River Road Horsemanship

Weekly Horsemanship

There is more to horses than riding

Every Saturday morning at the barn, the Horsemanship Class teaches the knowledge and care that turn riders into true horse people.

About the class

Saturdays at the barn, 10 to noon

The Saturday Horsemanship Class is a two-hour, hands-on group session. Riders work with horses on the ground — learning to care for them, handle them safely, and understand how they think.

The class runs through ten core subjects in a cycle. Riders are welcome to keep coming back: each time through, the material goes deeper, so returning students always learn something new.

$60 per class, or included with the Horsemanship Purple Team.

Saturday class at River Road

A horsemanship education

We teach the whole horse, not just the ride.

The cycle

Ten subjects, every cycle, deeper each time

Every cycle covers the same ten subjects — and goes further each time. New riders learn the basics; returning riders build on them.

  1. One

    Body parts identification

    Learning every part of the horse, from poll to fetlock.

  2. Two

    Horse identification & breeds

    Colors, markings, and the breeds riders are most likely to meet.

  3. Three

    Arena directions & figures

    Reading the arena and riding accurate circles, diagonals, and figures.

  4. Four

    Non-riding exercises with horses

    Ground work that builds trust and communication out of the saddle.

  5. Five

    First aid

    Recognizing common issues and knowing when and how to respond.

  6. Six

    Halters & knots

    Safe haltering, leading, and the knots every horse person should know.

  7. Seven

    Grooming

    A full grooming routine and why each step matters to the horse.

  8. Eight

    Tack & equipment

    Identifying, fitting, and caring for saddles, bridles, and gear.

  9. Nine

    Mane care & braiding

    Keeping a mane healthy and braiding for everyday care and show.

  10. Ten

    Discipline spotlights

    A look at riding disciplines and where each rider's interests may lead.

Membership

Join the Horsemanship Purple Team

The Saturday Horsemanship Class is included every week with the Horsemanship Purple Team ($275/month), alongside a weekly private ride. New riders start with an introduction lesson.

Book Your Introduction LessonSee how membership works