Horses: Beginner Riding Basics for Adults
Culpeper County Parks and Recreation Department • 16388 Competition Drive Culpeper, VA 22701 Organized by Culpeper County Parks and Recreation DepartmentAbout this event
Description
We're sorry, but this activity is over. The last meeting was Saturday, March 30, 2024.
NEW! Adult students will learn to ride a horse independently at the walk and begin to trot, both sitting and posting. They will also learn to ride in 2-point position, along with other basic positions and commands, which will be emphasized through fun drills and games on horseback.
English saddles/bridles are used, but basic skills can be used for any style of riding.
Lessons are held in an indoor arena but it is not heated so please dress for the weather. This is a 4 week program.
***IMPORTANT***
Attendance at the first day of class is MANDATORY to complete the remaining classes as important safety instructions are given.
Participants must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes with a heel. Thin gloves are recommended.
Misty Run requires that all registered participants have their own helmet for lessons. These have to be SEI and ASTM certified horse riding helmets NOT bike helmets or any other sport head gear. The helmet also has to be no older than 2018. There are several stores you can obtain these at in the area which are:
Saddlery Liquidators, 1175 N Main St, Madison
Dover Saddlery, 195 Seminole Ct, Charlottesville
Mad Tack 110 Berry Hill Rd, Unit D, Orange
CFC Fame & Home Center, 15172 Brandy Rd, Culpeper
Tractor Supply, 588 Culpeper Town Square, Culpeper
Scholarship assistance is available! Contact parks@culpepercounty.gov.
Attendance at the first class is REQUIRED to attend remaining classes.
Location
Misty Run Eventing, 8021 Olympic Way, Culpeper (Reva area)
Instructor
Misty Run Eventing