Once again the University of Connecticut's Animal Science Department will be offering its popular Summer Riding Program to the public. Please note that each program listed below (Hunt Seat, Polo, Western riding lessons and Trail Riding) is open to children (each program has minimum age requirements) and adults.
Do you have questions regarding the Summer Riding Program? Visit our "Frequently Asked Questions" page to find answers. Click here FAQ PAGE.
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Click here for the Summer riding announcement flier(doc)
HUNT SEAT RIDING (participants must be 11 or older or will be at the 6th grade level in the fall of 2008-)-
TRAIL RIDING (participants must be at least 13 years old)-
Trail Riding will be offered May 20, 22, 27, 29, June 3 & 5. Offered to the intermediate or higher level rider. Must be 13 years of age or older. The rider may choose English or WEstern style. Ride the UConn trail system and learn best practices trail riding including how to follow markings.
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click here for Safety Rules and Regulations(doc)
click here for required release form(doc)
* All Levels *
Beginners - Advanced Beginner - Intermediates - Advanced
SESSION I MAY 19 - JUNE 6
SESSION II JUNE 16 - JULY 3
SESSION III JULY 7 - JULY 25
SESSION IV JULY 28 - AUGUST 15
POLO LESSONS - (participants should be of high school age or older)
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click here for required release form(doc)
Photo by Tom Hopkins Studio
Polo lessons will be offered
SESSION I JULY 14 - AUGUST 1
SESSION II AUGUST 4 - AUGUST 22
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click here for Safety Rules and Regulations(doc)
click here for required release form(doc)