People think of kids learning to balance and steer while trotting around in helmets when they picture horseback riding lessons. However, horseback riding is not only for kids — riding is a lifetime skill and love that can be begun at any age. Pathways on Pleasure Valley offers a safe and inclusive space for adult beginners, encouraging you to build your riding ability and solidify the unique bond between you and your horse.
1. It’s Never Too Late to Learn a New Skill
Horseback riding is a skill that appeals to all age groups. Even if you are already in your 30s, 50s or more, you can learn at your own pace. With our low student-to-instructor ratio, your lessons will be customized for you by a seasoned instructor, guaranteeing you always feel self-assured from the first day.
2. Riding Improves Physical Fitness
Not only is it fun, but riding is a full-body workout! You get a core workout, your balance is challenged, your flexibility increases, and you get to enjoy nature all at the same time. Horseback riding is highly motivating for many adults compared to a gym routine.
3. It’s a Powerful Stress Reliever
Although life is stressful, working with horses is incredibly soothing. The breathing, the air, and the closeness to both nature and your horse can help dissolve stress, transforming a ride into a mental escape.
4. Horses Teach Patience and Mindfulness
In a world that is constantly moving, horseback riding may take it slow. It teaches you the importance of patience, and it enhances your empathy and presence of mind. Horses respond to calm, clear communication far beyond the arena.
5. The Pathways on Pleasure Valley Experience
At Pathways on Pleasure Valley, our goal is for horseback riding lessons to be fun, safe & meaningful for adults of every riding level. We have the best horses, the best trails, and the friendliest instructors, so there’s no pressure, just progress and pleasure.
Final Thoughts
There is so much more to learn about horseback riding, so do not let fear or hesitation keep you on the sidelines. A self-transformation journey that adds power, connects you with nature and changes your life significantly in a positive manner. Whether you dream of learning a new pastime, keeping yourself active in a playfully interested manner or yearn for that moment of peace away from the hustle & bustle of everyday life, Pathways on Pleasure Valley provides an ideal start. Backed by our gentle and well-trained horses, not to mention experienced instructors, you will be led the whole way as you mount up; welcome an adventure and discover one uniquely unrepeatable moment in time from horseback.