RDPR 158 - Introduction to Horses and Riding I

CR: .5
Introduces basic horse ground work and beginning mounted work. This class will meet 6 times. It will include a minimum of 4 ground sessions to learn how to safely interact, lead, groom and tack up/untack a horse. The remaining sessions will include learning how to mount/dismount, steer, go/stop and basic position. Mounted sessions require a student to be in good physical condition, which includes being within the weight carrying limits of the college horses. IV.3