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HORSE & STABLE MANAGEMENT

Horse and rider jumping a fence, skills taught on a equine course at Hadlow College

Resources

64 horses, a number of which are ex-competition, including foals and stallions
2 indoor arenas, one of which is international size (35m x 60m)
Outdoor manege (40m x 50m)
Extensive cross country courses including water jumps, coffins and banks
Show jumping paddock and jumping lane
Horse weighbridge, high speed treadmill, horse walker and stocks
Science laboratories
Recognised competition and BHS examination centre

Typical Employers
Competition centres, yards, research centres, feed manufacturers, event management agencies, equine welfare organisations, riding schools, racing yards, studs and equine veterinary clinics.

Industry Links

Students at Hadlow receive a 5% discount at Speedgate Saddlery. Students also benefit from strong links with international competition riders, the Society of Master Saddlers, Ken Lyndon-Dykes and the partnership with Bell Equine veterinary practice.

More about Equine Courses faculty

This course is suitable for those interested in pursuing BHS Horse Care examinations, but equally of interest to new horse owners. It covers basic horse care, grooming, stable management, horse clothing, stable construction as well as providing a knowledge of tack and equipment.

Entry Requirements

An interest in the subject.

Location
Hadlow

Start Date

Daytime: Saturday 25th September 2009, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Daytime: Saturday 16th January 2010, 2;00pm - 4;00pm

Daytime: Saturday 24th April 2010, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Course Duration
8 weeks.

Tuition Fee

£250