Level One

* Classes are taught by student peer instructors

 

080R Basic Horsemanship I

This class will meet twice a week for seven weeks. In this class you will learn basic ground handling procedures, such as catching, haltering, and basic grooming. You will also learn how to saddle, bridle and mount your horse. Once on the horse, you will be taught correct balance, posture and be able to maneuver your horse around the arena. You will also learn the different gaits (speeds) of a horse, and how to ride the horse while in these gaits.

081R Basic Horsemanship II

This class will meet twice a week for seven weeks. Before starting this class, it is expected that you are able to do all the things taught in Basic Horsemanship I confidently.  In Basic Horsemanship II we will improve those skills and refine your communication with the horse. We will introduce leg pressure, and work on your ability to do patterns on the horse.

(If you have never ridden a horse before, please sign up for Basic I.)