either upward or downward smooth and not abrupt. When we Academic Riders ride, it is supposed to look harmonious! She said to me, after practicing consistently, “I can see why you call this Academic Riding. I have been thinking the whole time of ways to make my horse go better with me on her back.” Certainly there is something to be said for the rider who just gets on and goes or the one that enjoys trail riding. Having the best of both styles is ideal, but for those of us with a passion for training horses to be the best they can be with a person sitting in the middle of their back and having a judge comment on how well we do, just leave us to our functional disorder! See you in the show ring as we perfect our circles, make sure our horses are straight and rhythmic, and bend equally in both directions, but most important, knowing our horses enjoy their physical workout as we Academic Riders think (a whole lot) about how to harmoniously communicate with our equine friends.
Rockin’ Horse Stables
Rockin’ Horse Stables is a full care Hunter & Jumper boarding and training facility offering beginner to advanced English riding lessons, summer camps and quality horse sales.
Located just minutes from the heart of Cranberry Twp.
724-601-4706
www.rockinhorsestables.com
We financially help low-income families with low-cost spays, neuters and medical emergencies. Help us help others by sending donations to:
AC&W, Inc., P.O. Box 8257, Pittsburgh, PA 15218. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit and have been in existence since 1970. Look for our adoption animals at: www.animalcareandwelfare.org
2806 Banksville Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15216
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