beginner horseback riding lessons

[@ariari1533]

This is just perfect! A perfect way to teach, and an adorable girl on an adorable horse! This place really understands both kids and horses!

[@BridgetCarta]

this is honestly so cute anybody being rude just needs to leave.

[@tiffanygooodin3360]

she's such a little cowgirl😘 Fell off and still got back in the saddle She did amazing wearing all the proper gear this little cowgirls ready to Ride! I've fallen off 10 horses since I've been Riding and always got back on.. even though I could have died Had a mild concussion that's exactly why I wear a helmet still @ 22 always wear a helmet.. true cowgirl right there😊🐎

[@LadyKaliska]

I think her little explanation for what it feels like to ride a horse, should be made into a bumper sticker. That was incredibly adorable. I love how imaginative kids are. That smile says more than any words could ever say. She looked like she was having such a great time.

[@susanburris53]

This is a lovely pony with a great instructor and an enthusiastic kid rider. safety is stressed. pony is not super responsive but will go when clearly cued. many changes in exercises to keep the interest of the kiddo and some fun stuff just to learn balance. non horse people should not walk behind a strange horse. riders who are working with seasoned lesson horses always walk around the horse exactly like this. you touch their rump as you walk closely around to the other side the horse knows it's you simply moving to groom other side.

[@Indiodyssey]

EXACTLY!!!!! ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

[@elizabethmiller6722]

I myself am an equestrian and I completely agree!

[@dashshepherd8059]

OMG that thing she said about riding on a chocolate chip cookie was ADORABLE!!!!!!

[@kendallzajacz1820]

My favourite thing about this is that they don't use a bit

[@sarahhenry4687]

I prefer hacamores there better for horses teeth my friend's horse lost his teeth from the not

[@sarahhenry4687]

Bit got to love autocorrect lol

[@Nrvcaa]

Omg guys! Your like everyone else! It's not abuse if its in the right hands! There's a way to gently stop and turn! Bits don't hurt the horse YOU do because it's in YOUR hands

[@taylorjessup7324]

Katie Hatton She just said that because a lot of beginners will be yanking on the reins a lot even though bit less is not better

[@tyrannosaurustres1981]

I would say bitless isn’t bad. Sure I myself would prefer to use a bit, simply because it’s better to steer for those who steer with reins. But I don’t think bitless is worse. They are equally good and bad in their own way. It all depends on the rider.

[@juliabellefontaine8918]

when this little girl is better at siting the trot than you😂

[@kaitlyncrawford4512]

=my life😂

[@ebonystandley7541]

I know the feeling x

[@sarahhenry4687]

Same lol

[@sophiafrancavilla2239]

Julia bellefontaine ikr

[@yelenajeffries2857]

Ikr lol

[@tigerlily0190]

WOW! There are some unnecessarily rude comments on this video! Not to mention it was posted 4 years ago! This girl is doing the best she can just like any of us do when we ride. Everyone's riding lesson is a little bit different than yours will be. There's not necessarily a "right" or "wrong" way to learn to ride. She's on a very patient little pony. I'm sure if she's still riding today she's turned into a great rider. No one is good at riding when they first start. There's a lot to learn. Don't judge other people. You might make some of these mistakes too and not even realize it. Everyone was a beginner once.

[@sunflowerequestrian3116]

tigerlily0190 yes

[@countrygirl6008]

This is such a good hobby for kids. I think it's great there are riding schools with instructors that are passionate about devoting their time to these children. It makes such a huge difference! :)

[@TheSparklingHorse]

Trainer- "ok, now ask him to walk." Kid- "Walk!" XD Most adorable thing EVER!!!

[@carolmandiann]

I thought the girl did great, and she was enjoying the experience. I certainly wouldn't expect absolute perfection at first. The important thing is that she was safe and happy, I think that's a great way to learn, and actually, I think the most important thing of all is that it was a positive experience, more important than perfection, and the horse looked like he was doing fine with the experience, as far as I could tell.

