EQS 112 — Racehorse Riding Skills I
Introduces basic horse riding skills and their application to racehorse riding. Presents and requires daily practice of proper rider position at walk, trot, canter, on turn and in straights. Includes discussion and round pen applications of center of gravity of horse, center of gravity of rider and center of gravity of the combination of horse and rider. Teaches proper techniques for cooling out after exercise and or racing. Lecture/Lab: 4.0 credits (150 contact hours).