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Basic Equitation
	Equitation is the cornerstone for any person who works with horses. The equitation course at Cal Poly Pomona offers students the chance to develop their foundation at the renowned W. K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center. The Arabian Horse Center traces its origins back to 1925, when the late W. K. Kellogg, founder of the Kellogg Company in Battle Creek, Michigan, purchased land and built his ranch in Pomona. The Center occupied the original Kellogg stables prior to the dedication of the existing facility on April 6, 1974. It is home to approximately 85 purebred Arabian horses used in Equine Sciences’ teachings, outreach, research and internationally recognized breeding and training programs. Facilities at the center include 38 acres of pasture, three barns, foaling stalls, a breeding area, a veterinary clinic, a farrier shop, four arenas and a grandstand.

Overview

This course is designed to teach individuals the fundamentals of the art of equitation. This includes topics pertaining to the anatomy of the horse as it relates to riding, equipment utilized in training and riding, care for the horse and safety precautions.

Benefits / Objectives

Participants will develop balance and coordination through horse riding. This is developed through the movements required to cue a horse. Students will be kept active since riding uses many muscle groups; most importantly the legs, abdominals, shoulders and back. In addition, many of the chores related to caring for horses are weight bearing exercises. The participants will also learn the basics of horse ownership, basic horse care and horse safety. These new skills will allow the individual to experience a connection with nature, provide opportunities for success and offer the participant a relaxing pastime.

Course Information & Registration

Basic Equitation

Intended Audience

This course is open to anyone at least 18 years old, who would like to learn more about horses and develop their equitation skills. Previous experience is not required. For safety reasons, the maximum weight for participants is 250 pounds.

Awarded Certificate

Basic Equitation