Horse Riding

Horse riding, when taught as an academic subject in specialized schools like Nalanda and other equestrian academics in India, integrates structured lessons into the curriculum, often as part of physical education. Classes typically begin with classroom lectures on horse care, safety protocols, equestrian fundamentals and the horse-rider relationship, followed by hands-on practice including grooming, tacking up, mounting, basic gaits (walk, trot, canter), balance exercises to build skills progressively from beginner to advanced levels. This approach emphasizes not only technical riding proficiency but also life skills like discipline, responsibility, empathy through verbal and non-verbal horse communication, and physical benefits such as improved coordination, core strength, and focus with school horses provided for shared use. Evaluation involves skill demonstrations, practical assessment, ensuring students can enjoy riding while meeting curriculum safety standards.