
Education
Introduction to Horse Ownership
Introduction to Horse Ownership (IHO) Classes offer hands-on training to better understand how to handle and care for your horse.
IHO Workshops are separated into two parts to offer hands-on training to better understand how to handle and care for your horse. Workshops are priced at $250 for both Part One and Part Two. Each workshop is limited to ONLY FOUR participants.
Part 1
Choosing and Handling Your Horse
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Choosing the right equine partner
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Leading the horse
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Horse behavior
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50 shades of horses
General Care and Equine Professionals
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Routine Maintenance
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Equine Professionals
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Grooming instruction
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Tack and equipment care
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Seasonal care
Housing and Nutrition
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Creating a safe environment
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Boarding options
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Grain and supplements
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Forage
Part 2
Trailer Safety
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Types of trailers
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Trailer loading
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Trailer safety
Physical Maintenance
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Free lunging
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Lunging with a lunge line
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Stretches and massages
Medical Maintenance
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Application of bandages
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Checking vitals
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Administering medication
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Common illness and ailments
Workshops are non-refundable and in a first come-first serve format, so be sure to register early! Registration closes when a workshop is full and no later than four days prior to the beginning of each workshop. A take-home book will be provided for each workshop.
All students will receive participation certificates!
*Closed-toed shoes are required for each class.
*Participants must be 10 years of age or older to attend.
Teaching Fundamentals
This is an online course designed to improve teaching skills and prepare participants for a teaching certification. Each session consists of four classes and includes homework assignments and bonus material. Each class takes place on Zoom and lasts approximately one hour. Courses are priced at $100 and is limited to ONLY FOUR participants.
This course includes:
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Task Analysis
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Flexible Explanation
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Effective Communication
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Lesson Planning
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Getting Creative
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Thinking Ahead
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Student Evaluations
All students will receive participation certificates!
*Please note: This course focuses on teaching techniques and does not include horsemanship lessons. Prior equine experience is highly recommended for this class.