Jarred Mother back rides behind Jarred during the lesson in order to give him support. There are two volunteers or side walkers , one positioned on either side of the rider. The volunteers walk beside the horse during the lesson to ensure that the rider maintains their balance and as a safety precaution. The instructor may lead the lesson horse and give instruction or stand in the center of the schooling arena, if a third volunteer is available to lead the horse. This lesson is performed at a nice steady walk incorporating the use of serpentines, change of directions down the diagonal or center of the arena and large circles.
Hank never takes a false step.
Steady as a rock and concentrating on his work. It seems as if Hank understands how important his job is and to demonstrate his very best behavior. The hour passes very quickly and ends with a leisurely stroll around the outside stable grounds in the sunshine. A happy boy and his mother drive out of the stable yard gate. Next Wednesday they will return for another lesson.