Groundwork

Learn how to handle a horse safely from the ground: approaching, haltering, leading, and personal space.

Groundwork means working with a horse from the ground. Great riders start here.

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Practice hands-on skills with a qualified instructor, and with adult supervision for young riders.

Groundwork lessons(5)

Safe Spaces: Where to StandLearn the safest places to stand and how to move around a horse.10 min · 6 steps
Approach a Horse SafelyA calm, step-by-step approach that helps horses feel safe too.8 min · 6 steps
Halter & Lead Rope BasicsLearn how halters and lead ropes work, and the safe basics with an instructor.12 min · 6 steps
Leading: Stop, Start, TurnA step-by-step way to lead a horse calmly with safe spacing.12 min · 6 steps
Turnout Safety CheckStep-by-step checks for moving a horse to turnout safely (with an adult).10 min · 5 steps

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