Call for Volunteers!
We are looking for instructors /coaches to help us with Pony Pals this season! Our specific needs are as follows:
Beginner Class Instructors
Instructors teach our Basics curriculum to our Beginner Classes. There are 4 sessions, 6 weeks each, every Sunday from 1:30 to 3:30.
Instructors will follow our established lesson plans covering the basics of working with horses.
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Horse/Farm safety
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Catch, halter and lead
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Grooming
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Understanding horses, body language​
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Identification, anatomy, markings
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Basic Care
We have lesson plans for each class, so you always know what to cover for that day. Kids each receive a work book, based on their age and reading skill level.
7-9 year olds: Horse Care for Kids, Elaine Heney
9 and up: Horse Care for Kids, Cherry Hill
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We use our herd of mini horses for classes.
Classes held at Empire Hills Farm, 13330 S. Coleman Rd. in Empire.
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You can sign up for one or more sessions, but we ask that you commit to all 6 weeks.
Classes start with lesson review in the clubhouse and move to hands-on activities with the horses.
Advanced Coaching
Coaches to help with our Advanced kids’ Performance Troupe. (includes helping with off-site events as applicable)
This season goes from April to November. Practice is Sundays from 3:00 to 5:00, and Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00.
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Our advanced kids work with the mini horses in-hand, learning choreographed routines that can be performed at shows or for special events.
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Appearances also include:
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Parades
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Special events
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This year, we will expand to teaching obstacles courses, individual tricks with horses and honing a great performance group.
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​Experience with choreography, drill teams or similar is very helpful, but not necessary.
Committing to a full season isn't required, but the minimum equivalent of every other practice session would be desirable in order to build relationships with the kids and create consistency.
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