Pets – Infowire

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.

“Why go to a riding camp?”

You will be assigned a horse for which you are responsible during the camp and learn the following:

With two lessons per day, you will learn basic riding skills.

You will learn leading and handling methods, as well as proper grooming.

Horseback riding basics

You will know what is required for the proper use and care of all your riding equipment.

Important horse care information, including first aid for horses, feed and nutrition, horse anatomy plus careers with horses

Who Are Camps For and How Long Do They Last?

Many of these camps are specifically designed to work with young girls anywhere from 5 to 16 years old. Other camps exist for boys and girls, and even mother/daughter “teams,” and adult camps, too. These camps offer exceptional riding knowledge and experience to people who have never ridden before.

Although camps with sleeping quarters exist, you can also find day-riding programs that allow you to leave and come back each day. Whether Western or English style, these camps can offer a one-day class, or a course lasting many weeks. Some will even allow the use of your own horse.

“Do I need to bring anything?”

Camp staff can tell you specifically what to bring, but these items are recommended.

Western riding is best done in jeans, while you are better off riding English-style in sweat pants or riding tights, as jeans will severely chafe your knees.

Horseback boots, specific to the chosen style (Western or English), are suggested. At the very least, however, wear a pair of boots with a heel. Do NOT wear anything other that boots! Shoes such a sneakers are UNSAFE because they run a high risk of getting caught in the stirrup irons.

A helmet. You’ll probably be lent one, but if you’re going to be riding regularly, invest in a NEW 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!

Horse riding beginners, get help from Jim Milton’s vast knowledge by checking his posts on his horse riding training blog. More information about beginners horse riding can be found there.