STABLE BEGINNINGS
Stable management and in hand lessons taught through game based learning strategies designed for children ages 3-6 who are interested in everything to do with horses. This program provides an accessible and affordable opportunity for children to learn fundamental and transferable sport skills through an introduction to equestrian sport in a fun learning environment. This program is based on the "ACTIVE START" phase of the Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) model (See Figure).
NOTE: Children DO NOT ride during this program.
The goal of this program is to establish safety and confidence around horses and finishes with a pony ride on the final day.
This program is designed as a transitional program for very young children to determine if they are ready to begin more formal riding lessons. It is a prerequisite for anyone under the age of 5.
Key Design Points of the Program:
1. Safe and Fun introduction to horses
2. Introduction to Horsemanship
3. Bridge FUNdamentals of sport to riding
4. Engage participants physically, mentally, and emotionally
Program runs for 6 weeks (Note: each session is limited to 8 participants).
Suitable For:
Ages 3-6 (no experience necessary)
Next 2024 Start Date:
April 6, 2024
Time:
Saturdays 12pm-12:45pm
Cost:
120$ for six (6) 45 minute sessions
Stable management and in hand lessons taught through game based learning strategies designed for children ages 3-6 who are interested in everything to do with horses. This program provides an accessible and affordable opportunity for children to learn fundamental and transferable sport skills through an introduction to equestrian sport in a fun learning environment. This program is based on the "ACTIVE START" phase of the Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) model (See Figure).
NOTE: Children DO NOT ride during this program.
The goal of this program is to establish safety and confidence around horses and finishes with a pony ride on the final day.
This program is designed as a transitional program for very young children to determine if they are ready to begin more formal riding lessons. It is a prerequisite for anyone under the age of 5.
Key Design Points of the Program:
1. Safe and Fun introduction to horses
2. Introduction to Horsemanship
3. Bridge FUNdamentals of sport to riding
4. Engage participants physically, mentally, and emotionally
Program runs for 6 weeks (Note: each session is limited to 8 participants).
Suitable For:
Ages 3-6 (no experience necessary)
Next 2024 Start Date:
April 6, 2024
Time:
Saturdays 12pm-12:45pm
Cost:
120$ for six (6) 45 minute sessions