2010-2011 - Sweet Briar College

2010-2011 Catalog riding programand museum curating, as well as others withinthe diverse aspects of the horse industry.The College does not offer a major or minorin equestrian studies, but it does offer a certificatein Equine Studies. The vast majority ofcourses offered by the Riding Program, otherthan those taken to fulfill the physical activityrequirement, will not count toward graduationrequirements. However, all courses taken willbe recorded on the transcript and will indicatethe development of a good general background,as well as some specialization on an advancedlevel. If you are considering pursuing employmentin this field, a Sweet Briar College liberalarts degree, an official transcript listing coursesand internships successfully completed in theRiding Program, and a personal letter fromthe Director of the Riding Program will bemost valuable in securing a good employmentopportunity.RecreationThe program sponsors informal, organized,and educational recreational activities throughoutthe year. These opportunities include trailriding independently seven days a week, guidedtrail rides at least several times a week, independentriding seven days a week in outdoor ringsor indoors with music. Field trips, Fun Showsand organized games such as an Easter egg huntare also offered.LeadershipThe program has a range of leadership opportunitiesthat include the Riding Program AdvisoryCommittee, the Student Riding Council, studentteacher program, trail guides, and activitymanagement positions such as horse showcoordinator. There are also internships, externships,and other employment opportunitiessuch as weekend stable worker, head of tack,and office assistants.Riding Program CoursesThere is an additional fee for riding (see CollegeFees).Instruction is provided for the beginninglevel through advanced levels, includingschooling and AHSA hunter, jumper and equitationlevels to accommodate students of varyingabilities and experience. These courses areoffered to fulfill the General Education PhysicalActivity requirement (IV.3) and a maximumof five credits in physical education activitycourses and/or Riding Program activity coursesmay be applied toward the degree. Beyond this,students who elect to continue a riding educationshould register each semester for a coursewhich meets their interests and goals. A minimumof two instructional sessions per week,as well as theory/written work, is required forthe successful completion of a course. Creditis given at the rate of 0.5 credits per quarteror 1 credit per semester. In addition, severalspecial courses are offered for full academiccredit. Courses are offered on a rotating basis.Please consult the Riding Program Handbookfor descriptions of current courses, the fiveyearschedule of course offerings, and for otherinformation about the program.Activity courses are graded on a P/CR/NCgrading option only.RDPR 162 - Pre-positionRDPR 163 - PositionRDPR 164 - Advanced PositionRDPR 165 - Position with Hacking IRDPR 167 - Independent Riders w/Hacking IRDPR 171 - Position and Basic DressageRDPR 173 - Competitive Trail RidingRDPR 175 - Position with Introduction toJumpingRDPR 181 - Position and Basic Dressage IIRDPR 185 - Jumping Fundamentals IRDPR 186 - Jumping Fundamentals IIRDPR 188 - Riding ProblemsRDPR 196 - Introduction to Riding CoursesIRDPR 197 - Introduction to Riding CoursesIIRDPR 198 - Introduction to NaturalHorsemanship183­