King has been ridden by riders of different ages and experience levels and has consistently shown himself to be patient and forgiving. He has even been used for riding lessons with a special-needs student, where his quiet nature and willingness to take care of his rider made him an excellent fit. Our kids, ages 3 to 8, have trail ridden King alone on trails multiple times and on weekend camping trips. We have used King for some of our family to take their first trail rides, and experiences like these have helped us build so much confidence in him. King is, without a doubt, a confidence builder that his rider will love and grow with as he teaches them to ride.
For someone who is nervous, inexperienced, or simply looking for a horse they can relax with and enjoy, King is an exceptional confidence-builder. He does not get worked up over a rider making a mistake, and he is not the kind that feels like he is constantly looking for an excuse to react. He is quiet, sensible, and willing, and he gives his rider time to figure things out.
King has also been extensively trail ridden and has handled the obstacles and situations we have asked of him with confidence. He has crossed creeks and water, traveled up and down steep hills, stepped over logs, gone through mud and rocky terrain, crossed ditches, and ridden through thick brush. He is comfortable riding with a group and has been dependable out on the trail. He approaches new situations with the same sensible attitude that makes him such an enjoyable horse to be around.
King also has the smooth, comfortable gait you expect from a good Tennessee Walking Horse. He is a horse you can ride for hours without feeling like you have to constantly manage him. Just sit back and relax, and King will do the work. He holds his gait consistently and moves smoothly for any rider, as naturally gaited as any horse you will find.
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