Horse Care 101: Grooming, Feeding and Conditioning
Class experience
This class is appropriate for anyone familiar with horses, who can lead, groom, tack and ride. It is meant for equestrians interested in mastering all aspects of basic horsemanship necessary for success in the sport. Each week will focus on a specific unit/aspect of horsemanship, from handling to riding. They will be presented in interactive lectures with plenty of time for discussion that encourages learners to master the topic. Once the learner completes class and their reading...
Students will develop their skills in horsemanship, from proper equipment, grooming and feeding, to developing a conditioning plan and mastery of safe handling.
Hilary Moore Hebert is a professional equestrian with over 30 years of experience. She owns and operates a 22-horse farm in Maryland, holds her United States Dressage Federation gold, silver and bronze medals, as well as “L” education certification that allows her to judge schooling shows. Hilary is the former senior editor at Dressage Today magazine and secretary of The Dressage Foundation.
Homework Offered
Additional reading and videos will be made available in the classroom.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students are offered an optional quiz on Nearpod that allows them to check proficiency in each topic. A score of 80% or higher earns them a certificate of completion. Students may take the quiz as many times as they would like.Grades Offered
Handouts will be provided.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
- Nearpod
My name is Hilary and I’m a farm owner with three decades of experience as a horseback rider, instructor and professional competitor. As a former journalist and magazine editor, I enjoy teaching the subjects of English, art and science from the...
Group Class
$98
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-6 learners per class