How I teach riding lessons

How I teach riding lessons http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html When I teach riding, I take each rider’s unique capabilities and experience level into account. Below, though, are some photos that give a better idea of what I do with students, along with some of my thoughts. Most of the photos show children riding, but the concepts are the same, whether I’m teaching children or adults. You can also read about my teaching in the press. I teach mainly one-on-one because I can have the most impact that way. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#0 5b0fa2a4-6d9a-4ac2-ac22-4df94b7e2344 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4317/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4317/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">I teach mainly one-on-one because I can have the most impact that way. </p></div></div> Proper riding is what I strive for in all my pupils. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#1 9625ccfe-af77-4305-bae8-326921921b22 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4869/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4869/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">Proper riding is what I strive for in all my pupils. </p></div></div> Adults learn quickly. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#2 07d81317-d17f-4690-b993-55f839ce7c66 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5540/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5540/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">Adults learn quickly. </p></div></div> Longeing allows students to focus on things like balance. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#3 dc9b88e7-2cb4-4873-9705-0be1afdbbeec http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5010/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5010/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">Longeing allows students to focus on things like balance. </p></div></div> I begin jumping early since it encourages using the proper riding skills. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#4 95e52a93-d9b3-4db9-9237-b29e489a80d6 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5705/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5705/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">I begin jumping early since it encourages  using the proper riding skills. </p></div></div> I vary the lessons, providing a wide range of situations in which to learn and apply the skills learned. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#5 3034f41d-298f-4d9c-a5be-ab8e5a4e0b26 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4600/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4600/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">I vary the lessons, providing a wide range of situations in which to learn and apply the skills learned. </p></div></div> Students are encouraged to do things they are ready for, even if they aren’t sure! http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#6 3f9bfc84-7336-4308-a9da-7401e0e5115d http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4879/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4879/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">Students are encouraged to do things they are ready for, even if they aren’t sure!</p></div></div> One-on-one teaching is also about making the pupil feel confident, not only about riding, but also about other things in life. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#7 1c1139e1-409a-4d96-a20f-9798006174b6 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4213/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4213/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">One-on-one teaching is also about making the pupil feel confident, not only about riding, but also about other things in life. </p></div></div> Teaching in pairs sometimes gets the best out of both pupils. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#8 14dc2abd-7948-488e-a4ea-70401fae2dc0 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4819/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4819/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">Teaching in pairs sometimes gets the best out of both pupils.</p></div></div> Pairs teaching requires the riders to watch each other and control their horses movements precisely. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#9 b8a02738-1e5c-4c66-8e7e-9c7f58741a1f http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4691/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4691/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">Pairs teaching requires the riders to watch each other and control their horses movements precisely. </p></div></div> A dressage arena is an excellent way to develop precision in riding. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#10 aedb75e8-e03e-45da-bb7b-56da04696ece http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4306/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4306/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">A dressage arena is an excellent way to develop precision in riding. </p></div></div> I train the horses myself to make sure, regardless of background, they accept the commands my riders give http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#11 efa1f4f0-9308-466d-afee-b779fd89f770 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/3ACD1FD8144BA04864F497EA6467/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/3ACD1FD8144BA04864F497EA6467/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">I train the horses myself to make sure, regardless of background, they accept the commands my riders give</p></div></div> In the end, it’s about having a good time, learning new things and developing confidence - for riding and for life. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#12 70e8d26e-6fa2-4c91-80b7-f2a71a7d8dc1 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4257/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_4257/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">In the end, it’s about having a good time, learning new things and developing confidence - for riding and for life. </p></div></div> I will have small shows for my students from time to time http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#13 929b9066-48af-4453-9e2e-f2ab9fb4b0b8 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/AC73DDCB1170C8201B0DA2F75057/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/AC73DDCB1170C8201B0DA2F75057/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">I will have small shows for my students from time to time</p></div></div> Making a difference -- it’s what I enjoy. http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#14 bc30107e-14b3-475f-a32f-0f1e5a1f9a03 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5958/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/IMG_5958/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">Making a difference -- it’s what I enjoy. </p></div></div> And my pupils enjoy it, too http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach.html#15 bff6aeea-d152-4bc2-8aa1-82d2eab29fe2 http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/droppedImage/thumb.jpg http://www.amandahaines.com/AmandaHaines/How_I_teach_files/Media/droppedImage/micro.jpg <div style="padding: 0px; " class="image_cluster_layout_style_default_External_258_64"><div class="image_cluster_layout_style_default"><p style="padding-bottom: 0pt; padding-top: 0pt; " class="Caption">And my pupils enjoy it, too</p></div></div>