Riding programs: LAPSTA

Rancho La Paz - Beginners Program

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Discover your passion for horseback riding in a relaxed atmosphere amidst beautiful scenery on our amazing Andalusian horses. At Rancho La Paz instruction in safe ground handling and riding are taught in small group settings. Our horses are reliable and experienced trail horses and you'll build faith in them immediately. Many guests have returned year after year to Rancho La Paz following this introduction to horseback riding. Some have even participated in one of the long Southern Andalusia riding tours that are organized by the ranch as well.
The good news: You only ride at a walk or canter. The way of riding is a simpler version of the western riding - very comfortable for horse and rider while hacking out. The very comfortable Spanish saddles give you a firm seat. Maybe you can't impress an experienced rider after this one week, but you have had a lot of fun and what is most important, you will have gained faith and confidence on horseback!

Before you mount your horse on the first day, the basics are covered. You get an introduction about the general handling of horses. How you approach a horse to gain its trust; how it reacts. The saddles are shown and explained to you. Then you're ready to mount your horse for the first time. If you are a bit afraid you have the possibility to start by riding in the arena where you will be surprised that it doesn't take so much to communicate with horses. After a few rounds at a walking pace you get a feeling for the basic aids. How and why a horse turns in different directions... As soon as you feel confident on your horse in the arena you are ready to discover the surroundings of the ranch on easy trails. Out in the countryside you're suddenly a lot more relaxed. You enjoy the beautiful scenery and learn very easily how to go with the movements of your horse.

Ride up the mountain to a lookout and then down the other side and you'll know how a horse moves. Every day the rides are extended and become more interesting. The trails are chosen according to your skills and confidence. But there's no need to worry - your horse also looks after you, forgiving small mistakes.



For more information:
info@rancho-la-paz.com

 
   


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