First riding lesson: what do I need to consider?

Question

Hey, I'm 14 years old and I'm having my first riding lesson soon and I'm really nervous.

First of all, about my clothes. Since I don't have any leggings or jeans or anything like that, I just bought a used pair of riding breeches and I'm afraid they'll think I'm trying to show off or something. It's the same with boots. I bought cheap boots for €30 because I don't have any heels or rubber boots. Plus, I don't know how I'm supposed to behave or anything. On top of that, I've already had three years of experience with horses, so I know how to lead them, groom them, handle them, communicate with them, and all that. But I've never ridden a horse before.

Does anyone have any tips or something for me so I'm not so nervous, since a horse can sense your mood? Thanks in advance!

mrslowhand129 · Answer

Riding pants and boots are perfect. What shouldn't be right? Just stay calm. Everything's fine. Have fun

elektroniker115 · Answer

the horse doesn't really realize how to get on it and you don't have to worry about it. the loser is the better the horse. but the teachers will know how to teach. you don't need any fear.

and always behave. by the horse many fall and that hurts.

punkgirl512 · Answer

What are you wearing if no leggings or jeans? Really, a wardrobe without jeans? xD

But it's completely okay to buy used riding pants and cheap boots.

It's easy for you to ride and relax. They won't put you on the most nervous school horse 😉

superb18 · Answer

You're perfectly prepared. Better than most beginners. Listen well and ask. This is a hobby and should be fun!

baroque · Answer

When I was old, I didn't have jeans. At the time, they moved to what cousins ​​and cousins ​​had grown out and Jeans weren't there. Trousers and skirts for school, jogging pants and short sports pants for sports. The old fabric pants were then working and riding pants.