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Previous experience instructing
riding on more than a casual basis is required.
Assistant Instructor
The term Assistant Instructor is
frequently used when more than one instructor exists in an operation.
An Assistant Instructor may focus primarily on teaching novice and beginning
level riding or may teach several levels of riding under the direction
of a "head" Instructor. For additional details, see Instructor.
Instructor, Riding Instructor
An Instructor is a person with
significant experience teaching people to ride. Instructors commonly
specialize in one or more types of riding such as Hunt Seat, Saddle Seat,
Western, Balanced Seat, etc. In addition, an instructor usually teaches
general horsemanship skills such as horse care, tack care, etc. Lessons
may be structured in groups where several people are taught at the same
time or as private lessons for individuals. Some Instructors specialize
in a particular age group, but many will teach riders of all ages.
Instructors commonly accompany their students to competitive events and
act as their "coach." Some Instructors are also managers responsible
for the day-to-day operation of a riding school. Instructors are
sometimes certified by an independent organization. The most common
certifying organizations are the British
Horse Society, the Certified Horsemanship
Association, and the American Riding
Instructor Certification Program. The state of Massachusetts
requires riding Instructors to hold a license. Instructor positions
may include the duties of a Barn Manager or Trainer. Supervision of other Instructors
may be required.
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