establish balance in changing from posting to half seat at the trot
controlled cantering in groups of 3 (in half seat)
recognizing the correct canter lead
establishing seat at the sitting trot
introduce full seat canter
maintain balance in trot to canter and canter to trot transitions
maintain proper rein contact
20m circles in all three gates
turn on the forehand and leg yields at the walk
riding safely on the trail
Jumping Skills
up to 4 walk and trot poles
single canter pole
up to 18” cross rails
Unmounted Skills
types and purposes of various bits
basic parts of the horse
distances from the walk trot and canter poles
disassembling and assembling a bridle
uses and applications of polo wraps, splint boots and other bandages
Pre-Intermediate Group Lesson Schedule
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
4:30 pm w/ Jess
11:30 am w/ Amelia
10:00 am w/ Laurie
12:30 pm with Laurie
2 pm w/ Laurie
4:30 pm w/ Jess
Please call the office for the most up to date schedule of group lessons. Pre-intermediate private lessons may be scheduled at a variety of times; please call for details.
