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Book SynopsisThe official handbook for those studying the BHS teaching qualifications has now been fully updated and revised. Written for the BHS by a chief examiner, this handbook provides clear guidelines on how the skills of riding should be taught and how riding school lessons should be conducted.
- Aimed at less experienced and trainee riding instructors, especially those involved with weekly riders and covers.
- How to develop communication skills and effective body language.
- Advice on teaching adult novices and children, whether in groups or one-to-one.
- Valuable multi-option lesson plans.
- Choosing school horses and keeping them happy in their work.
- Safety and insurance, and how to cope with mishaps and accidents.
- Dealing with rider problems, such as nervousness, stiffness, poor co-ordination, etc.
Table of ContentsThe British Horse Society Examination System College Qualifications (UK) Introduction — A few definitions 1. Qualities of a Riding Teacher 2. Becoming a Teacher 3. Communication 4. Understanding Horses and Riders 5. The Scales of Training 6. Planning Safe Lessons 7. Teaching Lunge and Lead-Rein Lessons 8. Teaching Children 9. Teaching Adults 10. Teaching Jumping 11. School Horses 12. Dealing with Problems 13. Teaching Games, Pony Club and Riding Clubs Example Lesson Plans Plan 1 — Eight riders, mixed abilities, mixed ages Plan 2 — Six riders just off the lead rein Plan 3 — Six riders starting to work on jumping Plan 4 — Six child riders ready to start cantering Plan 5 — Six competent riders learning to improve basic lateral work Plan 6 — Six to eight riders improving their jumping Glossary Information for Instructors Useful Addresses Index
