Any student completing this class will have two transferable hours to the University of Nebraska. Instructors Bek and Bowmaster use the Pat Parelli natural horsemanship methods which emphasize groundwork exercises designed to build trust between horse and rider. Students work with their horses through various games that ultimately build good habits and create a partnership between the horse and rider. This class is designed to train the rider, not the horse, stated Bek. Students are taught to relax and work together with their horse which will lead to a more pleasant experience for both horse and rider.
Students spend some time in the classroom learning about balanced riding and equine safety.
The students also spend a great deal of time in the arena working with their horses. The class filled quickly this semester and we will offer it again next fall, stated Bowmaster. We then hope to offer an advanced basic equitation class next spring. In order to register for the class a student must be at least 18 years of age and able to provide their own horse. Off campus, or non-traditional students are accepted.