​​​​​​​​​​​​Western Youth Horsemanship School

The University of Findlay is presenting a youth western horsemanship school to further educate interested riders. The school offers the same techniques that are taught in the ​University’s Western Equestrian Studies Program.

Novice/Intermediate Session (ages 10-18): June 20-June 24, 2024

Advanced Rider Session (ages 12-19): June 24-June 28, 2024

Students applying for the ​Advanced Rider Session must submit a​ video of ​their riding or letter of recommendation. Acceptance is based on approval by equestrian staff. 

There are a limited number of horses available for lease at each session for the additional cost of $100. If you are not planning on bringing your own horse, please call the Western office at ​419-434-4656 to confirm horse availability.​​​

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What to expect as a western youth horseman​ship camper:

• Instruction is given by Art O'Brien​ and Brandon Morin​.  Click here to view their profiles.
  

• Instruction will cover horsemanship, western pleasure, showmanship, and the fundamentals of ranch riding​.
  

• Each student will work with their own horse under the personal supervision of the equestrian staff.
  

• Lectures and demonstrations will be given daily to enhance each student's skills.
  

• Along with individual and class instruction, there will be evening video analysis to review each rider's progress.
  

• Students will also participate in recreational activities on UF's main campus.
  

Tuition: $67​5  (a $200 non-refundable deposit is required)

Included in the cost is the following:

• Room and meals
  

• T-shirt
  

• Instruction
  

• Group photo
  

• Horse board
  

• Transportation to and from the farm
  

• Riding Instruction

If you are bringing your own ​​horse:

The following vaccinations are required for all horses. Please bring records to verify. 

• Negative Coggins test.
  

• Flu, Rhino, Tetanus and Strangles vaccinations.

• Deworm your horse two weeks before arrival.

• Sawdust, cleaning equipment, water and feed buckets are provided by the University.

• You may bring your own feed.

• Parking is available if you prefer to leave your trailer.

Apply:

Applications are processed on a first come, first served basis, with limited enrollment. Upon acceptance, a confirmation letter will be sent with further details.

Our application is available by clicking the button below and can be mailed to Carol Browne at the address listed below:

Contact information:

Carol Browne
[email protected]
419-434-4656