| B. Equestrian Riding Academy "Learning about horses from the ground up." |
B. Equestrian Riding Academy provides young people to learn a wide variety of equestrian and life skills. We focus on learning safe, sound, and practical fundamental riding and husbandry skills for children 4 years old and up. Our young rider programs 4-6 year olds may begin in our young rider programs. Lessons last for a 1/2 hour and include in saddle as well as ground skills. A typical riding lesson would include ground skills such proper care of horse, care of tack and equipment, and placement of tack, etc. In addition riding skills will be taught at students pace and place an emphasis on balance, respect for horse, self and team mates, mastery of basic horsemanship skills and lots of fun. B. Equestrian Riding Academy Students may join the riding academy upon turning 7 years of age no matter what riding level they are at. Lessons are often taught in a group setting of no more than 3 children. Lessons last for 1 hour. Students are required to learn ground skills such as independent leading, proper tacking and un-tacking of horses. Riding skills range from beginner to advanced in the Academy but students will be placed in a group corresponding to their skill level. Students may advance through testing by an instructor. Horse Journaling Class Horse Journaling is a fun and unique way to experience horses and barn life. Learn about equine behavior, environment, and communication. Each class period will consist of a fun activity and a horse journaling theme to explore. All themes and activities are horse related. Come join us and develop a wonderful skill that you can continue to enjoy in a variety of settings. Why not start in our next session? Internships/Volunteers If you are interested in gaining externship credits we are happy to work with high schools and colleges to get you those. Volunteers are always welcome. |
All students in the young rider and
riding academy programs are required
to obtain Judy Richter's Riding for
Kids: stable, care, equipment, tack,
clothing, longeing, lessons,
jumping, showing (Nov. 13, 2003)
riding academy programs are required
to obtain Judy Richter's Riding for
Kids: stable, care, equipment, tack,
clothing, longeing, lessons,
jumping, showing (Nov. 13, 2003)
