Horses aren’t just about riding
Hylee Training offers many programs for riders coming up through the levels. The EC Rider Level Program and our own monthly theory program as well as a working student program.
Monthly Theory
Here at Hylee Training, we host a monthly theory night which is free to current clients and $20 for non-clients. The only requirements is you bring yourself and a something to eat! Every theory night is potluck. The theory topics cover many areas and can include show prep, how to warm up your horse, how to feed a horse and many others. We are currently looking at booking the theory nights to Saturday evenings.
Community Involvement
Part of our process in creating great all rounded riders is community involvement. We are an active contributer to local community with Alicia sitting on the HCBC Board and various other committees including the Delta Riding Club. We are actively involved and value to participation by all clients. Students who show there are asked to help with duties.
EC Rider Level
HCBC currently administers the EC’s rider level program for High School Credits. Below is the overview for the program. If you are interested in becoming involved, please let me know.
What is the rider program?
The Equine Canada English Learn to Ride Program was developed for individuals who wish to learn safe horsemanship and practices. The purpose of this program is to produce safe and knowledge? able horse people and to assist in the development of future instructors and coaches. The Rider Level 1?8 program is a national program with national standards that rewards all riders, recreational or competitive, for advancing their learning with Certificates of Achievement and badges. This program provides riders and coaches with an attainable progression throughout the rider level framework. In addition, the program encourages all riders to ride, learn and enjoy the sport of riding while providing guidelines to coaches and instructors. At each level the candidate must successfully complete a written, practical and riding test.
What are the requirements to get High School credits for the rider program?
• Must be a Horse Council of BC member (approx. $30)
• Discuss with guidance counselor beforehand
• Inform your coach you would like to participate
How is it possible that students get high school credits for riding?
The ministry of Education has allowed the rider level program to be eligible for High School Credits towards graduation under the Occupational program. The ministry allows this with an expectation that appropriate time has been put into studying, riding and being tested.
How does the credit system work?
• English rider 2 – 2 credits
• English rider 6 – 4 credits
• English rider 8 – 4 credits
Are there additional costs for this program?
Besides your regular riding lessons the following fees apply:
• HCBC Membership (approx 30 per year)
• Books (21.50 each)
• Each test (15)
For more information please contact us
