Lone Star Farm
(765) 349-4158
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Lone Star Farm (765) 349-4158 |
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Horseback Riding LessonsParticipants will learn about riding in western horsemanship, a basis for a full and intelligent understanding of horses. You will learn the first basic steps in horsemanship, building confidence in yourself and in horses. Understanding is the essence of harmonious horsemanship. Here at Lone Star Farm we make family enjoyment one of our top priorities. Becoming a skilled rider, you will be able to enjoy horses with your family and friends in years to come. We start at the beginning letting riders get acquainted with horses, giving them time to advance to big steps a little at a time. Lessons are available for children 6 years old and above as well as adults, beginner thru advanced riders are welcome. From kids to the elderly, beginners, and the experienced we can help you. 2007 Lesson Rates: 1/2 hr private session = $20 or 1 hr private session = $30 Email: sabrina@cappslonestarfarm.com for more information.
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The Basic Horsemanship Program – Phase I thru Phase IV The following is NOT a schedule but rather an outline of skills to be mastered. Students will progress at their own individual pace. Some skills are combined with others during sessions. Resource Materials Resource materials will be provided covering such subjects as parts of the horse, parts of the saddle and bridle, grooming, breeds of horses, caring for horses, riding exercises to increase balance, feel and rhythm The Nature of the Horse A ground lesson that centers on a common sense approach of understanding how the horse responds to his environment and how to safely approach and handle a horse. Preparing To Ride Saddling (very small children will only learn to do a saddle safety check) Bridling, Start, stop and steer (you should know this before you get on a horse for the first time.) Mounting, Dismounting, and Alignment Learn proper mounting and dismounting techniques and how to adjust your position on the horse to bring your body into correct alignment for a balanced riding seat. The Beginning of “FEEL” Learn & practice exercise on horseback that allow the rider to move with the horse. Developing a Secure Leg Learn and practice exercise on horseback that allow the upper body to move around over secure and correctly placed legs. Around the World While the horse is standing still then while moving, the rider can let go of the reins and perform arm circles, side swings, etc. to increase his or her balance and confidence. The rider will close their eyes for a short time to drop and pick up his or her stirrups without looking down. Standing Slow Trot or Jog A balancing exercise Touch the Part The rider can be asked to touch various part of horse (i.e. crest, poll, dock barrel etc.) Red Light, Green Light A fun exercise to test the rider’s ability to sop the horse using the correct aids. Ride-A-Buck The rider is given a piece of paper or monopoly money to put under his or her thigh and is put through some different gaits and transitions. Moving with the Horse at the Standing Slow Trot or Jog An exercise which prepares the student for the sitting trot. Sitting Trot (both slow and extended trot) The ability to sit the big, extended trot with a balanced and relaxed, supple seat is a major milestone for beginning riders. The exercises learned and practiced in earlier sessions lead up to this crucial skills PSST… it’s time to go on to Phase II Once riders can alternate indefinitely between the Posting, Standing & Sitting Trot is school figures (i.e. circle, figure eight, etc.) they are ready to move on to Phase II.
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This site was last updated 08/03/08
