach with their lessons.

6.     Ask lots of questions!

7.     Take notes, photos, or videos of your lesson so that you can review it later and track your progress. Write down what you worked on and learned after each lesson.

8.     Volunteer at the farm so that you can be further immersed in and around horses. You will learn a lot though osmosis!

9.     Earn your Equine Groom, Ground Training, and First Aid Certification to ensure that you are well prepared, have the practical knowledge and skills to truly work with the horses and build great relationships with them.

10. Attend as many educational sessions as you can. We offer Free Educational sessions every month for our riders!

Horseback riding is equally about taking care of your partner (the horse) as it is riding.  Everything we do on the ground with our horses will translate back into the saddle. From building rapport and establishing leadership, to making sure your horse is happy and comfortable before and after each lesson. Will have a huge impact on the success of each ride, and how well your horse will perform for you.  

This is why at Royale Equestrian Centre we offer our riders immense value though our free educational sessions, incredible certification courses, and we ensure that all of our riders have the opportunities to become great equestrians. Regardless of if you want to ride  for pleasure or competition. We offer priceless value though quality hands-on education and training, that is fun and rewarding!!