When non-equestrians think of horseback riding, they tend to jump to horse racing which is the most familiar thing to them. They think of the Kentucky Derby, with little jockeys clinging to the backs of galloping horses. WHile racing is a big deal in the equestrian world, it's only a small category that makes up the bigger generalization. Horseback riding is a ton of different sports within a sport. Here's a few examples of the different types of riding:
The top is Racing, the middle is Show Jumping, which is what I personally participate in, and the bottom is Polo. Though these are just a few examples,and the list goes on and on. Theres: Equitation, Western, Cross Country, Fox Hunting, Hunters, Gymnastics, and many many more. Every single type of riding requires it's own need for athleticism and skill.
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