Mar 29, 2024  
2017-18 College Catalog 
    
2017-18 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHE1141 Beginner Horse Riding Lessons


Students will review basic riding skills at the walk, trot and canter in a safe, controlled environment. These skills will include effectively guiding the horse through communication of legs, voice, hands and seat. The method used to teach these skills is all about learning to be balanced and centered at all gaits. Riders will demonstrate knowledge of the correct diagonal at the trot, have control at the canter, demonstrate the ability to recognize correct leads and jump if appropriate. Exercises are part of learning to be “one with the horse” and are part of most lessons. When the weather allows, riders will ride out in the field or trail. Riders will groom and tack their horse for each lesson as well as put them away groomed and cooled out. Course may not be repeated. Lessons will be conducted at Winchester Stables/SOVTRC in Newfane, VT. Students must travel to equestrian lessons via van transportation provided by Landmark College. Each lesson is 1.5 hours long and $40/lesson. Once the course drop period ends, students will be invoiced for all remaining lessons in the term regardless of attendance. Due to stable policy, there is a 185lb weight limit for this class. There are two waiver forms students must complete prior to attending the first class; forms can be found outside the Physical Education office in the Click Center. Course may not be repeated. Credits: 1.000