Hobby Horse for Kids – Getting Started with Hobby Horse Riding

Hobby horse riding has become one of the most popular leisure activities for children in Sweden. It combines physical activity, creativity, and competition—and best of all, it’s easy to get started.

Why is hobby horse riding so popular among children?

It’s a sport that’s easy to understand but hard to master, where kids get to be physically active, use their imagination, and even work on their own hobbyhorse.

Here’s how your child can get started:

Get a hobby horse —either a ready-made one or one you make yourselves.
Practice the basics at home —riding, jumping over obstacles, and balancing.
Enter a beginner’s competition —there are often classes for beginners where everyone receives a prize.

Equipment

Comfortable clothing and a helmet.
At competitions: make sure you have the right horse rosettes for the awards ceremony.

Competitions for Children

Many local and national events feature hobby horse classes for children. See our Hobby Horse Competition Guide and Hobby Horse Classes.

A rosette to be proud of

Receiving a rosette after their first competition is a big deal for a child. Check out our selection of Horse Rosettes and Theme Rosettes for colorful, affordable options.