In an indoor or outdoor horse riding school who has the right of way?

Answer 1

The person who has the highest gait (going the fastest) has right of way. If a rider is jumping obstacles, that rider has right of way over those riding on the flat (not jumping). Beginner or novice riders are sometimes given right of way by more advanced riders so that the beginner or novice can concentrate on what he or she is doing. When riders are going the same direction, the rider in front has the right of way. If another rider wants to pass, the rider who is passing should pass on the inside (towards the center of the arena). If riders are going opposite directions, opinions vary as to how to pass one another ... traditionally riders pass "right hand to right hand", going back to the tradition of riders sheathing swords on their left sides. Nowadays, some riders pass on each others' left sides, much like driving a car in the USA and other countries. Communication is always key to avoiding an incident. To avoid confusion, especially when riding with people you don't know, you should politely announce where you are going so that others can yield right of way. Do not yell, or you might spook a horse. == ==