Horse riding

By: Roger Tell Albaiges,

Jordi Navàsand

Marc Pons

• History• What is horse riding?• Equipment• Riders should wear• Means of identification• Tail ribbons

Index

The Irish have a deep love for everything related to horses. It is

said that horse racing is a "sport of kings." In Celtic times, the law

"Brehona" dictated that the races should remain exclusively a

privilege of the "princes and sons of the nobility.“

Nowadays Horse riding holidays and horse riding comfortably

accommodate riders of all levels and there's always the possibility

of holiday caravans of horses, much quieter activity.

History

What is horse riding?

• Horse riding is the art of maintaining precise control over a horse, and the different  ways to handle it. Horsemanship also involves knowledge to care for horses and the use of appropriate equipment.

Halter, tether, bridle of work Seat or saddle, protectors and whip.

Equipmet:

HALTER

SADDLE

PROTECTORS

Jodhpurs, riding breeches or riding tights, with chaps, suitable foul weather clothing is permitted. Hi-Viz clothing is encouraged.It is recommended that riders wear shirts with sleeves and a collar.

Riders should wear

• A rider shall wear a means of identification that is visibly attached to their person.This should clearly identify any special needs that may apply in an emergency. A record of medical information may be left with the Ride Secretary in a sealed envelope, which should only be opened by an Official in the case of an emergency.

Means of identification

• Wearing tail ribbons is recommended in certain circumstances.

• Red indicates that a horse is nervous or bad tempered when other horses come too close to their hindquarters.

• Green should be used if the horse is young and /or a novice.

• Blue is mandatory for a stallion.

Tail Ribbons