1. Saddling a horse is good physical exercise
2. Learning to ride, builds confidence and self-esteem. It teaches the rider how to deal with their fears and doubts.
3. Learning to communicate with horses and gaining their tust is an immensely satisfying and fulfilling achievement
4. Sharing an interest in horse-related activities such as horse-racing enables family members to spend quality time with one another – great family therapy
5. Taking care of horses (horse-handling) teaches you valuable lessons about ownership, responsibility, and respect for another living creature’s well –being.
If you could choose any age, to stay in for the rest of your life, which would it be?