RIDING LESSONS AND EXERCISE PROGRAMS

•  Horse riding is a wonderful sport, enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities and whether you are a trail rider or a competitor, there is always something more to learn. Getting on a horse for the first time can be a daunting experience. The life-sized interactive Ruffian horse simulator is invaluable for introducing horse riding. The Racewood system is a tool for those that would benefit from the mechanical movement of a simulator and allows the instructor to work closely with the rider, enabling them to gain confidence and develop skills, with no need to be training a live horse at the same time, a huge distraction. The interactive 6-speeds options allow for a more immersive riding experience. 
• Parents will be assured that riding Ruffian is a safe way for their children to build confidence and strength so that they will be more effective and have more fun when riding real equines.  Ruffian is controlled by the rider or the instructor, or both. She is designed to be ridden like a real horse using leg aids and reins. Used correctly, simulators are safer than real horses (they don't have minds of their own) - they are very well behaved!
• Everything that is learned on the Ruffian simulator will be transferrable as muscle memory is developed during the sessions. When on a real horse, riders are then able to perform aids more instinctively rather than actively thinking about what to do, when. For the accomplished rider, it gives the opportunity to develop without having to train the horse at the same time. By including lessons on Ruffian in your routine, you can work on developing your position and technique and you will see your performance improve, while your partnership with a live horse will be greatly enhanced.

EQUICISE IN NEW MEXICO 

• If you want to gain fitness, improve technique and become a better rider – book a ride on Ruffian! She provides one-on-one aerobic and stretching combination exercises utilizing “Equicise” techniques on a Racewood Interactive simulator in an indoor setting. Equicise was developed in the UK. 
• Ruffian is life-sized – equivalent to riding a 15.2 hand adult horse. She moves in three gaits (6 speeds) – walk, trot and canter and in two different tempos.
• Your sessions are private, one-on-one in a climate controlled building; no flies, no distractions, no pressure! You set the pace, you set the tone, you reap the benefits. 
• Equicise exercise sessions are “vetted” by a physical therapist and an MD. 
• Individual sessions designed for riders including favorite music and unique exercises to fit your needs, specific muscle groups and strengthening goals.
• Jockeys, Exercise Riders or Hunter/Jumpers? Take the “Two-Point Challenge”! See if you can hold your two-point or hand-gallop position for a full 3 minutes!
  
• Why did we name our Racewood simulator Ruffian? Because she is a reminder of our love and support of the racing industry as well as the need to improve equine safety and management of our modern equine athletes.  

Please call for session packages and price. 575-228-0527 is landline office, no texting. Riders under 16 years of age shall wear protective headgear.

 250 lb weight limit. 

Melissa is SafeSport certified by the US Equestrian Federation. She has been a successful equitation and showmanship champion at national levels.