CONTINUING EDUCATION & CERITIFICATION 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.
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 American Red
Cross yearly. Instructors are required to maintain this certification.
The course is also open to HorseAbility volunteers.
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