UNC PE Program

UNC PE Program

Equestrian Arts Institute hosts and teaches the horseback riding classes that are offered through the PE Department at UNC-CH. These classes are a fun reprive for students from the daily rigors of traditional academics. These course do count towards students GPA, but they do not count towards graduation requirements.

Beginners Horseback Riding PHYA 219
	This class is for students that little to no riding experience. Students that rode as a child, but do have a strong recall of what they learned, may want to sign-up for this level. We encourage students to purchase a few basic items, including helmet and appropriate footwear (hard sole with a heel - NO SNEAKERS). Long pants (preferably breeches and/or leggings, but jeans allowed) are required as well. Students learn the basis of handling a horse, grooming/tacking and walk/trot. By the end of the semester some students are introduced to trotting over groundpoles and possibly the canter. Throughout the semester their are two trail rides planned, so students can utilize their skills outside the arena. Along with the mounted lessons, students receive 1-2 unmounted lectures throughout the semester that cover various topics such as: "What is Dressage and Eventing?" and basic management topics (colors, markings, etc...)

Intermediate Horseback Riding PHYA 319
	This class is designed for students that are competent at the walk/trot, with in introduction to the canter. An introduction to groundpoles and/or jumping is great, but not necessary. Students at this level are required to purchase their own helmet and wear proper riding attire: including breeches and riding boots (paddock or tall, synthetic or leather are all okay). Please email Amy for more information regarding attire (ncsuequine@hotmail.com) Students will receive a refresher course in grooming/tacking and riding basics at the walk/trot. We will then move onto the canter and develop a good canter seat. Then jumping is introduced. By the end of the semester, most students are competent at navigating 2'-2'3" jumps. Intermediate level students have the opportunity to show off-site in dressage and possibly jumping competitions. While showing is not mandatory, it is a fun way to show off skills acquired throughout the semester.

Advanced Horseback Riding PHYA 419
	This class is designed for students that are competent at the walk/trot/canter, jumping experience is always handy, but not mandatory. Students at this level are expected to have appropriate riding attire: boots (either tall boots or paddocks w/ half chaps), breeches (riding pants) and helmet. Students are more the welcome to use their own tack if they have it. Students will be introduced to the basics of dressage movements, including acceptance and leg yields. Over fences will include gymnastics (grid work), course work and an intro to cross-country jumping (natural obstacles). By the end of the semester all students will be able to complete a course of at least 2'3". Lectures topics may include advanced jumping techniques, walking cross-country courses, and dressage techniques Advanced Level students will have the opportunity to compete off-site at local dressage and jumping competitions. While showing is not mandatory, it is a fun way to show off skills acquired throughout the semester.

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