Off-Horse Classes

Now you can become an expert on horses, tack, and equestrian safety while you learn how to stop those riding aches and pains. Best of all, classes are offered all year round - even in winter!

What are "off-horse" classes?

Affordable workshops that are designed to boost your horse know-how while keeping you in shape for the upcoming riding season.

Phase I Classes are for anyone over the age of 16. We'll demystify horse behavior, explain how to choose and buy tack, clothing, and gear, and team up with local aerobics, martial arts, and isometrics experts to teach you some easy equestrian fitness routines.

Horsing Around Classes are for families with children, and are offered through the Rathdrum Department of Recreation.

All off-horse classes are about equine fun, fitness, and friendship. In the long gray months of winter you'll get a nice dose of horse-happiness. There's no better way to connect with other horse lovers in your area.

Where and when are they offered?

Phase I Classes are offered in Athol and Sandpoint. Email us for the current schedule.

Horsing Around Classes are offered at Mountain View Alternative School in Rathdrum. Email us for the current schedule or check below.

How do I sign up or get more information?

Email us, or call Sara Mason after 5:00 pm at 208-683-7315.

How much do off-horse classes cost?

We try to keep them very affordable.

• Phase I Classes (for adults) held in Athol and Sandpoint are $50 for 8 weeks.
• Horsing Around Classes (for kids) are $25 for 4 weeks.

Phase I Classes - The Mason Foundation Method: From the Ground Up

For anyone over the age of 16 who loves horses. You don't have to know how to ride, or even own a horse, to attend.

Offered at the Athol Community Center and Diamond Barb's Saddlery in Sandpoint. $50 for 8 weeks. Classes are 2 hours long, and include 30 minutes of physical fitness.

In these 8 weekly classes you'll learn:

• How horses think, feel, and communicate - so you can tell them what you want, and understand what they're trying to tell you.
• How to keep your horse healthy and happy, and minimize vet & farrier expenses.
• How to choose, buy, and care for tack so it gives you a lifetime of enjoyment without costing you an arm and a leg.
• A basic "horsemanship fitness routine," so you can keep those riding aches and pains to a minimum (don't worry - ANYONE can do these exercises - they're fun)!
• How to make every ride as safe and enjoyable as possible - for you AND your horse.
• How to get the right fit and the best deals when you shop for a helmet, boots, jacket, breeches, and other equestrian clothing and gear.
• And MUCH more!

Email us to register, or call Sara Mason after 5:00 pm at 208-683-7315.

Horsing Around! Phase I

A fun filled class has it all for horse enthusiasts of any age! Phase I covers such issues as horse and rider safety, exercise, health, nutrition, grooming, gaits, disciplines & conformation. You'll also learn much sought after practical knowledge such as tack, equipment and gear, what to buy and what not to buy, plus the best deals and where to find them.

A great class for the whole family, Horsing Around combines the basic equine knowledge base with rider skillsets. It will keep the seasoned rider interested and
teach the beginner the basics most people miss.

Class meets April 5 - 27, on Mondays, 6:00-8:00 pm at Mountain View Alternative School in Rathdrum.

Registration deadline is April 2.

$25 per person

Email us to register, or call Sara Mason after 5:00 pm at 208-683-7315.