Level 1, Unit 1 |
Understanding and Developing Relationships, theory |
Element |
Content |
| Equine Behaviour | Predator Prey Psychology, Differences, Similarities and Needs, fright reactions, Social structure |
| Creating Confidence | Reading language, approach and retreat, desensitising, developing curiosity, bonding. |
Level 1, Unit 2 |
Understanding and Developing Relationships, practical |
Element |
Content |
| Directional Control | Driveline, angles and positioning for effective control |
| Practical Applications | Safety and cooperation while putting on a halter |
| Personal Space | Methods for establishing, and mutual respect for, space. Why personal space is important |
| Practical Applications | Safety and cooperation while picking up feet |
| Creating Confidence | Reading language, approach and retreat, desensitising, developing curiosity, bonding. |
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Creating Movement |
Yielding using direct contact and distant signals; backwards and forwards. Hindquarter, forequarter, and lateral flexion. |
