not for the absolute begginer although lollie is the sweetest little thing she will go all day.very athletic girl she will not buck bolt bite or kick.we brought lollie for my daugter but now she has moved on to a bigger horse if we could have leg extensions put on we would not be selling her.this pony is only to go to the best of homes as that is what she deserves.she would make the best led pony as she will trot along side the leader and once the rider has the confidence she will go on her own.