[@TheEquestrianBeauty]

Most people hating on this cute little girl & patient and lovely trainer have their facts wrong anyway! Yes, you most certainly can have a rider on when lunging, that's how most people start out when learning a new way, so the rider focuses on themselves rather than on keeping the horse going, just until they get a feel for things. Obviously, the instructor knew the horse and knew that it was safe for her to walk behind him as long as she told him she was there. You really should train your horses to get used to this, goodness forbid something happened. And the mounting block comments- Guys, I use a mounting block if the horse I'm riding is too big. Sometimes even if he's not. It's also easier on the horse since his weight isn't thrown majorly off balance, and the riders are less likely to slam on his back when they land. She isn't jumping at a canter, it's at a walk and it was a virtually flat jump, it will help her in future, which is most likely now, when she's properly jumping, since 1. She can get into two point. 2.She won't be scared at the sight of a jump. Sorry, got me angry. The pony is adorable though :3

[@aurorazeev-delaini627]

I know I ride and of course people with more experience wink wink probably know some more than she does but that gives them no right to be rude u are great kiddo keep it up

[@jessm2195]

Yes, like obviously the instructor knew the horse. I also use a mounting block, no matter how big the horse is we always use the mounting block. Although I don't know how experienced she is, she seems very good!

[@IsabellaGodsey]

I even started jumping on a lung line!

[@nikkihorseslife7444]

no thats sooooo not true you dont always have to use a mluting block she it not verrrrrry good !

[@nikkihorseslife7444]

cool i jump too !!

[@sydneyfrazier99]

"it feels like im on a floating on a chocolate chip cookie on a river of milk," she is sooo adorable

[@briannamartinez4047]

she is better than me when I was a beginner 😁 She is awesome

[@gabbyelizondo4285]

I absolutely love this video! Amazing teaching ! My 7 year old just started lessons and she loves it! 💜 Thank you so much for sharing !

[@shelleythomas3016]

Looks like a nice lesson. Good instructor, very kid friendly.

[@thebreyergal101]

Adorable, simply adorable. She is very cute. Looks like she enjoys this.Thank you for making me smile :)

[@charlietsunoda8249]

Awww she's the cutest little girl!!!! To mean commenters: She so young and she's in the process of learning and remember when you guys were all like that too once?? And plus she's with a trainer :) Not against anyone just voicing my opinion.

[@reneenightbaker8270]

Charlie Tsunoda Ikr

[@kimberlyfreeman4459]

Really cool! I liked that ! Showing a real lesson with a beginner--actually as it goes down. Thank you for posting!

[@zanna2679]

everybody is commenting that the trainer is childish but she is working with a child please people

[@GayleLawrence]

We watched your videos! Your ponies are lovely and you are a very talented trainer! Keep up the good work!

[@emmaracz1977]

sorry I just started watching and I'm a bit shocked... did the trainor really appluade the kid for going BEHIND the horse?

[@lsbeautyxx6409]

chasirecat wonderland she applauded because she touched the horses hind so it didn't get spooked and kicked and that's the correct thing to do.

[@emmaracz1977]

oh ok sorry I wasn't really watching I was more reading the comments. 😝thanks😅

[@emmaracz1977]

Eve Simons I'm sorry I'm. begginer at horse riding I wasn't angry or being rude in that comment you can swear on the internet that fine but about such a small thing smh.

[@peachtokkii863]

Eurtle Turtle if you keep your hand on the horse so he knows your there than it is saf-ER but,yes,if you can,you should always go in front of your horse.

[@nancylawrence3831]

This is impressive. Great job teacher Gayle...

[@equestrianlife8145]

At my barn I'm not allowed to walk behind the horses

[@lizwilliams1651]

Because they will kick you but if you touch them and go behind they won't kick

[@lizwilliams1651]

Like the girl did

[@rain-su7xp]

Equestrian Life it depends where you ride, at my barn you are aloud only If the horse knows you are there, and at some places you can't.

[@neea1526]

Well I get that if it's like riding school because the owner would be responsible for the kids (and older) if they got hurt (at least according to parents). But I think if you know the horse and know they won't kick and/or let the horse know when you're behind him it's totally ok to go behind. I usually don't walk behind horses unless I know them well.

