Private lessons

PRIVATE lessons at Jarošův statek

Instructor: Ester Soukupová

Project: My Friend the Horse

Focus: beginners and improving riders.

Lessons on offer

Groundwork and natural horsemanship

• building mutual trust between person and horse,
• understanding the horse's body language,
• the basics of natural horsemanship and safe handling.

Riding lessons

• good posture and a correct seat,
• using the aids at all paces,
• developing balance and coordination,
• guiding the horse with your seat and body,
• reading the horse's body language,
• learning to listen to the horse and use soft, appropriate aids.

Back in the saddle
These lessons are for riders who have had a fall, nervous beginners and riders struggling with anxiety. They also suit anyone who needs a calm, one-to-one approach.

Together we focus on:

• gradually rebuilding confidence in yourself and in the horse,
• breathing exercises and relaxing in the saddle,
• simple exercises for stability, confidence and security,
• walks with the horse in hand,
• groundwork, grooming, stroking and building a bond with the horse,
• time with the horse tailored to each client's needs and wishes.

Every lesson goes at a calm pace, with respect for both person and horse. The aim is not just to learn to ride, but above all to understand the horse, build a strong bond and gain confidence that lasts.

Instructor: Karin Malinová

Project: Jezdecký kroužek Ostrava (Ostrava Riding Club)

Focus: beginners and advanced riders.

These lessons are for anyone who wants to keep improving their riding and is interested not only in leisure riding but also in competitive disciplines – show jumping and dressage.

Lessons focus on:

a correct seat and use of the aids,

correct guidance and control of the horse,

bending, straightening and preparing the horse for work,

developing the rider's balance,

understanding why we use each aid and how the horse responds,

riding different horses independently and adapting to their individual needs,

developing feel and the ability to think while riding,

gradually mastering more demanding exercises,

preparation for competitive riding, show jumping and dressage competitions.

The aim is to teach riders to think for themselves when working with a horse, prepare the horse properly for riding, understand its reactions and gradually develop their skills towards more demanding exercises and competitive riding.