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Western Horseback Riding vs English – what’s the difference? Part 2

Jane Horseback Riding August 2, 2021August 20, 2021English Horse Riding, horse riding, horseback riding, how to learn horse riding, western horse riding, Western horseback riding

Western horseback riding is a riding style that has developed on the ranches in North America. Western horseback riding and English horseback riding are extremely similar in that the primary skills are much the same. If you are skilled in one of the styles, you will have many skills for the other style. To read more check out Part 1 of this series.

Western VS English Horse Riding – What’s The Difference? Part 1

Jane Horse Gear, Horseback Riding March 28, 2021August 20, 2021English Horse Riding, horseback riding, western horse riding

When someone begins to learn about horseback riding, they will soon find out that the sport is divided into two main camps: English horse riding and Western horse riding.

Knowing the difference between the two riding styles is necessary when deciding which one you may be interested in. In part one of this series we delve into the distinctions, keeping in mind that it is entirely possible to do both! Click here for part 2!