Thursday:  

The excitement builds with advanced riding techniques, a serene trail ride, and an insightful session on horse emotions and body language, enriching your child's understanding and empathy towards these magnificent creatures.

THURSDAY:

  • 9:00am: Arrive, Review horse Anatomy.

  • 9:30am: Demonstrate your understanding of horse anatomy and your ability to identify the different parts of a horse.

  • 10:00am: Catch your horse. Groom and saddle your horse.

  • 10:30am: Snack time!

  • 11:00am: Split into two groups:

    • Group one: Lesson!

    • Mount your horse.

    • Warm up and practice different exercises at the walk.

    • Practice trotting and controlling the parts of your horse.

    • Practice transitions from walk, trot, to stop.

    • Learn different exercises to control the parts of your horse.

    • Practice the barrel racing pattern.

    • Dismount and tie horses up

  • Group two: Trail Ride!

    • Mount your horse.

    • Head out on a trail ride!

    • Practice moving your horse around natural obstacles such as trees and downed logs.

    • Play "pass the stick" team building exercise.

    • Take turns leading the string of horses.

    • Arrive at the stables and tie horses up.

  • 12:15pm: Lunch

  • 1:00pm: Switch groups and repeat

  • 2:15pm: Learn about horse emotions and how to read a horse’s body language.

  • 2:45pm: Enjoy a snack while you wait or volunteer to help with the horses until your parents arrive.

Friday