Comments on: will i be to old to learn to horse ride?

By: Katie Rose

Katie Rose — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:56:59 +0000

The great thing about riding is that you can start at nearly any age. My mom was 40 when she first started and it made no difference whatsoever. In fact I think starting at a more mature age has its advantages in some ways. You are more likely to be more receptive to the horse, and will pay closer attention to instructions and remember them. There are always things that you can do now that will get you prepared for riding in the future such as strengthening your leg muscles, working on flexibility, reading lots of books and watching videos.
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By: Ashley K

Ashley K — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:34:59 +0000

Nobody, not if your two forty two, is too young too love and ride a horse. Enough said.
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me

By: Moodygirl

Moodygirl — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:18:59 +0000

You are never to old if your health is good. I rode when I was a teenager and now I’m over 40 and learning to ride again. A bit of wisdom for women: You can do it all, just not all at once.
There is a time for everything if you want to do it.
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personal experience

By: Caitlyn Brooke mackay

Caitlyn Brooke mackay — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:38:59 +0000

No you wont be to old.
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By: Vicki J

Vicki J — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:03:59 +0000

No, you will not be too old. Find a good riding instructor that can teach you the proper way to ride. Also look for someone who can give you confidence, and is patient, and haas the proper tools for teaching a beginner. I know many people who have had lessons in their forties and did just fine. Decide what kind of riding you want to do such as pleasure riding, Western Riding, or English. My guess is that you would just like Pleasure riding. Good choice if that is indeed the route you want to take. But you should not have any problems with age standing in your way. Good luck and have fun.
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Lifelong horse racing enthusiast