Before LO 3 years ago I used to ride in a group lesson for novices (w,t, wobbly canter and small jump) and hack out regularly.
Ive recently moved to a house where I have room for my own horse (will get a small companion for DD to boss around :-) ) and started 1-1 lessons.
Today was my 6th lesson and i found it pretty nerve-wracking where it came to cantering circles. Im not particularly strong anyway and im sure the horse is listening more to the RI than he is to me. Is this confidence something that will come with a few more lessons?
Is confidently cantering circles all that essential considering Im aiming to have my own sensible native type at home and be a happy hacker.
Probably more importantly how much experience should I have before I get my own? I have a lovely experienced neighbour who has offered to help me find a suitable horse and show me the ropes. I've volunteered at a sanctuary before we moved, groomed, mucked out and assisted with injuries being treated and I've signed up for a introductory groundwork course next month with a private follow-up session arranged for whenever I do get my own.
Thoughts welcome before I get carried away looking for ponies :-)
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SimLondon · 29/06/2013 13:50
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