Program Overview

How to Clip a Horse

Overview

Clipping a horse is often part of showing horses; displaying neatness and improving their appearance. This course is suitable for beginners and will provide you with the theory and practical training required.

Full Description

On completion of the training you'll have been shown a variety of clipping techniques and have an awareness of the essential safety measures.

• Health and safety
• Reasons for clipping
• Equipment used
• Horse clipping techniques

This course is not offered during the summer.

The instructor/studio ration is 1:12.

Free parking is available on campus in Writtle: we'll issue a permit to you and ask that it's clearly displayed in your vehicle. Tea and coffee-making facilities are available; please bring any other refreshments.

Who Should Attend?

This 3 hour workshop is suitable for beginners to horse clipping.

Dates

Please register your interest in future courses and we'll be in touch when dates are confirmed.

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.

Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.

Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.

Where Can I Study?

Writtle Campus

Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

Standard Booking

£68

Entry Requirements

You must be over 14 to join this course; parental consent will be required.

There are no formal entry requirements, though please come appropriately dressed for an equine yard with an approved riding hat, gloves and boots.

By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in the course.