[@kynancapybarafan9964]

It depends on the horse, the horse i ride gets really pissy and kicks when u walk behind him but i know ponies who don’t care

[@JoeyWesthead]

That is THE cutest lil girly, cutest pony and the BEST trainer I've EVER seen! xoxox Joey

[@daniellerinkoski7808]

this is so cute also were is this place

[@HorsesAndHammies11]

That is one of the most beautiful palominos I have seen in a while

[@milliekeningale9952]

she is 1 very good little ridder!!

[@milliekeningale9952]

she's a beginner

[@rileybenjamin8938]

***** your just jealous because she's better than you

[@milliekeningale9952]

Ha Ha you got that right XD

[@TheYoghurt42]

You seem like you're teaching her really well and looks like she's having a lot of fun. :) Pony is adorable too!

[@jeremyedwards446]

It dose not feel like being on a chocolate marsh mallow cookie

[@howaboutno1424]

Yes it does lol

[@GayleLawrence]

What does it feel like to you, Jeremy Edwards ?

[@jordanleonard7516]

For me it usually feels like a lot of kicking

[@euphoria-r9p]

She is little! Jeez that’s like saying a 3 year old should know square roots!

[@mocha3995]

Great job! I know I'm kind of late, and I'm new to riding, but for your age? AMAZING! Just remember not to automatically kick the horse, I would squeeze, and then kick if it's not responding.

[@axelwhiton975]

My favorite color for the horse is black.

[@peachtokkii863]

Axel Whiton I love dapple greys 😍

[@justcovers7646]

@@peachtokkii863 yes same i love gingers and dapple greys and black

[@CristalcatXP]

Aw :) I watched my trainer teach some little kids on their first lesson and it was so fun to watch them start their equine journey :D!

[@allieprice835]

why was she learning to jump when she can barely trot

[@motherrussia1115]

Just wanted to put the kid on KZbin.....WHY THE HECK SHE PUT THE KID ON THE OTHER SIDE

[@kynancapybarafan9964]

allie price Normally beginners will walk over jumps just to get the feel of a 2point

[@pernillemikkelsen1569]

This is 9 years ago, imagine this girl now! She's probably a really good rider today 🙌🏼

[@maxbrown5076]

Ik she's a beginner but for got sake the instructor is no better😂

[@GayleLawrence]

Big words for someone who hides behind a blank avatar and no channel content!

[@axelevensen3825]

+Gayle Lawrence she's right, though. The instructor is kind of patronizing and not giving constant advice. I'm guessing this is your child, and she's very good as a beginner, but the right instructor is very crucial.

[@walk_trot_canter_0499]

+Gayle Lawrence have you ever thought that there might be a reason why equine addict has no content or no cover photo! They were just stating their opinion, you dont need to get all defensive!

[@Indiodyssey]

yes, and the word is "troll"

[@kevindaniels3628]

hey this could take away subscribers so shut up!!!!!! People do things different and don't tell me i know nothing because i have a horse too!

[@corpse4070]

I'm so glad they're not using a bit, such a good trainer and a fantastic little rider. An extremely well mannered pony as well. < 3

[@Candythepuppetwing]

When this little girl is better at siting The trot than you 😂

[@GraceRiverson]

I love that there is a channel dedicated to beginner riding lessons, reminds me of when I was a kid.

[@franklammers6811]

She's a good rider :)

[@Donna-vh5ym]

She's too cute. I know this was made a few years back, but I wonder where she is now.???

[@savanaword7963]

That horse looks really bored

[@tiffanygooodin3360]

I was just going to say the same thing!

[@vanessa9307]

+Tiffany goodin lol ikr poor horse

[@millieranson892]

IKR

[@SierraThomas.]

Yep

[@user-ve1ny3kj4y]

Savana Word ok well it’s a horse...she is a beginner

[@EmmatLy]

i started riding at 5, and stopped for a while when i was 12, its been 2 years now , and i'm going to get back out there :) i cant wait.! this little girl is so cute, good job :D

[@horsefan1941]

I never walk behind a horse or pony, unless absolutely nessassry. If I do walk behind them, I speak to them, give them a pat gently and let them know I'm behind them so they know what is up. And for my first beginner lesson ever(for English riding... I got put on a gynormus horse, wel when he bucked me off twice I almost gives up riding. But luckily I found the barn I go to now, and progressed so much faster there that now I'm jumping some small courses indoor or outdoors. And at barn I go to now, I started out with a pony. XD

[@axelevensen3825]

I'm glad you didn't give up!

