Apprenctice Program - what it is
As an apprentice, you will work in exchange for lessons, instruction, and training to be a riding instructor.  Not all apprentices will automatically be hired – although qualified candidates will be offered a paid instructor position.  

How Long:
The length of your apprenticeship depends on your learning speed and the skills you bring to the program.

Hours: You must commit at least 10 hours per week to the program, including Saturdays from 11:00 – 5:00. You may join either part or full time, and, if you are hired, you may be hired either part or full time.

Requirements as an Apprentice:

• Minimum 10 hours per week.
• Shadow lessons (min. of 30 hours)
• Physical barn work

What You Need:
Appropriate riding clothes including britches, boots, and helmet. Your own housing and transportation to and from the barn.

What You Will Get!:

• Leg Up Lesson Program semester enrollment (value: $1,100 weekly mouted classes).
  
  
• Instructor Course - 10 weeks, value: $590).
  Hands on Experience with mentorship from a Master Instructor
  
  
• Ongoing training and Support including:
  Leadership Ttraining, Horse Care and Stable Management, Horse training, Advanced Riding Instrction (level qualified): Dressage and Eventing.

Additional Benefits:

The opportunity to work at a equestrian program that is a National Model of Excellence in Horsemanship and Riding, and the joy of bringing the magic of the horse to people.

Possibly, your dream career!

Leg Up is a national model of excellence in horsemanship and riding instruction.  Our program exists to bring the magic of the horse to our students and future Riding Instructors. 

Are you ready!
Apprenctice application

 

Where do you want to go? 

 

Become a Leg Up Riding Instructor!