I am so excited. After several years not being able to ride because of my bad knees, I am going to start again this week. I have been thinking for some time that Western riding might be better for me as I definitely cannot put any weight on my knees, so no rising (posting) trot as is essential in classical riding. But it is very difficult to find Western trained horses in Europe and although I had lessons and rode Western style when I lived in California in the 80's, I am not expert enough to train my own.
Anyway, by some miracle I have found a horse ranch only 30 minutes from me that trains horses and teaches Western riding! The guy that runs it holds several national and international awards for reining horses and he is willing to take me on. He understands my problems and is sure he can get me back in the saddle comfortably. So I have my first session on Wednesday. I am so looking forward to it but a bit nervous too.
Anyway, by some miracle I have found a horse ranch only 30 minutes from me that trains horses and teaches Western riding! The guy that runs it holds several national and international awards for reining horses and he is willing to take me on. He understands my problems and is sure he can get me back in the saddle comfortably. So I have my first session on Wednesday. I am so looking forward to it but a bit nervous too.