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2011 Program Guide

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2011 Applications & Waivers
Application & Waiver for Horsemanship Programs (pdf)

Application & Waiver for Summer Camps (pdf)

Application for Guided Group Tours (pdf)

Waiver for Guided Group Tours (pdf)

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2011 Introduction to Horsemanship I

-- Information and Schedules --

Introduction to Horsemanship I is designed for the inexperienced equestrian as well as for those with past experience who feel they need a refresher course. The program consists of a six-week session, with lessons meeting once per week for two hours.

Students must be at least 12 years of age on, or before, the first date of lessons, to participate. Due to the small lesson size of six students, participants receive considerable hands-on instruction in horse handling, stable management, and riding techniques. Students are instructed in a balanced seat style of riding in order to foster a secure and independent position in the saddle.

The educational intent goals will also be utilized as performance standards for graduation and to determine placement into a more advanced level. Successful completion of ths program will prepare a student for enrollment in Introduction to Horsemanship II. To graduate, all six lessons MUST be attended (either in your regularly scheduled lessons or via make-ups).

EDUCATIONAL INTENT

• How to halter and tie a horse correctly.
• The basics of grooming a horse.
• The care of riding equipment and how to tack up a horse with assistance.
• How to mount a horse with assistance.
• The rider's position in the saddle to develop a secure and balanced seat at the walk and posting trot.
• To be able to rate the horse's speed at the walk.
• A proper two-point at the trot.
• Basic aids for turning and stopping the horse.
• Horse care and management principles: care of the horse in a stable or pasture, feeding a horse, and understanding coat colors and markings.

FEE:

$300.00 (DuPage County resident)
$396.00 (Out-of-county resident)

SESSION A - SATURDAY, APRIL 2 TO WEDNESDAY, MAY 18
No classes will be held on Thursday, April 7 or Sunday, April 24. Thursday lessons will only meet for 5 weeks; please schedule the extra lesson as a Trail Ride or Make-Up Lesson.
CODE	TIME	DATES	WEEKDAY
11-102A	04:30 pm - 06:30 pm	4/6 - 5/11	Wednesday
11-103A*	04:30 pm - 06:30 pm	4/14 - 5/12	Thursday*
11-104A	06:00 pm - 08:00 pm	4/8 - 5/13	Friday
11-105A	08:30 am - 10:30 am	4/2 - 5/7	Saturday
11-115A	02:45 pm - 04:45 pm	4/2 - 5/7	Saturday
11-106A*	10:45 pm - 12:45 pm	4/3 - 5/15	Sunday*

SESSION B - THURSDAY, MAY 19 TO SUNDAY, JULY 10
No lessons will be held Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 or Saturday, July 2 and Sunday July 3.
CODE	TIME	DATES	WEEKDAY
11-101B	04:30 pm - 06:30 pm	5/24 - 6/28	Tuesday
11-105B*	10:45 am - 12:45 pm	5/21 - 7/9	Saturday*
11-115B*	02:30 pm - 04:30 pm	5/21 - 7/9	Saturday*
11-106B*	08:30 am - 10:30 am	5/22 - 7/10	Sunday*

SESSION C - TUESDAY, JULY 12 TO SUNDAY, AUGUST 21
CODE	TIME	DATES	WEEKDAY
11-102C	04:30 pm - 06:30 pm	7/13 - 8/17	Wednesday
11-106C	10:00 am - 12:00 pm	7/17 - 8/21	Sunday

SESSION D - TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 TO SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16
No lessons will be held on Saturday, September 3 or Saturday, October 8.
CODE	TIME	DATES	WEEKDAY
11-104D	05:00 pm - 7:00 pm	8/26 - 9/30	Friday
11-105D*	02:30 pm - 04:30 pm	8/27 - 10/15	Saturday*