Equine Studies at UFV
The following two courses are being offered at UFV in early 2010:
First-time Horse Owner Introduction (what to expect and what you need to know)
This short, introductory course is designed for the new horse owner or those who wish to become one. Come and learn where to look to find a suitable horse and an instructor who is certified and competent. Discover how to access and become involved in resources, such as the Horse Council of B.C., Pony Club, 4H, and local horse clubs. Learn about safe horse-handling techniques and risks involved in horse ownership. This course is ideal for parents of children who want to ride and own a horse.
CHILLIWACK — Trades & Technology Centre
(20270 AGH ES03 C9A) Maureen Walters, 3 sessions, Tues and Thurs, 6:30–9:30 pm, $125
Starts Feb 23, 2010.
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Introduction to Horse Ownership
This course will cover feeding and nutrition; importance of regular exercise; stall and stable maintenance; blankets, tack, and other equipment; loading, trailering, and transporting your horse; foot care and the farrier; basic health care; and grooming. There will be 30 hours in the classroom and nine hours of practical experience.
CHILLIWACK — Trades & Technology Centre
(20271 AGH ES04 C9A) Maureen Walters, 13 sessions, Tues and Thurs, 6:30–9:30 pm, $495.
Starts Mar 9, 2010.
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The following course will likely be offered again at UFV in Fall 2010:
Introduction to Equestrian Coaching and InstructionThis is the first of two courses to help you prepare for the Equine Canada Instructor/Coach Evaluation. You should be comfortable and confident around horses. This course will focus on the English style of riding. Topics include the theory of coaching, discussion and lesson plan development using 20 common teaching subjects, and how to prepare for an Equine Canada exam.
Instructor: Maureen Walters
Maureen likes to be thought of as a “jack of all trades” riding teacher. She has been involved with many different disciplines. She is an Equine Canada senior jumper judge and an EC basic dressage judge, and has worked as a senior steward at many large horseshows during the past twenty years, including Spruce Meadows, North American Young Riders Championships, and an FEI competitionin Florida. Maureen is involved with Pony Club, teaching and examining at the national level. After achieving her EC Coach 2 status in the 1980s, Maureen became active as an examiner for those wishing to become certified coaches, and is now master course conductor for B.C. She is very involved with the Horse Council of B.C. and acts as VP of Competitions.
