LEVEL 2

This level rider will have a general knowledge of horsemanship. You will have experience with horses, know how to cobntrol a horse on the ground, and properly care for a horse. As a rider you are learning to follow the horse's movements, maintaining your balance so a not to interfere with the horse, and not use your rein for balance. You have basic knowledge of leg and rein aids, and have good control of a horse at a walk, but sometimes need to slow down at a trot or canter to regain control. You can ride unassisted in a group. You have basic knowledge of tack and equipment, their proper uses and how they work.