ronnie007ronnie
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From a financial point of view what is more lucrative for riding stables: lessons and hacks or livery (inc working livery)?
question about riding stables
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metalmare
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I don't know but I would guess at livery...
Riding lessons means maintaining horses for the clients and the income I would guess can be a little unpredictable.
Some livery yards have waiting lists so there is perhaps a consistent income each month.
I'd imagine insurance is pricey for both.
Riding lessons means maintaining horses for the clients and the income I would guess can be a little unpredictable.
Some livery yards have waiting lists so there is perhaps a consistent income each month.
I'd imagine insurance is pricey for both.
ronnie007ronnie
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Thanks. Was just wondering if I switch from lessons/ hacks to keeping my own on working livery I would be causing stables to loose money.
metalmare
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Do you already have a horse?
Do what is right for you and your development / enjoyment I would say... if you are in any way involved in horses as a hobby you will be supporting the industry in lots of ways... there's always plenty of money changing hands
Do what is right for you and your development / enjoyment I would say... if you are in any way involved in horses as a hobby you will be supporting the industry in lots of ways... there's always plenty of money changing hands
ronnie007ronnie
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Do you already have a horse?
Do what is right for you and your development / enjoyment I would say... if you are in any way involved in horses as a hobby you will be supporting the industry in lots of ways... there's always plenty of money changing hands
No don't own yet, am thinking i'd like to as spending up to £100 a week going for 3/4 lessons and hacks a week! I really like my instructor though she's helped me gain a lot of confidence and think she relies on my money really so feel bad saying i'm getting my own which on working livery won't bring in as much for her.
metalmare
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Well, 3/4 lessons/hacks a week will surely help you progress as you'll have the benefit, I assume, of riding different horses and ponies and having instruction. Especially if you're gaining confidence! And ultimately, you don't have to worry about vets bills, finding time, holidays, etc. Sounds ideal
I have a pony but still have a fortnightly private lesson. On school masters I get to do nice flatwork or little show jumping courses - things that aren't yet possible on mine. My pony however teaches me to be brave! It's good to ride a range of horses and not get stuck with the style of just one.
I have a pony but still have a fortnightly private lesson. On school masters I get to do nice flatwork or little show jumping courses - things that aren't yet possible on mine. My pony however teaches me to be brave! It's good to ride a range of horses and not get stuck with the style of just one.
LJN
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I have my own horse and I have two or three lessons most weeks (unless we are out competing).
I know lessons are expensive, but I think it is very important to keep having lessons, even if you have your own horse. Speaking from experience, it is very easy to fall into bad habits, and very hard to correct them later!
I know lessons are expensive, but I think it is very important to keep having lessons, even if you have your own horse. Speaking from experience, it is very easy to fall into bad habits, and very hard to correct them later!