Safety First:
* Meet the horse: You'll be introduced to your horse and learn about its temperament and basic care.
* Grooming: You'll learn how to groom the horse, which is important for both hygiene and bonding.
* Leading and handling: You'll learn how to safely lead the horse around, using a lead rope and understanding basic commands.
* Saddling and Bridling: You'll learn how to correctly put on the saddle and bridle, ensuring a secure fit for both you and the horse.
Getting in the Saddle:
* Mounting and Dismounting: You'll learn how to safely mount and dismount the horse, using a mounting block and proper technique.
* Basic Riding Position: The instructor will teach you the correct posture and balance in the saddle, including how to hold the reins and use your legs for communication.
* Walking and Stopping: You'll learn to guide the horse into a walk and stop using the reins and your leg aids.
* Turning and Controlling: You'll learn basic turning techniques using the reins and leg pressure.
Additional things you might learn:
* Horse care: You might learn about the basics of horse feeding, watering, and stable management.
* Horse communication: You'll learn how to understand horse behavior and how to communicate with them using body language and voice commands.
* Safety protocols: You'll be taught essential safety rules for both you and the horse.
Remember:
* Your first lesson is all about getting comfortable with the horse and learning the basics.
* Don't be afraid to ask questions and take your time.
* Be patient with yourself and the horse, everyone learns at their own pace.
Have fun and enjoy your first horseback riding experience!