[@horsefan1941]

Yep. At first almost gave up... When got bucked off... But now at barn I go to now, I fall off and just get back on. Of course there will be more falls in life, but that's what makes you a better rider! XD Now I could care less if I fall, then I was just scared cause was beginner that stopped for some amount of years.

[@juniabrubaker7088]

Horse Fan19 I walk behind my horses. I run up to them waving my hands and Skip and do jumping jacks around them. I go under them and slide off over their bum. So when a little kid decides to run up yelling, 'horsey!!' they don't freak, just look at the kid like "hey, you drunk the same krazy juice my mom did"😂

[@juniabrubaker7088]

Horse Fan19 I walk behind my horses. I run up to them waving my hands and Skip and do jumping jacks around them. I go under them and slide off over their bum. So when a little kid decides to run up yelling, 'horsey!!' they don't freak, just look at the kid like "hey, you drunk the same krazy juice my mom did"😂

[@MonzoFoto]

lol this is adorable. i came here because i've been booked to photograph a couple girls on a horseback riding adventure. So now I'm being trained to ride and I'm doing a little bit of self training at home, on youtube. :) thanks

[@ozzyandme7921]

Her heels weren't down Her reins were very long could of done a knot Her helmet did not fir

[@equestriancrazy6577]

Ozzy and Me you have all of those points correct

[@nikkihorseslife7444]

you are correct

[@alisawillow6886]

Ok obvious who gives a damn

[@alexfulghum2073]

Quick realease stirrups werent on her foot right either.

[@rain-su7xp]

Ozzy and Me: 1 more thing, she isn't a champion rider.

[@Yoshiandmaya10]

She is really good c: She's also lucky she had her first fall when she was young. I was riding since I was 4 and just had my first fall about a month or two ago. For a first fall, it was pretty bad. I couldn't ride without trembling up until last Monday! I hope she keeps riding, she'll do very well!

[@kategrullo1048]

Whoah. Somebody doesnt know how to put on a saddle.

[@Ellie___-jn2vh]

I know right lol

[@mackenzie0v]

she is so adorable! and doing so well for a kid her age and just learning!

[@NA-gm7pm]

The trainer brings me much disappointment. I'm sorry but sometimes you have to fix your hair while riding especially in a helmet because your head gets itchy.

[@sherriemorrison1478]

from one trainer to another, ty ty ty! for having an actual beginner in ur video! if im looking for ways to teach the posting/sitting trot and canter basics w a beginner I dont want to see an well seasoned rider only!

[@maggielin5119]

I felt bad for the pony....

[@Polopony20.]

Maggie Lin he isn’t being hurt, and he clearly likes this as his ears are forward and he’s moving happily

[@GayleLawrence]

Thank-you, LadyKaliska for your kind words. I love teaching horseback riding to children for just such reasons.

[@alainawilliams550]

the saddle looks to far back

[@Isobel201]

no it looks fine to me

[@Izzycmoon]

It is it should be on the sholders

[@BeautyByBri49]

Yeah it's to far back it needs to go up more

[@sympatheticao1407]

Withers"

[@sarahhenry4687]

Ya it needs to be up to the withers

[@codymcarthur]

Great job! It is especially important to introduce children to horses in a safe environment with someone who knows what they are talking about. Also even more importantly it is important to put your children with an instructor who uses positive reinforcement. A child in a negative situation with something as intimidating as a large animal can kill any desire to learn about horses. Cody McArthur

[@madisongardella7617]

This girl could be good...if she had a different trainer.🐎

[@motherrussia1115]

Sad But true

[@euphoria-r9p]

Well most instructors have a different way of teaching😡

[@justcovers7646]

Why?

[@willemref]

The little princess did a great job at letting the horse know she's going around. Made sure the girdle was tight. The horse is underdeveloped though,all in all, wonderful training. learned on a quarterhouse and always my favorite......

[@jaceymsp8965]

Man, horseback riding is dangerous..

