I have only been riding for around 7 months (once a week, if that) before this I rode when I was around 12 years old. I have now got a Fresian X on share 3 days a week, he is a rescue horse but is a real sweetheart if a little spooky. I'm finding it really hard to get the confidence to go into canter, I am worried that I will have zero control and he will just take off with me. I have cantered in the past but never confidently. I don't know how to gain confidence doing this if I'm too

thank you so much for your advise. I've only just come across this website and it's nice to be able to turn to people who have been there, done that so to speak... I really appreciate the reply.. and you said pretty much what i knew i needed to hear. Lessons! I am really going to pull my finger out, as there are some beautiful rides out around me and I'm desperate to be able to be able to do them for the summer! Thanks again!