The 2011 TES Horsemanship Certification Program

Horsemanship is about much more than just learning to ride. It’s about developing and maintaining happy, healthy, and sound horses. At TES, we are committed to teaching riders to become true horsemen — both in and out of the saddle.  That's why we're proud to offer our new Horsemanship Certification program. This 10-session lecture series educates riders on a range of topics that are essential to proper horse care.

From feeding to saddle fit, from first aid to hoof care, the TES Horsemanship Certification Series will teach you how to better care for your equine partners. Whether you own your own horse or aspire to one day, and regardless of your riding ability, you will benefit from the wealth of knowledge available through the program.

Each 60-minute seminar combines a classroom lecture with live demonstrations inside the TES stable. Seminars are led by experienced, working professionals in the equine industry, and include written materials to take home. All of the TES Horsemanship Certification sessions can be purchased individually, or sign up for the entire 10-session course at a discount. Students who complete all 10 sessions will receive a certificate of completion and a free group riding lesson!

Schedule of Classes
Classes meet Tuesday evening from 7pm-8pm

November 1- Conformation Basics
November 8- Saddle Fitting for Horse and Rider
November 15- Bit and Bridle Fit and Function
November 29-Training and Equipment Basics
December 6- Basic Equine First Aid
December 13- Equine Preventative Maintenance
December 20- Feed and Supplement Overview
December 27- Hoof Care for Horse Owners
January 3- Grooming for Good Health
January 10- Blanketing: When, Why and How
*No class the week of Thanksgiving

Cost per individual session: $35
Cost for 10-session Certification Series: $315
Reservations and pre-payment are required; please call (818) 569-3666 to sign up!

From the  Glendale News-Press

The Los Angeles Equestrian Center on Wednesday was transformed into a classroom for 27 R. D. White Elementary School students who took a lesson in equestrian lingo, tacking techniques and horseback riding.

"They are so pretty," said Jessica Galan, 8. "I like the color of them. And I like that they are so gentle, you don't have to worry that they will get angry or bite you."
The participating students are all part of the R.D. White Early Educational Extended Learning Program (EEELP), which serves working parents by providing a structured learning environment for children during after school hours and on district student-free days.

Head teacher Linda Makarzec developed a horse-related lesson plan for the students upon their request. They were inspired, she said, after reading several horse-related books, including "Black Beauty." And their interest continues to grow, she said.

Students have studied the history of the horse as it relates to developments in agriculture and transportation, as well as sport and leisure activities, Makarzec said.

Our School is conveniently located at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, California. We offer group, private and semi-private lessons for children and adults in Dressage, Hunt Seat, Jumping and Western for beginning through advanced level riders. Special activities include school horse shows, lectures and clinics, summer camps, riding clubs, working student program and horse leasing program. For students who board horses at the LAEC, we provides a wide range of special services from supplemental feeding to training.