Horse Club Activities

  • Patterns are a vital part of numerous riding and in-hand classes, but they can often be more intricate than they appear at first glance. Understanding patterns can be a fun activitiy that fills club meetings during those rainy days. Break the meeting into three parts. Start by introducing patterns and the symbols you will be…

  • The safety in knowing how to properly pick out your horses feet is irreplaceable. Regular hoof cleaning can help identify issues like thrush, loose shoes or bruising and keep the hooves healthy. Horse clubs can offer programs about how to properly clean a horses hoof safely for youth.

  • Cleaning tack can be a daunting task, but when you gather your horse club friends, it can be a fun, beneficial activity. Learning how to properly care for your tack is a lifelong skill that equestrians will utilize.

  • The safety in knowing how to properly tie your horse is irreplaceable. Quick release knots are essential in cases of emergency. Horse clubs can offer a quick knot tying challenge activity for youth.

  • Does it get more basic horsemanship than safely haltering a horse? Probably not, yet this portion is often glazed over to “get to the good stuff.” Spend some time in club discussing the importance of safely approaching and catching a horse. Demonstrate the different types of halters and their pressure points. A rope halter has…

  • Check it Out Help students bring concepts to life by evaluating saddle fit with their horse and tack. Include this as a follow up activity to a group trail ride or practice. Have them find evidence of poor or proper fit by looking at sweat patterns on their horse. Discuss potential changes to make to…

  • Bit about Bits Understanding and teaching bit action can be a challenge. Try to start with the basics, and add in some fun. Discuss the difference between the direct contact of the snaffle versus the indirect of the curb. Have students in groups of two with a bit and two lunge lines for each group.…