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River Road Horsemanship

Weekly Horsemanship

There is more to horses than riding

Every Saturday morning at the barn, the Horsemanship Class teaches the knowledge and care that turn riders into true horse people.

About the class

Saturdays at the barn, 10 to noon

The Saturday Horsemanship Class is a two-hour, hands-on group session. Riders work with horses on the ground, learning to care for them, handle them safely, and understand how they think.

The class runs through ten core subjects in a cycle. Riders are welcome to keep coming back: each time through, the material goes deeper, so returning students always learn something new.

$60 per class, or included with the Horsemanship Purple Team.

Saturday Horsemanship Class in session

Saturday class at River Road

A horsemanship education

We teach the whole horse, not just the ride.

The cycle

Ten subjects, every cycle, deeper each time

Every cycle covers the same ten subjects and goes further each time. New riders learn the basics; returning riders build on them.

  1. Subject 1One

    Body parts identification

    Learning every part of the horse, from poll to fetlock.
  2. Subject 2Two

    Horse identification & breeds

    Colors, markings, and the breeds riders are most likely to meet.
  3. Subject 3Three

    Arena directions & figures

    Reading the arena and riding accurate circles, diagonals, and figures.
  4. Subject 4Four

    Non-riding exercises with horses

    Ground work that builds trust and communication out of the saddle.
  5. Subject 5Five

    First aid

    Recognizing common issues and knowing when and how to respond.
  6. Subject 6Six

    Halters & knots

    Safe haltering, leading, and the knots every horse person should know.
  7. Subject 7Seven

    Grooming

    A full grooming routine and why each step matters to the horse.
  8. Subject 8Eight

    Tack & equipment

    Identifying, fitting, and caring for saddles, bridles, and gear.
  9. Subject 9Nine

    Mane care & braiding

    Keeping a mane healthy and braiding for everyday care and show.
  10. Subject 10Ten

    Discipline spotlights

    A look at riding disciplines and where each rider's interests may lead.

Membership

Join the Horsemanship Purple Team

The Saturday Horsemanship Class is included every week with the Horsemanship Purple Team ($275/month), alongside a weekly private ride. New riders start with an introduction lesson.

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