ANSC 4317 - Training Performance Horses

Credit(s): 3

An advanced riding and training course where students will learn the proper techniques to initiate training of performance horses and build a foundation upon which more advanced training can be applied. In-depth study of the finer points of riding involving athletic maneuvers of the horse essential to all performance horse events. Case studies in the behavior, communication and psychology between rider and the modern performance horse. Techniques for evaluation of pleasure and performance horse competition. Riding and training the performance horse to compete in various events.
Prerequisite Course(s): ANSC 4377