Decisions, decisions...

[Toz]

Hi all.
Bit of a conundrum at the mo, here goes...
I tried a new riding stable a couple of days ago, went for a lesson. I wanted to change because I want to help out and be more hands-on with horses, as I don't have one and have had problems with this at current stables.
It was lovely, very relaxed and friendly with nice people and I was able to turn out, which always makes a pleasant change! Because they didn't know how I ride, they put me on the golden oldie that must have taught hundreds to ride, but was an exhausting ride!! He had no energy and I ended up nearly falling off in despair! I don't feel like I gave the stables a chance, so I'm goon back next week to give it a go, and they said I would be on a different horse next time, which is great!!
I like my old instructor though, but she doesn't move around.
What are your thoughts? Give it another go? I don't know!!!!

 

[atropa]

Definitely go back and give the new school another try! Slow and lazy horses have just as much to teach as forward going ones Some horses respond better to different aids, eg voice, seat, or maybe to your leg aids but in a different place eg just behind the girth. It's all about figuring out each horses individual buttons. If you like your old instructor, why not try having a lesson at each school per week if you can afford it, or even alternating schools every week and asking if the new one needs a bit of extra help on the days you're not riding?

 

[Toz]

Thanks! I did think that I should definitely go back and try it! New stables has the advantage of being £7 cheaper than current so I want to give it a proper go before deciding! Thank you for your advice, and I like the alternating idea thanks very much

 

[9tails]

It's always great to have hands on experience with horses, my riding school gave me the confidence to buy my own. Something I wouldn't have had if I'd only been allowed to ride. Riding schools won't give you the ex racer nutter until they think you can handle it.