Dressage at ROMRA / Classical Dressage to Olympic Standards

EQUESTRIAN EDUCATION PROGRAMS ...
and Riding Instructor Certification

APPRENTICESHIPS :

     An excellent program for those who desire to be professionals with careers in the horse industry as trainers, advanced competitors or
riding instructors (including preparation for USDF and BHS certification requirements).

     The apprenticeship entails a one-on-one teacher / student relationship in which the student has the opportunity to learn under the careful tutelage and ever watchful eye of the master - with the many benefits to be derived from receiving his personal attention.

     Teaching is more intimately conveyed and learning more profound
when the student has the privilege to "sit on the saddle that is still warm from the Master's seat".

     Only an extended period of study under the same master will afford the clear insight into classical riding and the encouragement that a growing professional needs.

       Our apprentices receive a minimum of 50 hours
                    of formal instruction per month;
      ( including professional lectures / demonstrations )

                  Advanced apprentices ride at least
                       5 educated horses per day.

* Internships are available by special arrangement. ( see below )
Please contact

for more information.

RIDING INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION : We prepare those who are interested in becoming professional riding instructors to take the USDF and BHS certification exams.

also offers certification by
Robert O. Mayer, B.H.S.I., FN.

for those who desire to become specialized in classical dressage instruction and training.

INTERNSHIPS :

People often seek an internship in order to gain practical experience in their field of interest before seeking positions in the horse industry; or to fulfill requirements for college courses and so on.

      We specialize in training people to pass professional instructor exams with the USDF   ... there are three :
          the first being that of assistant instructor (second level) ;
          the second - the instructor's exam (through fourth level) and ...
          the third - the trainer's license; through Grand Prix.

( There are similar programs in Europe that prepare students to similar to first level instructor / trainer. However, the applicant must already be showing at first level when starting the program; and requires some
knowledge of a foreign language.)

      Internships that are structured to meet a specific goal can be
arranged - as with a Shadow Program, but at a less intense pace.     It is possible an Internship for set periods of time - over time, in order to work toward a desired level of achievement.
     Interns would be welcome to come back periodically - as you
are able - to continue your training.
    Should the intern decide to pursue an apprenticeship at some point,
he / she would already know the "routine" and could pick up where they
left off as an Apprentice without having to pay the tuition costs again.

We are in the process of setting up a program whereby Internships
can "specialized" and receive certification for that particular
area of study, for example :

riding w/ emphasis on stable management;
riding w/ emphasis on minor veterinary concerns / nutrition;
riding w/ emphasis on becoming a scribe at shows and showing in general.

These goals can be worked toward over a non-specified period of time -
until the requirements have been met and proficiency has been achieved.

WORKING STUDENT :

For those who are interested in becoming a Working Student -
we sometimes accept a limited number of persons willing to work

in exchange for riding instruction.

Riding Instruction / housing and money earned will be exchanged

on a direct dollar for dollar basis.

Each person will need to be trained RE: proper procedure.

A resume, references and personal interview are required.

Duties assigned will depend upon the individual's level of skill

and experience.

Be sure to mention any "special skills" that you may have.

SHADOW PROGRAM :

RIDING "VACATION" / PERSONAL CLINIC / INTENSIVE INSTRUCTION

A 'one on one' personalized "clinic" ...

          ... intensive riding and training sessions
                      for PROFESSIONALS, COMPETITORS,
                      HORSE OWNERS,
                      and SERIOUS STUDENTS ...

            A highly specialized course of instruction -
            tailored specifically to the needs and goals
                             of the individual rider...
        in which the student - over a short period of time -
     will acquire concentrated education and accelerated
                   development of skills RE: DRESSAGE ;

                be it riding, teaching, training, showing,
             riding gymnastics or YOGA related subjects.

              ( limited housing available by the week or month )

RIDING "VACATION" / PERSONAL CLINIC / INTENSIVE INSTRUCTION

     As with ALL programs at , the Shadow Program is designed to meet specifically the needs of the individual.

     Riders at any level are, of course, welcome.
     Arrangements can be made for horse owners to include their horses in the training sessions ... or ... to learn classical riding principles on our very capable schoolmasters.

CLINICS and SEMINARS :

Each clinic is tailored to the needs of any group (advanced or novice dressage riders alike) and can be set up to include any combination of the following -

Riding instruction, training sessions with your horse at the clinic site, addressing problem horses, educational workshops for instructors, riding gymnastics, lectures on any horse-related topic (including Question and Answer sessions if desired) and YOGA.

Upcoming Clinics / Workshops

INSTRUCTORS' WORKSHOPS :

      Learn the time proven principles of Classical Dressage which underlie the entire concept, discipline, correct interpretation and practice of DRESSAGE.

     Gain valuable insight into teaching and training techniques which will make Dressage instruction easier and more efficient.

     Add to your knowledge the principles which apply to the correct classical seat and proper application of the aids.

     Included will be in-depth discussion on the need for and great value of the correct application of the SCHOOL FIGURES - how to ride and teach them correctly; and how to address riders in formal language.