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Safety around horses is an important issue. The most potentially dangerous times are when turning horses out, and when mounting. Here's how to avoid accidents.
Riding bareback - The canter can be even easier than the trot when riding bareback.
From what to wear, to finding a reputable instructor, there's a lot to think about when you want to learn about horseback riding. Written by Jayne Pedigo for EquiSearch.
An excerpt about how horses learn and what motivates them from Sandy Collier's new book, Reining Essentials: How to Excel in Western's Hottest Sport.
Want to improve your riding, but not sure where to start? Here are some suggestions for the best ways to improve your riding technique.
Ignorance was bliss for a novice rider who began learning about dressage the hard way.
Learn how to fall off your horse and what to do afterwards in this excerpt from Olympians Karen and David O'Connor's book Life in the Galloping Lane.
What can you do when your parents don't share your passion for horses? Sports psychologist Dr. Janet Edgette has some advice.
Riding Bareback - once you've got your position at a standstill, the next challenge to riding bareback is to start moving.
