The Riverland Riding School
Why Ride Ponies and Horses?
There are many reasons why children are attracted to ponies and many reasons why parents should introduce their children to the fantastic world of horses.
What child doesn’t like horses? Why the attraction?
Is it the power and freedom a horse represents to a young child?
Or could it be the sheer fun of having a friend who is six feet tall?
At Riverland Equestrian we offer the fantastic opportunities to learn horse riding and horsemanship on our safe horses and ponies.
We offer a friendly environment with the greatest emphasis on the safety aspect of horses.
Our goal to help people have an interesting and enjoyable time while learning this exciting sport and becoming a knowledgeable and caring horse person.
Benefits of Horse Riding
Those of us who are lucky enough to own a horse or pony on their own are aware of the many benefits of horse riding. Not only is horse riding recreational and a good form of physical exercise, there are many other benefits your child will gain as well.
- Keep children close to nature
- Horses keep kids active
- Riding improves balance and coordination
- Horse riding is a great social sport
- Taking care of a pony teaches children responsibility
- Riding is inspirational
- Riding improves children’s confidence
- Horses let kids be kids
- Learning how to properly care and feed an animal prepares a child for caring for others
- Riding improves concentration, independence and decision making
- Learning to ride is fund and exciting
- Riding is very enjoyable and is recognized as a competitive sport
