Description:    Introduction to Classical Dressage : For Every Horseman :: 10 weeks

TOPICS INCLUDE:

History of Classical Dressage

What is Dressage?

What can dressage training do for your horse?

The Arena - lay out and lettering

The Basic School Figures - the geometry of the arena and figures

Dressage Terms

Qualities of a good competitive dressage horse

How tests are scored - what the judges are looking for and tips for riding a better test

Equipment

Choosing a horse

 The basics - Into level riding info including the gaits, qualities, terms, figures. 

How to get started. 

Lesson plans including school figures

 Designed For:

Those who wish to have a solid knowledge about Classical Dressage and further their riding skills.

 Objectives:

To give you an educational foundation needed to incorporate basic, classical seat and skills for riding through the levels AND for every horseman who wants a calm, straight and forward horse.

 Assessment Method:

Participation in online class discussions, weekly and course projects, essays, reading assignments as well as written assignments submitted online. Some video lessons and presentations included.

 Course Topics:  (See above)

 Course Prerequisites:

None

 Materials:

Assignment reading materials included in course and held online for access 24/7.

 Recommended reading: (coming soon)

 Other:

For more info:

Contact: Kelly Holland Azzaro RA CCAP LMT
Phone: 828-898-5555 (EST) Leave voice mail message, email is best way to contact
E-mail:ashitherapy@skybest.com

Location:

Online

Dates: Beginning Spring 2011

Fees: Tuition Fee(s):

Intro Dressage 101 : $225

Instructor: Jennifer Reynolds