Equestrian-4-Kids
This program is specifically designed for children. Those with learning disabilities are more than welcome to join as well. Each grade level is written and designed for the learning abilities as per the regular school system.
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LEARN ABOUT HORSES AND HORSE CARE
Much like Pony Club and 4-H PERFECT FOR RIDING CLUBS / AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS CAN BE FOR HOME-SCHOOLING PARENTS LEARN TOO! A HORSE IS NOT NEEDED (but beneficial) By the GRADE LEVEL ORGANIZED LESSONS HANDS-0N ACTIVITIES COMPREHENSION QUIZZES INTERACTIVE BONUSES UPON REGISTRATION CHALLENGING QUESTS All books for this program are available on Amazon! Even if you do not want to be a member, or take the tests, you can still get the books and do the regular units! Kids, did you know that you can work towards an Equine Science diploma by taking the Equestrian 4 kids program! It's loaded with information and taught in a fun that reinforces all theory. Take grades 2-10 and the young rider levels to earn a total of 10 bonus credits! For the diploma you need 60, but you can earn more in the rider levels, and the discipline courses too! |
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Currently, children can review the Equestrian-4-Kids program for free. However, if you want your test marked, your projects counted, and to receive credit, and a certificate, you must become a member. Members are also allowed to partake in the Young Rider testing for ribbons, credit, and a certificate.
If you are ready to take the test click the button below, or send in a video of a Young Rider tests. |
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TOTS Division(Ages 4-6 years): Pre-K, K and Grade 1 - just for fun levels
PRIMARY DIVISION(AGES 7-9 YEARS): GRADES 2, 3 & 4 - EQUIVALENCY - PONY CLUB D LEVELS
JUNIORS DIVISION (AGES 10-12 YEARS): GRADES 5, 5 & 7- EQUIVALENCY - PONY CLUB C LEVELS
TEENS DIVISION (AGES 13 AND OLDER): GRADES 8, 9 & 10- EQUIVALENCY - PONY CLUB B LEVELS & GRADE 10 IS A PONY CLUB HA PREP
For the other grades, there is a reference book that contains all of the theory and information that is needed for the answers in the activity book.
Must have a current membership for testing
camp counselor
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Do you want to work for an equestrian camp? This course is a basis for working with the children involved in camp. It is perfect for all camp helpers, who are the counselors. It should be mandatory for all leaders to ensure the safety of their participants. 4.0 credit units (pass is 55+%)
Age: Riding – 16+ years (for legal reasons to be a helper). Language: English. Pre-requisites: Rider I Written and Video Tests completed successfully. Comes FREE with Equestrian-4-Kids Grade 10 enrollment!!! All others wishing to take the test, there is a $25 fee and the certificate will be mailed to upon passing. 
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Young Rider levels A, B, C, and D
These levels are special based for children who are not yet ready for the International Rider Levels. They are perfect for coaches to set up a riding program based on versatility and proper horsemanship. Everything is automatically sent to young members.
Upon completion, a certificate will be mailed. (Must be a current member). You can earn a credit for riding all the tests scoring 55+%.
YOUNG RIDER A, B, C & D: (included with Equestrian-4-Kids)
These levels are special based for children who are not yet ready for the International Rider Levels. They are perfect for coaches to set up a riding program based on versatility and proper horsemanship. Upon membership and registration in a grade level, the forms will be sent to you. Upon completion, a certificate will be mailed once. (Must be a current member). You can earn a credit for riding all of the tests and scoring 55+%. Children may opt to ride the test again in a proceeding evaluations either to upgrade their scores or for sport. Incentive ribbons and rosettes are granted per horse and rider combination. Horses must be registered with the academy to count for awards. Each horse and rider combination may only ride the test once per evaluation, but may ride in two consecutive tests.
Young Rider A is designed as an introduction to horses and the children learn to practice safety and how to sit the seat of the saddle balanced and safely. Children may be lead for the video test, however the child must hold on to the reins and show an effort for turning, stopping and urging the horse forward.
To make the test a little harder, the child may opt to ride with no leadline or no handler or coach in the arena. The test is walk only, with small circles, rail, centerline and midline paths.
Young Rider B is designed to be the first test where the child is to rider without the leadline. A handler or coach may be present in the arena, but must not lead the horse. To make it harder the child may opt to ride without a handler in the arena. The test is walk only, with small circle, rail, centerline and diagonal paths where the rider is to use long reins.
Young Rider C is designed to be the first test where the child is to trot without a handler, but the handler may be present in the arena. To make it harder the child may opt to ride without a handler in the arena. The test consists of walk and trot, but is only on the rail and offers one diagonal at a where with long reins.
Young Rider D is similar to the Level 0 Dressage tests, however it is slightly easier with smaller circle, can be ridden in a smaller arena and does not require the Free Walk. A handler or coach may be present in the arena. To make it harder the child may opt to ride without a handler in the arena. Also, the child may choose to ride in a regulation size arena to make the test harder.
Upon completion, a certificate will be mailed. (Must be a current member). You can earn a credit for riding all the tests scoring 55+%.
YOUNG RIDER A, B, C & D: (included with Equestrian-4-Kids)
These levels are special based for children who are not yet ready for the International Rider Levels. They are perfect for coaches to set up a riding program based on versatility and proper horsemanship. Upon membership and registration in a grade level, the forms will be sent to you. Upon completion, a certificate will be mailed once. (Must be a current member). You can earn a credit for riding all of the tests and scoring 55+%. Children may opt to ride the test again in a proceeding evaluations either to upgrade their scores or for sport. Incentive ribbons and rosettes are granted per horse and rider combination. Horses must be registered with the academy to count for awards. Each horse and rider combination may only ride the test once per evaluation, but may ride in two consecutive tests.
Young Rider A is designed as an introduction to horses and the children learn to practice safety and how to sit the seat of the saddle balanced and safely. Children may be lead for the video test, however the child must hold on to the reins and show an effort for turning, stopping and urging the horse forward.
To make the test a little harder, the child may opt to ride with no leadline or no handler or coach in the arena. The test is walk only, with small circles, rail, centerline and midline paths.
Young Rider B is designed to be the first test where the child is to rider without the leadline. A handler or coach may be present in the arena, but must not lead the horse. To make it harder the child may opt to ride without a handler in the arena. The test is walk only, with small circle, rail, centerline and diagonal paths where the rider is to use long reins.
Young Rider C is designed to be the first test where the child is to trot without a handler, but the handler may be present in the arena. To make it harder the child may opt to ride without a handler in the arena. The test consists of walk and trot, but is only on the rail and offers one diagonal at a where with long reins.
Young Rider D is similar to the Level 0 Dressage tests, however it is slightly easier with smaller circle, can be ridden in a smaller arena and does not require the Free Walk. A handler or coach may be present in the arena. To make it harder the child may opt to ride without a handler in the arena. Also, the child may choose to ride in a regulation size arena to make the test harder.
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Here is the map of Rian (Ree Ann)
