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Post by hybridrats on May 12, 2007 18:37:03 GMT -1
I am having my first introduction lesson on tuesday and i am so excited, the school is a really good one from what they have told me. www.brooklandsfarm.co.uk/can someone tell me what to wear, what i will be accessed on, what will i be learn first when i got to a lesson this school only allows 5 people a lesson so there should be good as they will have more attention on the students than 10 |
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Post by harveydales on May 12, 2007 19:35:41 GMT -1
Hi Haley, Ali has just told me you are starting lessons - how exciting! I've just looked at your website link and it looks good. It sounds like it will give you a great intrduction and you will be able to compare notes with Ali.
Why not give them a ring and ask what you should wear. They will probably hire out riding hats to save you buying one until you know you are going to continue. Ali's riding school insists all riders wear gloves (presumeabley for insurance purposes) and obviously suitable footwear. You will need a boot or shoe with a small heel (1 inch approx) and smooth soles so you can't get caught in the stirrup. If you haven't got anything and no one can lend you something, give the school a ring.
You can wear any sort of trouser but anything with a thick seam down the inside leg will be uncomfortable. Ideally you want something stretchy.
As this is your very first lesson and you are in a group, you will probably have some one alongside to lead and assist you to start with.
Good luck - I'm sure you will enjoy it. Do tell us all about it!
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Post by SuzieP on May 12, 2007 19:46:49 GMT -1
Hello Hayley and welcome to DalesFans.
Pam has said all that you need to know really - just have lots of fun and relaaaaaax when you ride. It does look to be a nice place and a maximum of five people in a lesson is good and will mean that you get some individual tuition.
Only one thing I might add - if you can have a warm bath with some Radox in it afterward to help your muscles. Arnica tablets are good for helping any aches to go away.
Have a lovely time and don't forget to come back and tell us how it went.....
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Post by hybridrats on May 12, 2007 20:31:24 GMT -1
hehe thanks for that, that was a real help, i am so excited i have wanted to do this since i was little would my mum never had to money, since ihave a job i can afford it  i have boots no heels on it i dont think, i did ask and she said the same but i didnt understand it how many lessons would i need to do in a week to improve my horse riding thanks for the warm welcome |
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Post by jec248 on May 12, 2007 22:44:33 GMT -1
I've had a quick look at the web site and it looks good. We could do with something like that near me!!
Hope you enjoy your lesson. Have you ridden much or is this just the start?
On Tuesday after your lesson, we expect to hear how it went!
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Post by hybridrats on May 12, 2007 22:47:16 GMT -1
my first time, i am a newbie to all this you will hear all about it  |
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Post by harveydales on May 13, 2007 5:01:05 GMT -1
Most people stick to just one lesson a week but that is probably down to cost. If you can manage 2 a week you would come on quicker and not feel so stiff because your riding muscles will build up.
Once you're in a class it is nice to stick with the same group of people and build up good friendships as you come on together. I can't really remember but I imagine the frist few lessons will be the hardest as it is all so new and different from anything else you will have done. But after that, you should improve quickly but, like most things, you never stop learning!
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Post by AliandDolly on May 13, 2007 8:20:58 GMT -1
oh it depends on how much you can afford i am having lessons once a week and i find all schools lead you first to asses but if you get on well you wont need a leader
alixxxx
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Post by zeldalithgow on May 13, 2007 8:28:34 GMT -1
Hi Haley welcome to Dales Fans  I hope you enjoy your lesson |
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Post by PonyGirl on May 13, 2007 9:11:10 GMT -1
Welcome to Dales Fans! Enjoy the ride!
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Post by Debbie on May 13, 2007 14:02:24 GMT -1
LOL....well, if you want to build up your inner thigh muscles, and can't afford the extra lessons, you can always squish a ball between your knees. Be warned, though, you'll probably want to take it very slowly because horse riding utilizes muscles that are rarely used in other sports or everyday life. There's a lot to learn, so just try to relax, remember to breath, and I found it much easier to work on one thing at a time. You'll feel like you're juggling at first, but you'll get there in the end  Welcome to Dales-fans |
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Post by knight on May 13, 2007 15:37:41 GMT -1
Hi and Welcome to Dales-fans! Everyone's had good advise. All I can say is relax and enjoy every minute of fun. I hope you'll really enjoy your first leson and look forward to many more.
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Post by hybridrats on May 13, 2007 16:44:09 GMT -1
thanks guys thats really good advise i can wait now only 2 till to go woooooo
i will remember what ou said
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Post by harveydales on May 13, 2007 19:20:52 GMT -1
I can't wait to hear how you get on. I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
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Post by katiejane1 on May 14, 2007 10:01:59 GMT -1
gosh I dont remember my first ride but I do remember my first proper lesson- I loved it- was the first time I met my Charlie boy (or Emma's Charlie) but I loved him more bless his heart. He was the best pony to learn on- he had an insanely bouncy trot, would do enormous bucks, would totally ignore you if you didnt ask him properly, nad jump anything in sight- boy could he jump. He taught me more than any instructor or other pony, sort of taught me to ride rather than sit on the pony and steer.
Im sure you will have a super time and dont forget to fill us in on how it goes.
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