Icelandic Horse Experiences
-Riding and Non-Riding-
(Sessions starting in Spring 2021)
This program was created for those who are unable to join us once a week for our monthly lesson programs. We can pack more into a short visit or over a weekend.
Experience what it is like to meet a real Icelandic horse again or for the first time and ride the tolt on a trained Avondale Icelandic.
-Riding and Non-Riding-
(Sessions starting in Spring 2021)
This program was created for those who are unable to join us once a week for our monthly lesson programs. We can pack more into a short visit or over a weekend.
Experience what it is like to meet a real Icelandic horse again or for the first time and ride the tolt on a trained Avondale Icelandic.
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Want to get more out of an upcoming Icelandic Horse Vacation? Still reeling from coming back from one.
Have a dream of owning an Icelandic Horse but not sure how to do it. Want to get out of a typical lesson/training rut with their own Icelandic and take their riding to the next level taking lessons on other Icelandics. Many people are just curious to find out more about this breed. Don't go all the way to Iceland to ride a poorer quality trekking horse for hire ridden by tons of tourists. You can ride a well cared for, trained, and maintained one here. |
Instead of 4 hourly sessions each week of the month,
we can do the instruction for 2.5 hour for 2 days. 2 person minimum. If you are not coming as a pair, you can be paired up with another. People come from other part of Washington or even other states as far as Alaska to visit us. Height Minimum- 4 ft 8 inches. Weight Limit- 160-180 pounds For Beginner, Novice, Intermediate Adult Riders- Program is customized to participants needs. |
Icelandic Horse Basics (Non-Riding)
Background of the Icelandic Horse and what makes them special
Explanation and Demonstration of Icelandic Horse Gaits
Different types of color combinations and personality types
Horse and Rider Assessment in the Saddle
You will try 1 or 2 Icelandics horses in the 60 ft round arena and ride in longer lines on the mini track at a Walk/Tolt.
Then go on park trails when you are able to do the basics (sitting balanced and rein contact) and understand how stop, go, and circle.
With instructors on the ground or in the saddle, we will focus on transitions, tempo/rhythm, responsiveness, turns and diagonals, etc.
using natural trail obstacles of varied trail terrain of water, mud, bridges, hills, rocks, logs, etc.
Horse/Human Enrichment (Non-riding)
Horse Grooming and Massage
Horse Feeding in the Pasture
Horse Training Tricks
Background of the Icelandic Horse and what makes them special
Explanation and Demonstration of Icelandic Horse Gaits
Different types of color combinations and personality types
Horse and Rider Assessment in the Saddle
You will try 1 or 2 Icelandics horses in the 60 ft round arena and ride in longer lines on the mini track at a Walk/Tolt.
Then go on park trails when you are able to do the basics (sitting balanced and rein contact) and understand how stop, go, and circle.
With instructors on the ground or in the saddle, we will focus on transitions, tempo/rhythm, responsiveness, turns and diagonals, etc.
using natural trail obstacles of varied trail terrain of water, mud, bridges, hills, rocks, logs, etc.
Horse/Human Enrichment (Non-riding)
Horse Grooming and Massage
Horse Feeding in the Pasture
Horse Training Tricks
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Rider Assessments on the Ground
We do some checks on the ground before we add the horse into the equation. Assess different saddles, reins, stirrups, crops, and helmets to see what works best. We review for awareness and provide some quick fixes. Provide fitness exercise recommendations to compensate. Balanced Riding Seat Assessment Hand Position and Reins Feel Assessment Riding Leg Position Use Assessment Riding Crop Holding and Use Assessment |
Horse and Rider Assessment on the Ground
With the Horse with the student on the ground in the round pen, we will test your natural horsemanship/leadership skills Can you read what kind of horse it is?- (Lazy, Sensitive, Playful, Introverted) How is the horse reacting to you? (Fear, Defiance, or Confusion) Can you harness/change the horse's energy to cue for specific gait, speed, and direction? Horsemanship Assessment using a Lead Rope Liberty Assessment in a Round Pen |
Options especially for Horse Owners
Natural Horse-keeping of Pairs and the Herd (corral panels and hot wiring)
Training Area Options- Covered Round Pen, Mini Track, Long Track
Gait Training and Conditioning Made Easy
Saddle and Bit Options for Icelandic Horses- Dressage, Treeless, Gaited, International, and more.
Hoof Trims, Weighted Boots, and using Poles to gait better
Natural Horse-keeping of Pairs and the Herd (corral panels and hot wiring)
Training Area Options- Covered Round Pen, Mini Track, Long Track
Gait Training and Conditioning Made Easy
Saddle and Bit Options for Icelandic Horses- Dressage, Treeless, Gaited, International, and more.
Hoof Trims, Weighted Boots, and using Poles to gait better