Bathing, Plaiting, Pulling and - Anglia Ruskin U

Tuition Fee

GBP 68

Per course

Start Date

Medium of studying

On campus

Duration

3 hours

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Major

Equine Studies

Area of study

Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries

Education type

On campus

Course Language

English

Tuition Fee

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GBP 68

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Program Overview

Bathing, Plaiting, Pulling and Trimming

Overview

This course includes a mix of theory and practical tasks. You'll learn a variety of techniques including shampooing, rinsing, drying, plaiting, pulling and trimming your horse's mane and tail.

Full Description

This course includes a mix of theory and practical tasks. You'll learn a variety of techniques including shampooing, rinsing, drying, plaiting, pulling and trimming your horse's mane and tail.

Topics covered will include:

Bathing a horse
Reasons for plaiting and different styles
Use of equipment
Health and safety

Who Should Attend?

Our course is designed for anyone over 14 who needs to prepare their horse for a show.

Dates

We'll add future dates here when 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.

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Program Outline

Outline:

Course Content:

Shampooing, rinsing, and drying horses
Plaiting, pulling, and trimming manes and tails
Health and safety considerations

Course Structure:

Mix of theory and practical tasks
Instructor/student ratio: 1:12

Course Schedule:

Half-day course (three hours)
Dates to be confirmed

Individual Modules:

Bathing a horse
Reasons for plaiting and different styles

Teaching:

Instructor-led
Hands-on experience

Faculty:

Experienced equine professionals

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