The Ins and Outs of Performance Horse Breeding
In this 6 week course, learners will develop a clear understanding of the performance horse industry through evaluating quarter horses, identifying stallions and mares, deciding on proper genetics for their programs and breeding schedules
Mrs. Katee Mcspadden
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(59)
What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Learners will be expected to spend an additional 1-2 hours outside of class each week on their breeding projects.Assessment
learners will be assessed through their breeding programs and attention to detail.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
In this class, we will be learning all about breeding quarter horses involved in various performance horse disciplines, ranging from cutting, roping, barrel horses and more. We will discuss historical horses, foundational horses and horses today that are making a strong impact in their industries and examine their bloodlines to understand why. We will each pick an area of interest and design our own breeding program, adding to it each week. week 1 - we will discuss our interests, the horses we like and why, how to read a pedigree, as well as the components of the breeding program, from start to finish week 2 - planning out our breeding programs - what are the ideals? What are your requirements? What are the details to achieve? week 3 - mares - week 4 - stallions week 5 - now the paperwork begins - narrowing the list and securing contracts week 6 - presenting the complete project and discussion of implementing the plans. This course is for anyone, prior knowledge of horses and bloodlines is helpful, but not required.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2021
4.9
59reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I will not be teaching on outschool this year. I am taking time to help my family expand our primary business and hope to teach again on outschool in the future.Reviews
Live Group Class
$80
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
1-8 learners per class
