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Rest assured, we spend countless hours desensitizing our horses in order to provide an arena for learning that is as safe as possible.  Even well-seasoned horses have been faced with objects or situations that are confusing, if not downright terrifying.  We proactively train to cope with these reactions on a regular basis.  Although there is no such thing as a "bomb-proof" horse, the SaddleUp! Foundation is proud of our "mother approved" herd.

At SaddleUp! Foundation we believe that there is much more to horsemanship than just learning to ride.  We teach our students to respect the horses, to resepct each other and to take pride in their work both inside and outside the arena.

In addition, we offer a new breed f etiquette classes designed to help kids "halter" bad behavior and "lead" by good example.  The FOundation also awards scholarchips to students who are pursuing careers in the equine and/or agricultural industries.

I Introduction to Horses
This class is an introduction to the world of horses designed for both children and adults. Students learn about the parts of the horse, breeds, colors, markings, and other interesting facts. This class offers hands-on learning experiences so students can practice grooming and tacking up, as well as safe mounting and dismounting. Each student will also receive a comprehensive manual to guide them through their equine education. This class has a strong emphasis on safety.

II Introduction to Riding
This class provides an introduction to the basics of horseback riding in both English and Western disciplines. Students learn a solid and balanced riding seat and gain comfort with the basic aids for directing the horse through its gaits. In order to meet the special needs of each rider, class size is limited.

Riding Lessons
For experienced riders looking to improve their skills, SaddleUp! offers instruction designed to meet the specific needs of every student. Our individualized approach helps develop solid skills and confidence for the experienced rider in both English and Western disciplines.

Horse Care
This class provides information about the basics of taking care of a horse. This is essential information for new horse owners and those who want to provide the best care for the horses around them. Students will learn about diet and nutrition, exercise requirements, stabling needs, general first aid, common illnesses and lameness, equipment and much, much more!

Roundpen and Groundwork
You can’t ride a horse unless you gain its respect - and respect is earned on the ground and in the roundpen. This session will demonstrate roundpen behaviors, common mistakes to avoid, and will teach students to work as a team with the horse. With practice and consistency, these exercises will help students gain and maintain the respect and attention they deserve, no matter what their level of experience.

SaddleUp! Little Fillies and Colts Too! Finishing School
Would your child rather run wild than sit down for dinner? Is their unbridled energy sometimes difficult to deal with? Does their bedroom resemble a barnyard?

Then rope them into taking part in our Little Fillies and Colts Too! Finishing School.

SaddleUp! Foundation now offers a new breed of etiquette classes for the generation raised on Bart Simpson and Britney Spears. Etiquette instructor, Shery McDonald-Galbreath (aka Ms. Bear), will corral your kids and teach them a courteous curriculum. She will guide your kids through everything from the right way to answering the phone, to putting their finger on the right fork, to figuri

ng out just which way their bread is buttered.

Plus, for those pre-teen and teenage Fillies and Colts, who are well on their way to becoming thoroughbreds, we offer insight into how to look and feel their best in lifeís many different arenas.

We know, at times, kids will be in for a rough ride. Sometimes a bully may make it hard to get back in the saddle, or peer pressure could be telling your kids to ride in the wrong direction. That’s why Ms. Bear is there, offering insight and understanding, and teaching the showmanship skills kids need to gallop towards good decisions.

Research shows children who learn socially appropriate ways to behave are mentally happier, more attentive, have more friends, and can even perform better in school. That’s why our curriculum stresses social skills and common courtesy. We teach kids polite ways to deal with life’s everyday problems and we help them understand why parents sometimes have to tighten the reins.

Quite simply, manners matter!

and The Little Fillies and Colts Too! Finishing School offers a little class to ensure that your kids are always comfortable sitting at the grown-ups stable, erhhh, ahhhh, we mean table!

Clinics:
Examples of topics covered in clinics

• Horse Confirmation - What to look for, judge our horses
• Saddle Fitting - How to choose the correct tack for your horse
• English Discipline - English riding, equipment, standards, equitation, show classes
• Western Discipline - Western riding, equipment, standards, equitation, show classes
• Gymkhanas - Western show events
• Veterinarian Care - How to care for your horse, diet, wound treatment, medication and supplements
• Foaling Clinic - Videos on a foaling, birthing process, how to imprint a young horse (field trip to breeding facility in Aurora)
• Little Fillies and Colts Too! Finishing School

2009-2010 Clinics:
We are currently organizing clinics and horse shows at SaddleUp! Foundation, dates forthcoming.  Check back as we add dates to our schedule.

Dates, Times and Details

• Check with Ms. Haley or Ms. Bear to see which clinic  would be recommend for your child.
• Each clinic will start at 10am and run until 3pm. We ask that each student bring their own lunch as we will have a picnic lunch together during the day.
• Each clinic will be offered on a first come first serve basis, with a maximum of 6 students per day, which will offer more individualized attention.
• Each clinic will include a mounted group lesson.

Cost of Clinics
Each clinic will cost $175 per day, if you are interested in purchasing 2 or 3 clinics the cost will be reduced to $165 per day, if you are interested in purchasing 4 or more clinics the cost will be reduced to $160 per day.

We will still be offering regular riding lessons throughout the summer if you would rather have your child in private riding lessons rather than our group clinics.

We hope you are interested in having your child join us for our fun summer activities, we are looking forward to having an exciting summer at the SaddleUp! Foundation Ranch. Please give Ms. Bear a call on the SaddleUp! line 303-788-1666 to check on availability for clinics.