Riding clubs typically offer 30 to 50-minute lessons per session. For those considering learning horseback riding, some may feel these lessons are too long, while others might worry that short lessons won’t help them master skills. Additionally, some people are unsure about what they will actually learn at a riding club, which can make them … Read more
Have you ever been amazed by the excellent hearing or wide visual field of horses? Hearing and vision are among the five senses, or sensory functions, that animals possess. It is said that all animals develop certain functions to adapt to their living environments. Therefore, humans also have these five senses, but the degree of … Read more
Have you ever heard that horseback riding can be healing? Have you ever felt the impulse to ‘ride a horse!’ or ‘start horseback riding!’? What sparks this urge? Maybe you want to ‘ride a horse like in movies or TV,’ ‘find a new hobby,’ or ‘improve your health.’ Did you know that horseback riding has … Read more
Many people might think that horse breeds are limited to Thoroughbreds and Ponies, but in fact, there are over 200 different breeds worldwide. In this article, we’ll introduce some of the most famous horse breeds from around the globe. Main Horse Breeds Throughout history, horses have been selectively bred and categorized into various breeds based … Read more
Among those who enjoy horseback riding, some may have thought about turning their passion into a profession. In Japan, careers involving horseback riding include riding instructors at equestrian clubs and jockeys in horse racing, but the mounted police unit also offers a profession that leverages horseback riding skills. When hearing about mounted police units in … Read more
If you love animals, you might have wondered about horseback riding at least once. However, riding is often perceived as a refined sport and tends to be somewhat expensive as a hobby, so it’s not always easy to start immediately after becoming interested. Once you decide to learn, you will need to prepare membership fees … Read more
Have you seen the JRA-produced promotional video for equestrian sports titled ‘TOGETHER! The World’s Equestrianism is Coming’? The song featured in this commercial is ‘Welcome One.’ This time, we’ve compiled information about MISIA, the singer of this support song for equestrian sports, and the feelings embedded in the song. New CM Song Supporting JRA’s Equestrian … Read more
When looking at a horse’s profile, you might notice unfamiliar terms like bay or chestnut. Since these terms are followed by ‘coat,’ it’s easy to guess they refer to the horse’s hair or fur. However, many such terms like ‘roan’ or ‘grey’ don’t immediately evoke an image of what the horse looks like. In reality, … Read more
History of Baji Park Do you know about Baji Park in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo? When you think of Baji Park, what comes to mind? A large sports stadium? Or perhaps the Olympic venue where events were held? Baji Park is a hub for the promotion of horse riding operated by the Japan Racing Association (JRA). … Read more
Although the term ‘equestrian’ encompasses many sports where a rider and horse work as one, only four disciplines—show jumping, dressage, eventing, and endurance—are officially recognized by the Japan Equestrian Federation. In this article, we will explore the disciplines recognized by the World Equestrian Federation: Western, Carriage, and Light riding! Western Sports Overview of Western Sports … Read more
