BASIC HORSEMANSHIP SKILLS
Interested in taking a course through Central Carolina Community College or setting up a private class?
Course Description:
The purpose of this course is to learn the basics of equine health, behavior, training, and riding. The course is open to everyone, regardless of experience level. In addition, students will learn from professional guest speakers, engage in experiential learning, and apply scientific reasoning to ethical horse training and riding. Those with their own horses are welcome to use their personal horse for the farm day class sessions.
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Course Objectives:​
Understand theories of natural horsemanship
Participate in hands-on exercises with horses both on the ground and in the saddle
Explore how equine psychology affects the human-horse relationship
Identify and improve upon leadership agility
Build self-confidence by developing stronger nonverbal communication skills
Learn from industry professionals about the wholistic care and training of horses
Private Classes
If your schedule does not work with the CCCC courses or you are more interested in a personalized experience, we also provide a condensed 4-week version of the course. Each week you will be provided with a self-paced, pre-recorded session and one individual lesson with your horse or one of ours. If you already have a facility and horses to use, we're happy to travel to you for the duration of the course.
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Reach out for pricing and scheduling!
"Cody did an amazing job in class and on the farm. All of her presentations were very helpful and informative. I learned so much and also built on the skills I already have."
BHS Student, Fall '21
"Cody was great! Her knowledge of horses and natural horsemanship was excellent. Her calm demeanor when working on the farm was terrific!"
BHS Student, Fall '21
"For those near Siler City/Pittsboro interested in horses, this is an excellent class! I took it last semester and loved it! Cody is very knowledgeable and thorough in her teaching. She is also very patient when it comes to teaching students the groundwork."
BHS Student, Fall '21
