We got this horse 3 years ago when we bought his mother. He is 7 years old, but needs some work. He would be a great project for someone who has the time to gain his trust and can work him constantly. I would not recommend him as a kids horse. I am taking weekly lessons on him at my trainers at this point so we are working on ground manners and basic riding, but if you have the time he is a very lovable horse he just needs some expirience to help him learn. He is also a GREAT trail horse, just not the most focused in the ring.