Cooper is a wonderful horse for any rider. he is easy and safe for beginners and still fun enough for the more experienced. He has lots of show mileage from short stirrup to mini medal. Has done eq., hunters, and jumpers at 2'6". he has auto changes, not spooky, good on trails. he has been in lesson program and done summer camp for last 4 years. My 7yr old daughter rides him easily on the flat and to the jumps. easy keeper and a nice personality. Will go western also.