Developed in the Middle Ages for women who wore dresses, sidesaddle riding remains a specialty niche today. It can be seen in disciplines like foxhunting, saddle seat, western pleasure, working equitation, and jumping. Some will ride aside for historical reenactments and parades. It garners quite the attention!

Sidesaddle Riding in Modern Times

This eye-catching duo represent their Portuguese culture with beautiful attire and tack. How lovely they are! Some will ride aside in working equation, which allows them to highlight traditional tack.

Can you imagine jumping while riding aside? This foxhunter looks so poised and elegant. They soar over the jump with ease.

This Lusitano and their rider are straight out of a fairy tale! What a whimsical and magical look.

Step into another world with this rider and horse. The rearing horse, the historical outfit, the snow... It's all so picturesque.

Did you know that you can show in sidesaddle classes? Here's the perfect example of some ladies showing their horses while riding aside. There are both English and western classes available.

For more information, check out the American Sidesaddle Association.

Whether sidesaddle riding is for you or not, we can all appreciate the beauty and historical charm of it!

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