British Horse Society (BHS) Stage 1 Horse Knowledge, Care & Riding - RIDING

This part of the training programme may be taken with the stable management or separately. It is aimed at improving your skills at a basic level, ensuring a good foundation for future progress.

Qualification

BHS Stage 1

Course Content

Our British Horse Society Stage 1 training programme gives you a thorough understanding of the basic principles of horse care. It is ideal for those wishing to become professional equestrians, preparing them for working in the equine industry. It is also excellent for those who just want to gain a better understanding of horse care and improve their practical horsemanship skills.

Riding:

• Working to improve balance and security
• Mounting, dismounting and checking tack
• Working both with and without stirrups
• Developing the jumping position
• Working over trot poles

There is an opportunity to take a mock and / or actual BHS exam. Entry to BHS exams should be directly to the British Horse Society via www.bhs.org.uk

Entry Requirements

Enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills. You must be ale to walk, trot and canter unassisted and be able to walk and trot without stirrups. Riding weight limit is 13.5 stones.

What Next?

Progression onto BHS Stage 2

Next Dates

10 x Wednesdays

Start:

12/09/12

6pm - 7pm

Price

£198

Please note that this is a full course and student signing up will need to pay the full amount either taking advantage of discounts at the time or in instalments.

Course paid in full in advance - Only £170 - £28 discount.

Combine with paying in full for EQ051 - Only £300! £78 discount