printer friendly pageHORSE 10: Introduction to Horsemanship
Students will learn how horses communicate and interact with the world in a way completely different than us and how we can communicate and work with them. Emphasis is placed on safety and a proper understanding of equine communication and behavior. The first 5 weeks will focus on unmounted work to acquaint riders with horses, so they feel confident and safe around horses so they can more easily communicate with them. The last 3 weeks will have both mounted and unmounted portions of class. The mounted portion of class focuses on learning correct position while riding at the walk, proper use of the aids to communicate with the horse, as well as balance and strength-building exercises. This course will utilize class discussion, assignments, and student participation to develop each student into a rider who can work with a horse both mounted and unmounted at an introductory level. English and Western styles of riding will be offered, with an emphasis on western riding.Prerequisite: All levels of rider's are welcome.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
HORSE 12: Adv. Beginner Horsemanship
Students will learn how to work with and communicate with horses, despite differences. Riders will develop this understanding and work with horses in new and more advanced ways. Emphasis is placed on safety and a proper understanding of equine communication and behavior both in and out of the saddle. The unmounted portion of class focuses on how to safely halter, lead, groom and tack the horse before & after riding. The mounted portion of class includes work at the walk, trot and understanding the foundations of jumping and advanced flat work. This class will utilize class discussion, class assignments and student participation to develop each student into a rider who can confidently work with a horse both mounted and unmounted. This course will utilize class discussion, assignments, and student participation to develop each student into a rider who can confidently work with a horse both mounted and unmounted. English and Western styles of riding will be offered, with an emphasis on western riding.Prerequisite: Over 15 hours of riding time or completion of
PE 65. Riders who have not successfully completed
PE 65 must submit information on their previous work with horses and may be asked to come out for an assessment of abilities before the first class.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
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