[@kassidyessencerose4213]

♡ i am a llama ♡ i brooke my arm hores back rideing but today im scared because im going back to ride

[@kassidyessencerose4213]

♡ i am a llama ♡ i did around the world to its fun

[@katiecozzens2028]

No shit.....

[@jaceymsp8965]

Katie Cozzens we got ourselves a badass over here !!

[@katiecozzens2028]

But it is fun we risk our life's each time we get on

[@FeralKitten65432]

"Riding feels like I'm on a chocolate chip marshmallow cookie on a lake with milk inside." That is so adorable!

[@kayla4866]

Wtf??

[@Roses6858]

You came here just to comment wtf? -_-

[@GayleLawrence]

@PeskyPonyLover I think you should address WHY your pony is bucking alot: does he need some retraining? better saddle fit? chiropractic work on his back? teeth checked? are you doing something unintentionally that causes him to buck? You really need to look at why your pony bucks. Good luck!

[@GayleLawrence]

@lisapizza421 Good listening! You should be a Continuity Editor! We taped for over an hour, and yes, the footage with her lounging the horse was edited out! There certainly seems to be alot of confusion about the correct way to walk behind a horse; so tell me, when you are grooming your horse at a cross-tie or hitching post, how do YOU get to the opposite side?

[@jesuschrist-rt9qh]

I miss horse riding

[@chica1081]

Same😢

[@cloutdaze]

I've been riding since I was a kid! this is beautiful

[@CaptainUncool]

Just a heads up, the stirrups are on wrong. The rubber band should point towards the front of the saddle so that when riding, the rubber bit faces outwards.

[@horses4ever699]

I think her stirrups are a little long but I totally understand if they can't go any higher as on my saddle the leathers are long and with them wrapped around the irons and on the top hole they are still too long. They are 53 inches long. I also saw that the saddle was slid way back so I think the girth should have been tighter. She did very well though for being a young beginner. She seemed very balanced

[@avagrace1988]

Ya. She was good, but the saddle is to far back

[@GayleLawrence]

Thanks! Eagleso! Glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your riding!

[@otakuchan1948]

cute pony! X3 Hmmm...but i do remember learning in summer horse camp(to try not to go behind a horse in case they are the stubborn/ spazzy type, or if they get frightened). Lol...i learned that when i in summer camp free rode(hacked) a very strong/stubborn challenging horse(Dawson) which wasn't for beginners, was bouncy, tended to randomly sprint off instead of canter, and had a habit of nipping(biting for no reason).

[@GayleLawrence]

Hi ZoeLouise96 - you're never too old to learn anything and that goes for horseback riding. I've taught beginners as old as 60! You are at a perfect age to begin. You can follow instructions well and be responsible. What you need is commitment and most of all....PATIENCE!!! Learning to ride doesn't happen overnight. Be willing to put in the time and be open to learning. You'll do just fine! Good luck! Let me know how it goes!!

[@GayleLawrence]

Exactly!! Thanks for for your knowledgable input. Looks like many people agree with you, too!

[@GayleLawrence]

@gothshadowreaper It's actually a safety item called Peacock Stirrup Irons; made specifically to RELEASE a caught foot to prevent a rider from being dragged by a foot caught in a standard stirrup.

[@GayleLawrence]

@jumpergirls Thank you Jumpergirls, and yes, a lounge whip is only an extention of your arm - it serves to drive the horse forward and should always be held in the hand pointing towards the hind quarters. It is usually not necessary to make contact with the horse.

[@yvonneshort681]

What a patient trainer!!!!

[@Littlemergal1012]

the teacher seems nice!! im about to go into horse back riding :D YAY!! any pointers?? oh yea and nice little girl!!!

[@NeonLambFilms]

You've got a very good horse riding instructer ;) That little girl is an amazing rider ; ;Good Job ;) And youre so right on walking safely behind a horse, my friend once spooked the horse accidently when she was walking behind and she literally got a back kick to her stomach -__- ..... not nice!

