LTK Horsemanship Center

04/09/2025

When you head out to work with the ponies and it's clearly nap time 🤣

04/04/2025

If you're not incorporating bodywork into your horse’s routine, I highly recommend it! Whether releasing tension, improving performance, or adding stretches, it is crucial for all ages. These animals are athletes and should be treated as such 🥰

And as you can see, pure relaxation (with Latte and Ginger waiting for their turn 🤣)

04/02/2025

A true artist, a horse lover, and a soul who brought stories to life. Ride free, Val Kilmer. Your legacy gallops on 🙏

03/31/2025

Happy 15th birthday to my Ginger girl. She's the sweetest (and sometimes spiciest) but simply the best horse ever! 🎂

03/28/2025

03/27/2025

MAKE-UP LESSONS:

🐴Magic -
🐴Rocky -
🐴Latte -

03/15/2025

Lesson ponies are worth their weight in gold 💗

03/09/2025

Please keep our sweet Rocky in your thoughts. Saturday evening, he started to fight something and is feeling under the weather. Still trying to figure out what is going on 😞

02/27/2025

We had some visitors at the farm today 🥰🦌

02/07/2025

Such cute new pony faces on the farm lately 🐴 🥰

01/26/2025

100% true, all of it!

I wish more people knew.....

It’s Not Just About Riding 🏇
When you sign up for riding lessons, you’re not just learning how to sit in a saddle.
Horseback riding is a fully immersive experience that involves groundwork, horse care, and communication with your horse. Learning communication, grooming, tacking, and care all help keep your horse happy and both horse and rider safe. You’re building a relationship, not just learning to ride.

Riding is Physical 💪
Riding is a full-body workout! You need balance, core strength, flexibility, and coordination. Strength and mobility are key to riding. Riding a horse is not as simple as it looks. It takes strength and stamina to maintain good posture to stay safe and execute aids properly.

It’s Inherently Dangerous ⚠️
Let’s be real—horses are big animals, and no matter how well-trained, they are still animals with their own thoughts, instincts, and reactions. Riding can be risky, and every rider should be prepared for that reality. Horses can spook, trip, or act unexpectedly, and that’s something every rider needs to understand when stepping into the saddle. Safety is a priority, but it’s an inherently risky activity.

Horses Have Their Own Personalities 🐴
Just like people, horses have their own personalities, quirks, and moods. Some are calm and patient, perfect for beginners. Others might be more spirited or shy. A horse’s temperament can change depending on the weather, their health, or even their relationship with the rider. It’s important to understand that riding isn’t just about controlling the horse—it’s about developing a bond with an animal that has its own feelings and needs.

The Cost of a Lesson Is Not Just Paying for the Instructor’s Time 💰
When you pay for a riding lesson, you're not just covering the instructor’s time. There are hidden costs behind the scenes: the horse’s care, feeding, grooming, equipment, insurance and the labor and supplies to upkeep the riding facility. Horses need a lot of attention, and riding schools have to cover a lot of expenses just to offer a safe, comfortable environment for riders and horses alike.

It Takes More Than 30-60 Minutes a Week to Be a Great Rider ⏱
Becoming a great rider takes dedication, practice, and time. It’s not just about the hour-long lesson once a week. To really improve, you need consistent practice, extra time spent with the horse, and a commitment to learning. It’s a journey that involves patience, persistence, and sometimes even setbacks. But the rewards are worth it: the feeling of riding with confidence, control, and trust in your horse is incredibly fulfilling.

What about you? What do you wish people knew?

01/10/2025

Ponies are all snuggled up in their blankets for the winter weather coming! Stay warm and safe out there ❄️

01/05/2025

Happy 18th birthday to our little guy, Magic!

01/01/2025

Happy birthday to our awesome dude, Rocky! Today, he is 20 years young!!! 🥰💙

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