Have you ever received feedback from your instructor about your riding posture while riding? Maybe you’ve heard phrases like ‘focus on your core,’ ‘sit tall on your sit bones,’ or ‘maintain your posture.’ In daily life, maintaining the same posture for extended periods is uncommon. During a typical riding lesson that lasts 30 minutes to … Read more
When thinking of traditional Japanese horseback riding styles, the image of shooting targets with a bow while riding a horse — known as ‘Yabusame’ — likely comes to mind first. However, Japanese-style horsemanship encompasses many other techniques as well. In this article, we introduce various aspects of Japanese-style horsemanship, including gear, typical riding styles, and … Read more
It’s Better to Start Early if You Aim to Become a Sports Athlete… There are various reasons why people start horseback riding, such as admiring a cool horse or unforgettable travel experiences. Most start on their own volition. Some children begin as extracurricular activities from a young age. If you’re a parent wondering whether your … Read more
People who have never taken part in sports before might be hearing the term ‘sports insurance’ for the first time. If you’re starting horseback riding, is it better to get sports insurance? This article introduces the necessity, overview, and main types of sports insurance. What Is Sports Insurance? Is horseback riding a sport that requires … Read more
For those who have settled into raising their children or retired from their jobs, the next phase of life often becomes a leisurely time to enjoy recreation. Many people look forward to traveling, engaging in hobbies, or pondering what new experiences to try, feeling excited about the future. Some may love physical activity and consider … Read more
Are you tired of strenuous exercises for weight loss? How many people have experienced dieting in the past? Many pursue dieting with the goal to lose weight, while others do it out of health concerns. Methods include stringent food restrictions, intense workouts, and fasting, which can be physically and mentally demanding. Often, even after achieving … Read more
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
