Please look at HorseAbility’s Upcoming Events Calendar for upcoming courses.
NARHA Instructor Certification Courses
HorseAbility hosts a weekend course at the registered instructor level in association with NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association). This course consists of two days of course work and one day of testing. For more information on becoming a NARHA Registered Instructor please visit the NARHA website at NARHA.org
Hippotherapy Courses
A weekend course offeredin association with the American Hippotherapy Association. The workshop is designed to provide Physical and Occupational Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists with a working knowledge of the classic principles and applications of Hippotherapy.
Centered Riding Course
A one-weekend course in the principles of centered at the 1st level.
Centered Riding's foundation is built on the Four Basics:
- Soft Eyes allow a greater field of vision, increased awareness of your own and your horse's body, less tension and easier, freer forward movement.
- Proper Breathing also reduces tension in your body, helps to lower your center of gravity and allows the horse to become quieter and more responsive while reducing your fatigue.
- Centering takes you to your center of control and energy deep in the lower body. This also allows your seat to be stable and secure. Centering releases tensions that block the flow of energy through your body and leaves you ready for the next movement or exercise.
- Building Blocks aligns your body and gives you true and consistent balance over your horse's center of gravity which encourages the fluid and comfortable movement of your horse.
Individual and group clinics in Centered Riding are also available.
First Aid and CPR
A course is offered in first aid and CPR by the Red Cross yearly. Instructors are required to maintain this certification. The course is also open to HorseAbility volunteers.
Please contact us for more information about our courses
