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30 people are interested
Horse Leader
ORGANIZATION: Hearts & Horses
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30 people are interested
Horse Leader: The Horse Leader takes responsibility for the horse before, during, and after a class. Horse Leaders will ready the horse for class, lead the horse during class, put the horse away after class, and correctly put away tack and equipment. Horse Leader tasks include:
- Groom and tack horse as directed by instructor.
- Aid in mounting by leading the horse to the appropriate site.
- Lead the horse for the rider as specified by the instructor.
- Maintain safety in the arena by keeping horse at a safe distance from other horses, people, fences and other objects.
- Follow instructor directions inside and outside of the arena.
- Take the horse back to the appropriate stall or pasture after un-tacking.
- Work as a team with staff and volunteers.
***Volunteers who are interested in positions that involve working directly with horses (i.e. horse leader or side walker) must be able to physically react with agility and swiftness to maximize safety of the rider and control of the horse.
More opportunities with Hearts & Horses
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Hearts & Horses
Location:
163 N County Road 29, Loveland, CO 80537, US
Mission Statement
Hearts and Horses Therapeutic Riding Center promotes the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well being of people with special needs through equine assisted therapy.
Description
Who we are... Hearts and Horses is a remarkable organization that offers therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with a wide range of special needs. Professionals, staff and more than 200 volunteers per week, provide a window into the freedom of a more able-bodied lifestyle. Therapeutic riding challenges clients at their individual levels. Riders are supported and encouraged to meet their goals. Our instructors are rigorously trained and certified by PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International.)
Why Horses... The natural gait (movement) of the horse simulates human walking movement that cannot be replicated mechanically. While riding, clients must constantly make postural adjustments to maintain their balance, which in turn increases their overall balance, orientation, and body awareness. Other benefits include improved muscle tone, posture, range of motion, flexibility, social skills and emotional well being.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
PO Box 2675163 N Carter Lake RdLoveland, CO 80537
DATE POSTED
June 22, 2016
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training