| The success of a student beginning horseback riding is | | | | successful is he? Having good horse riding skills will |
| dependent upon good lessons and for that a good | | | | generally ensure that one is a good trainer. |
| instructor is mandatory. Below you will discover how to | | | | Commitment |
| locate your perfect horseback riding teacher. | | | | Does the instructor display professionalism and take |
| In the first place, develop a short list of riding schools. | | | | the students seriously? Does he seem to be |
| For assistance in doing this, read The 7 Step Guide to | | | | concerned with the progress made by every student |
| Finding the Perfect Barn for Horseback Riding | | | | during the horse riding lessons? |
| Beginners. | | | | Interview the students to see how long they have |
| Next, observe a lesson, or a few lessons if possible, | | | | been participating in the class to determine if they are |
| which is taught by your potential riding instructor, and | | | | being helped by the instructor to become more |
| pay attention for the following four qualities. | | | | proficient riders. |
| Courtesy | | | | Speak with the teacher at the end of the lessons and |
| Is every student treated by the trainer with patience | | | | you can obtain a good indication as to whether he can |
| and shown consideration? Does every student receive | | | | assist in the achievement of your riding goals. |
| the help they need and is every question responded to | | | | Compatibility |
| politely? | | | | While watching the horse riding lesson, imagine yourself |
| Does the instructor give the class his full attention, with | | | | in the class and how you would feel under the trainer's |
| no side conversation on the cell phone or with | | | | instruction. Do you feel good about his approach to |
| bystanders? Is any student belittled or made to feel | | | | instruction? Do you think that you would be |
| inadequate before the others? | | | | comfortable with his demeanor? |
| Competence | | | | Cost |
| Does the instructor communicate instructions clearly | | | | The cost of lessons will increase as the |
| and in a fashion which everyone in the class can | | | | professionalism and success of the rider increases. |
| comprehend? | | | | Look for someone who is not overly advanced in |
| Do the students obtain the expected results when his | | | | relation to your riding ability as you do not need a high |
| directions are followed? That is, is proper information | | | | level dressage rider to help you get ready, for |
| being disseminated? | | | | example, for trail riding. |
| Research the trainer's background as to his status as | | | | By following these guidelines, you will be able to easily |
| an active competitor and if he does compete, how | | | | find a trainer who will be perfect for you. |