Placements are provided throughout the U.S. to increase knowledge and skill level in the field of Dressage, Hunter/Jumpers, Three-Cay Eventing and Combined Driving. Most placements are 12 months but depend on specific host's needs. Participants will observe English disciplines such as having a good seat and a correct, well-balanced body position and moving with the horse's motion. Riding practice may be included depending on the skill-level of applicant.
Skills to be learned may include:
- Daily care of horses
- Including feeding
- Turnout
- Cleaning stalls
- Assisting veterinarian and blacksmith
- Some riding depending on level of skill of applicant
- Exercise and warm-up horses
- Preparation and grooming of horses at competitions
- Tack maintenance and equipment usage
- Feeding
*Actual skills learned will vary by host and previous experience