The Difference Between English and Western Riding

is expected to travel low smoothly and very consistently. Here are the differences in each gait.
Walk Very similar for both English and Western TrotJog A jog is very smooth relaxed and slightly faster than a walk. The jog is useful for following herds of cattle. Riders sit a jog and do not post. In English riding the trot is posted unless a sitting trot is required in the show ring. This is one of the largest differences in who English riders ride compared to western riders. A faster trot is however posted or ridden at twopoint when riding western CanterLope The Western lope is a slow relaxed canter. English riders will learn that the canter can be very elevated extended or collected with many variations in speed depending on the specific discipline or style.
Attire
The most distinctive element of western riding is the traditional western hat. A comfortable shirt jeans and westernstyle boots complete the look. Many Western riders opt to wear sporty looking helmets even when showing.
English riders wear a traditional style hunt cap or helmet. A fitted jacket shirt jodhpurs or breeches and jodhpur boots or tall boots complete the English riders habit.
The Basics of What Youll Need to Know
Western riders will learn how to neck rein. English riders will ride with a rein in each hand and post the trot. There are many different skills you will need to learn if you plan to compete. Youll need to learn to braid or band a mane pull a tail and other grooming details depending on what you are competing in.
English and Western Riding Disciplines
After learning the basics of either style there are many sports you can try. These are just a few