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Virtual Horse Training and Clinics Spring Up During COVID-19 Pandemic
Most of us on the northern hemisphere should be gearing up for shows right now or putting our young stock into spring training. With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) shutting down shows and limiting social contact across the globe, all equestrians are looking to find things to do with their horses, and professionals are stepping up by offering virtual horse training lessons, clinics and tutorials to give you and your horse something to work on while practicing social distancing.
U.S. Pony Clubs Offers Education & Free Online Membership
The United States Pony Clubs (USPC), Inc., is pleased to offer online education through a special Lunch ’N Learn series launched in late March and through a free Pony Club IQ E-Membership. It’s a great opportunity for youth to learn more about horses through the USPC. #horseeducation #usponyclubs #ponies #horses #learnabouthorses #horsesandkids
2020 IHSA and IEF Academic Awards and Scholarship Winners Announced
The Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) and Intercollegiate Equestrian Foundation (IEF), Inc. announces the 2020 academic achievement and scholarship award winners. Academic achievement awards are presented to those who have earned a 3.5 GPA or above throughout the academic year. Scholarships are awarded to those members who meet eligibility requirements, excel in horsemanship and in the classroom, and demonstrate financial need. #intercollegiateequestrian #youthandhorses
Equestrian Studies at William Woods University
The leader in equestrian education 🙌 At William Woods University, the opportunities for equestrians are limitless: ▪️ Gain hands-on experience with horses stabled right on campus. ▪️ Earn a degree in Equestrian or Pre-Veterinary Studies. ▪️ Ride Dressage, Hunter/Jumper, Saddle Seat, and Western disciplines. ▪️ Compete in schooling and rated horse shows across the Midwest. ▪️ Become certified with CHA. ▪️ Earn a Master's degree online in Equestrian Education.
Balancing Showing & School with the U.S. Performance Academy
At US Performance Academy, school goes where you go 📚️ Doesn't being able to go to school on your schedule in between training and competitions sound like the dream? Read about two USPA equestrian students and learn how USPA has given them the academic freedom to achieve their goals 🐴 While you're at it, register for USPA's Virtual Open House and learn more 👉️ https://gouspa.org/equestrian/
Horse Heights
Horses come in all shapes and sizes 🐴 Take a fun look at the different average heights of some common horse breeds and how they compare to each other 👇️
First Natural Horsemanship Degree Offered in Montana
For almost a decade, the Montana Center for Horsemanship has partnered with the University of Montana Western in Dillon, Mont., to offer the nation’s first and only accredited four-year Bachelor of Science degree in natural horsemanship. Students can pursue two- or four-year degrees in natural horsemanship and customize their educational experience by choosing from four different concentrations. #horseeducation #horsescollege #equestrianstudies #equinedegree
Centenary University Graduates 10th Class of Veterans with Operation Centaur
Centenary University recently graduated its tenth class of Operation Centaur, an equine-based program for veterans of all ages. Normally enrolled in a 10-week course, the most recent class took six months to finish due to the COVID-19 pandemic. #horsesandveterans #veteranprogram
Online Riders Collective Launches Clinics for a Cause
The Online Riders Collective is proud to launch Clinics for a Cause to help mitigate the struggles equestrians are facing due to COVID-19. From not being able to ride to facing lost income, riders and equine business owners are experiencing unprecedented challenges. Clinics for a Cause invites riders to submit video to the top trainer of their choice in any discipline for just $25. The proceeds go to benefit the Equestrian Aid Foundation’s (EAF) COVID-19 relief fund.
Susan Friedland Releases Book on Grieving the Loss of a Horse
Equestrian author and blogger Susan Friedland, the creator of the award-winning website Saddle Seeks Horse, has released her second book Strands of Hope: How to Grieve the Loss of a Horse, a practical guide for bereaved horse lovers.
FEI and Partners Create eDressage Online Dressage Training Platform
The International Equestrian Federation has launched the FEI eDressage Online training platform in partnership with Black Horse One (BHO) and SAP to provide a environment for FEI registered dressage and para dressage athletes to boost their training and development. FEI-registered athletes can upload videos to the platform for their FEI dressage tests to be judged anonymously by a pool of FEI five-star level dressage and para dressage judges. #dressage #dressagetraining #dressageeducation