[@lexipietrunti]

Awww she was so cute and good it was SO cute when she went over the lil jump! LOVE IT

[@cassiemyclyde]

@Kidshorsinaround Pleasure :-) I can really tell you love it your so good at it! Do you just teach younger students or more advanced riders as well?? :-)

[@stepheventing9414]

Awwwww! That instructor looks really nice and the girl is awesome

[@karencampbell9944]

I love how she’s vary easy going with the girl and how she’s not using a bit this is a vary nice and easy lesson this is how every lesson should be for beginners so they get a feel

[@meganproffitt424]

Zoe Campbell 🤦‍♀️ Another 12 year old expert. Get off your computer sweetcheeks and go actually ride a horse.

[@karencampbell9944]

Bro I was being nice hour hbu back tf off bc I was sayin how I liked her teaching method

[@beckybircher1656]

The way I fell of my horse the first time was the same thing that you fell off but I did have my rains but I didn't know how to canter so I hugged my horses neck and I fell off but my arm wasn't bleeding.

[@Littlemergal1012]

the teacher seems nice!! im about to go into horse back riding :D YAY!! any pointers??

[@SilkShadowBreyers333]

"Chocolate Chip Marshmellow Cookie on a Lake with Milk Inside" How adorable and Creative!! =D

[@emmybhorses]

I can't wait until I get my horse! Great job riding, keep up the good work!

[@darthkitten95]

I never had riding lessons just normal trail rides on other people’s horses, in camp when I was 12 I rode this handsome QH gelding and 15 mins the lady to,d be to trot but I never trotted before, she said it look like I already know what to do and my balance was perfect

[@angryCanadiangirl]

I'm starting horseback riding lessons tomarrow and I'm twenty- five. It's never too late to learn something new.

[@chloethompson1916]

I just got a new saddle and it made me feel so confident I jumped a 5 foot jump

[@GayleLawrence]

Hi, horsemadgabrielle - we don't always lounge before riding, but we did for this video. Lounging is a great way to improve your seat, so we like to do it every couple of lessons. Thanks for visiting!

[@GayleLawrence]

@cookiepony Thanks for advice! No, the little girl is not still riding :( nor does she own a horse. The horse's name is Silver and he's still teaching little kids to ride!

[@GayleLawrence]

@KrystinMyrie Thanks! Good luck with your new horse! Hope to see some videos of you and your horse soon!!

[@GayleLawrence]

Good luck with your riding! Let me know how your first time goes! Relax and have fun!!

[@GayleLawrence]

@brijayn Good question! You are confusing "beginner lesson" with " first lesson". Not the same thing. Riders are often classified as beginners for quite awhile. This girl had been riding for several months - she is still a beginner rider.

[@GayleLawrence]

@cookiesandsugar1 Riding should always be for fun!! Nice name for a horse..what kind do you want to get?

[@GayleLawrence]

@OmgTheCookieMonsters none taken! (from whence it comes) PS how do you get around the horse?

[@sophiefoerstner5013]

Is she still riding? If so how is she doing? Cantering, bareback, Jumping? She's a very cute little cowgirl! 😊

[@ellapulley4420]

not all english riders are rude

[@xoxohorsegirl7251]

+Alexa Crew Ok then. How are English Riders rude? I ride English. They are NOT rude

[@gretagarner2721]

Alexa Crew Why? Because she rides English? That's an awful thing to say and you know very well it's not true, so why did you say it?

[@niggapeegaming5285]

Alexa Crew Was is there something wrong with you

[@GayleLawrence]

Hi jnkjonas1fan - good observation on your part! But, she has her feet out of the irons (stirrups) for a reason: it helps develop her balance and an independent riding seat. You should try it sometime, maybe with someone walking beside you at first, just in case you loose your balance.

[@shkhmustafa]

starting my horseriding this evening. if Maise can do it, so can i. thanks Maise!

[@GayleLawrence]

@quarterhorseSiri The pony has a bitless bridle It's what we use with the beginner riders until they develop some balance, and independent hands/seat, so they're not pulling on the reins (and bit) for balance.

[@casarela11]

@Kidshorsinaround I think they meant, is she holding the part of the saddle and rope type of thing, or holding his neck

[@Littlemergal1012]

the teacher seems nice!! im about to go into horse back riding :D YAY!! any pointers?? oh yea and nice little girl!!!and the horse/pony is nice 2!!!!!