Listen to your instructor, always wear a helmet, leave lots a space between your horse and other horses.
where a riding hat
protect your head with a riding hat
Don't let the horse get away with disobeying you just because you don't want it mad at you. The horse will get over it and you will both have a stronger relationship than if you let the horse have the control.
well it really depends on what type of horse riding catigory. Western, dressage ot English
Different places have different rules. Check with your local licensing authority.
It depends on what you mean. You can use whips and spurs and in some cases martingales, but it depends on the specific rules of the sport.
There are several safety rules:1. Ensure that the horse is properly tacked up, comfortable, and of course trained for riding.2. Ensure that you, the rider are wearing proper safety gear, this includes a helmet and proper boots.3. Ensure that there is another person aware that you are riding, where you are going and when you'll be back.
There certainly are! Here are some of the most basic rules for an arena. When mounting your horse, either mount outside the arena or in the middle, if someone is riding in the middle, simply mount in an out of the way place. Do not ever lunge a horse in an arena when there are others riding. Do not ever tie a horse inside the arena, most public arenas have other places that are suitable to tie horses at. Do not use up the whole arena, I know this sounds like a no-brainer, but you would be surprised at how many people come into an arena that someone was using first and hog the whole thing. If you and another rider are riding in opposite directions and need to pass each other, pass so that you are left side to left side, so your left shoulder and their left shoulder will be next to each other while passing, this rule (left side to left side, or left shoulder to left shoulder) will let you know who needs to stay close to the wall and who needs to move their horse over. If you are riding in the same direction and you need to pass their horse, do so on the inside (closer to the middle of the arena) and say, somewhat loudly, something along the lines of "Passing on the inside". Make sure that you know the rules of the arena that you are riding in. If you follow these rules closely you should be good to go :-)
legally speaking im sure it varies from place to place pretty sure its bad for the horse's feet though, animal lover's rule of thumb is stay off the pavement whenever possible
Always wear bright colors and use reflective strips whenever you can. Make sure the horse is used to traffic. And usually just use the same rules you would for a pedestrian and car driver.
rules of watering horses
Always wear appropriate safety gear such as a helmet and boots. Mount and dismount the horse carefully and calmly. Communicate clearly with the horse using body language and cues. Always be aware of your surroundings and remain in control of the horse at all times.