Equitation
/ˌekwɪˈteɪʃn/
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Pro Tip 1/3Specific Context
Used specifically for discussing the ability to ride horses, not other activities. 
The equestrian center offers courses to improve your equitation.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Riding
Implies knowledge of techniques and forms, not just the act of being on a horse. 
She's taking equitation lessons to master different riding styles.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality Aspect
A formal word often used in professional or sporting contexts rather than casual conversation. 
Participants are judged on their equitation and control of the horse.
Compare with
Horsemanship
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