Locating The Right Riding Instructor
Locating The Right Riding Instructor
Locating and hiring the proper riding instructor will result in a satisfying and positive equestrian experience. Defining which riding instructor is "best" for you, should reflect your current level of ability and your goals for riding. Selecting a riding instructor should be treated with the similar care you would utilize, when you select your primary care physician. You want someone who can teach and instill in you a basic skill set for riding, someone who can professionally assess your current riding skills, someone who understands and supports your riding goals, as well an instructor who will challenge you to grow, at each level. Take the time to visit a variety of riding instructor facilities. Are the barns safe? Where is the training facility located? Is distance and travel time a factor? Is the equipment clean and well maintained? Do they offer lessons for all ages and abilities? Is the riding instructor professionally dressed? Do they work from a lesson plan or mostly improvise and adjust throughout the lesson? What is their cancellation policy? How many students are there per class? And most importantly, make certain you have chosen an open-minded, professional instructor who is as enthusiastic about your riding progress, as you are!