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RIDER LEVELS Level 1 - Little or no training in riding or safe handling of horses. Level 2 - Had training in basics of horse safety, handling (groom, hoof care, saddle & bridle) and riding, but not yet able to walk and trot independently, correctly and under control. Level 3 - Had training in, and can demonstrate, basics of horse safety, handling and riding, and can walk and trot independently, correctly and under control. Level 4 - Level 3 riders who can also change leads, collect and extend walk and trot, maneuver obstacles and back their horse.
Horsemanship Basics, Safety and Beginning Riding Riders receive six (6) hours of instruction which include basic rules of safe horse handling, grooming, leading, saddling, correct mounting and dismounting, proper body, hand and leg positions in the saddle and how to control their horse at a walk and trot. Riders will also learn horse breeds, body parts, colors, psychology, how to tie safety knots and proper feeding and care of horses. Saddle Time A riding class for students who have been instructed and understand the fundamentals horse safety, saddling, mounting and handling but who simply need additional time in the saddle to more fully grasp the elements of balance in the saddle and control of the horse. Class will consist primarily of riding with instruction focused on independently controlling the horse in a walk and a trot, as well as effective stops, starts, turns and maneuvering obstacles.
Mastering Skills course Riders receive six (6) hours of instruction which include unassisted grooming and tacking own horses, "soft" hands, rein and leg ques, adjusting horse speed and stride, backing, 2-point seat, and posting at a trot. Riding will include school figures such as serpentines, figure 8's, clover leaf patterns & obstacle courses.
Ranch Camp - A Morning with the Horse A chance for kids to learn ranch life and what is involved in the care and handling of horses. The goal is to instill responsibility, patience and safety skills, and to learn about horse psychology and horse health in hands-on situations. There will be horse tacking and riding each session. The kids will become involved in the day-to-day care, feeding and handling of horses. Something new to learn each week.
PeeWee Rides The little guys and gals are introduced to their pony and then ride and play games designed to make them comfortable with the horse. Parents can join them and take lots of pictures. We always have a wrangler with each child while riding. |
