What to expect at a new stable

[Pandorachik]

Hey Everyone! I have been wanting to take horse riding lessons FOREVER now, and I think I found the right place. It’s a little riding stable and arena in Ohio. It seems really nice and they have 8 Rocky Mountain horses, My personal favorite to ride! Anyway me and my dad are gonna go check the place out maybe Friday! And I’m strangely nervous. I know this seems like a weird post but for some of you “horse nerds” what should I expect? I’m definatly a beginner so they’ll match me with the right horse. But if they dont what do I say? What if he’s to honery? i dont want to be rude! I used to go to a stable thats now shut down that had the sweetest horse ever, Glacier. I think he was about 16 and he was like 17 hands high. He was SO sweet, gentl, and patient. Should I go for an older horse? I know geldings are the best but I’m really confused If you know anything on what to expect it’d be a great help!! Thanks!

[LittlePuffyTail]

That’s exciting! I love Rockies. My friend has 2 of them.

I wouldn’t worry about the horse they select for you. I’m sure they have lots of experience matching horse and rider. They will watch as you advance and may change you to another horse if they think another would suit you better. Most coaches like to stick to one horse while you are learning and as you get more advanced, they will let you try out other horses.

I think the most important things in a new stable are 1) that the horses are treated well and friendly 2) that the people are friendly and 3 ) that the coach is helpful and encouraging.

Let me know how it goes. Good luck

[Elrohwen]

I agree with LPT – trust them to match you to the right horse for your level. Sometimes the horses will be tough, I know I rode a lot of horses that were a pain, but each one will teach you so much about riding. As long as they are safe (and a good barn will only put you on a safe horse) you’ll be fine.

If you can, I would watch another beginning lesson. All trainers have different styles and it’s important to be with someone you like. If they seem patient and are giving good clear instructions to another rider, I’m sure you’ll have a good time.

[Kokaneeandkahlua]

Exciting!! I can relate to the nervous part! It’s hard to start somewhere new where you don’t know what to expect, from the instructor or the other riders. Go for it, because if you don’t like the barn there is always another, but I bet that you’ll really enjoy it I really agree wtih watching another lesson. When I was looking at the barn I’m currently at (I guess i’m technically at two barns!) I told her what day I was coming but didn’t give a particular time, that way I could drop in unexpectedly and just see how things are rather than how they wanted to show it. I realy like the barn and the instructor, but I have disliked a previous instructors style so i just kept looking! If this isn’t your dream barn you’ll find another one, but since you did your research I bet you’ll really enjoy it

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