English styles of riding predate western riding. As a result, English riding is practiced all over the world, but western riding is almost exclusive to the US and N. America.
You post in English riding because English riding is a "cleaner" type of riding where Western it is more of a leisurely ride.
We have no idea because horseback riding has always been part of history. No one can say for sure.
Yes, it would be beneficial for someone who has always ridden Western and never English to start in a Beginner class for English riding. English riding techniques and tack are different from Western, so starting at a beginner level can help them learn the new skills and become comfortable with the different riding style. It's better to start at a level that matches their experience to ensure they learn the fundamentals properly.
There is western riding (gaming, western pleasure) and English riding (dressage, jumpers, hunter jumper, Polo, and English pleasure).
English pleasure is a generic term for what is more commonly referred to as Saddle Seat riding.
The Charles Owen Helmets are the new "style" in English Riding.
Most people start jumping after they canter in a English saddle. There is no age limit, it is when you are ready to jump. You usually start small and work your way up with the right horse/pony.
Western. I've been riding quite a bit and i think English on ponies is for people more advanced in riding. Then for new comers.
mark todd had his first horse named nugget
No. Slip-on spurs are common in English riding.
It's Pontiac that's your problem.