Qualified students may become management assistants. Veterinarians are on call as needed. Farriers come two times per week. The equine chiropractor visits frequently, and the equine dentist visits biannually. Robin S. Cramer Hall is one of the largest indoor college arenas in the nation Room Enough to Roam Sweet Briar commands a spectacular 3,300 acres, including miles of trails through wooded countryside, foothills, dells, and open fields.
Riders enjoy Virginia's long, mild falls and springs for outdoor riding.
The College strives to make the campus the land part of the learning experience at Sweet Briar, in both the formal academic curriculum and co-curricular programming. The courses and activities offered through the Riding Program mesh perfectly with this goal. Courses in trail riding, riding to hounds, hacking, combined training, independent riding, and cross country make extensive use of Sweet Briar's vast network of trails. Students also appreciate seasonal outdoor activities such as the Halloween ride and Easter egg hunt.