Top Recreation Stores in Chandler, AZ 85225
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Koli Equestrian Center
By donnadesai January 03, 2013
My husband and I took our two children 7 ...read more
Airworx
By Jenny J. at Judy's Book June 19, 2011
Good: We loved everything about it, great staff, location, price, be sure to visit website for savings before you go, for more savings. It's an awesome place for fun, indoors perfect for summer time fun. Perfect for field trips or youth gro... ...read more
Devil Dog Boxing
By Ali Jr. July 16, 2009
I love it hear! The best boxing gym in Arizona! ...read more
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How Long Does It Take To Learn Horseback Riding?
With the investment having been made in horseback riding lessons, equipment and related expenses, parents often wonder how long it will actually take their child to learn to ride a horse. The most honest answer to the question is that actual mastery of the sport is really a journey that occurs over the course of a lifetime and riders will learn from a combination of their instructors, horses and peers. A simple way to look at the answer to this question is to consider a mix of four criteria that include: Ability to respond to coaching Individual talent Rider confidence and Desired level of proficiency Through a combination of lessons, time spent around horses and simple off-horse exercises your child will be actively learning how to ride. A rider's ability to respond to coaching is one of the first key benchmarks in learning to ride. With a myriad of directions and instructions regarding position, technique and control, riders often feel overwhelmed at the onset. However, with patience, your child will soon be subconsciously responding to many of the initial directives without even a fleeing thought. While initial lessons will be held on the lunge line, your child will quickly progress to private lessons and ultimately a group situation. Through these steps you can safely say, your child is learning to ride and before long, your child's instructor will be focusing on new techniques as they progress to the next level of accomplishment. Ultimately, you should recognize as with so many other things in life, that riders progress at their own levels and it is important to realize that proficiency in the saddle comes from a combination of lessons, practice and experience. Learn more about horseback riding lessons and other fun equestrian activities at Koli Equestrian Center in Chandler, Arizona! ...read more
By Koli Equestrian Center April 20, 2011
How Horseback Riding Enriches Kid's Life
One of the best ways for kids to stay active and to learn discipline is to participate in horseback riding lessons, such as at the Koli Equestrian Center in Chandler, Arizona. Most kids love the idea of spending time with an animal, and horses hold a special mystic for kids because they are such large, gentle animals that can offer companionship as well as sport. There are a number of great benefits to horseback riding. First, kids get a great workout. It can be tough nowadays to get kids moving because so many technological things distract them and because they are kept busy with their schoolwork. In many schools, physical education and recess are on the chopping block. If you are worried about your child not getting enough physical exercise, horseback riding might be the right way to get them moving and having fun outdoors. Taking riding lessons in anything creates a feeling of self-discipline. Having to practice and improve the longer you do something is a great way to build good habits that will last a lifetime. The challenge for parents is finding ways to encourage kids to practice their skills. With horseback riding, it is fairly easy because kids who ride love getting out there and playing with their horse. Unlike practicing an instrument or other indoor activity, riding feels a lot like play, making practice sessions stress-free and fun. Your child will also get a chance to socialize while riding, allowing them to meet kids around their same age with the same interests they have. While your child will have friends from school and from their class, it is a great idea to broaden their horizons with friends outside of their usual social circle. Taking lessons will help them do this. Finally, horseback riding is a great chance to bond with an animal. If you are a pet-free family due to allergies or maintenance, horseback riding exposes your child to an animal outside of the home. They will have a chance to learn the responsibility of caring for another creature and they will have the benefit of companionship with an animal. Along with lessons, Koli Equestrian Center also offers horseback rides and other activities. ...read more
By Koli Equestrian Center April 18, 2011
Traditional Boxing Training!
Randy Robles has taken his years of competitive amateur boxing experience coupled with thousands of rounds spent sparring with the nation's best amateurs, professionals and a few world champs to develop the best boxing training system anywhere. You do not have to be a competitive boxer to train like one. Whether you are focused on boxing competitively or recreationally we will train and prepare you with circuit training; coordination and conditioning exercises; drills on the heavy bag, speed bag and double-end bag; and one on one work with a trainer in the ring. ...read more
By Devil Dog Boxing July 21, 2009