Riding has a wide appeal to all age groups and abilities with many establishments offering opportunities for disabled people.
Riding instruction covers all standards in riding skills, jumping and dressage. Instruction is normally given in a menage area. Many establishments also offer indoor facilities.
Hacking provides opportunities for more experienced and ambitious riders whilst trekking is undertaken on ponies suitable for novices and the less adventurous. Both hacking and trekking allow the rider to enjoy the experience of travel on horseback.
In the Aberdeenshire area there are many recognised and approved riding schools and centres that offer a wide range of facilities and there are an increasing number of centres providing carriage driving facilities.
Some Duke of Edinburgh groups have participated in their expeditions on horseback.
Exemplar risk assessment: Horse Riding
Live Life Outdoors work in partnership with the following approved providers who deliver Horse Riding:
