Benefits of getting a horse riding license and what you can do | Thorough introduction of information such as class (type), how to get it, and cost!
On this page Horse Riding License/Riding Skill Certificate (Horse Riding License) A big feature!
Beginning with ranks, types, acquisition methods, costs, etc. for beginners divided into 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades, A thorough introduction to the benefits and what you can do with a license To do.
Combined with recommended plan information for riding clubs and classrooms such as training camps, Basic knowledge of horse riding license Let's learn.
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What is a horse riding license?
A horse riding license is defined by the National Horse Riding Club Promotion Association. Nationally unified horse riding skill certificate is.
The main purpose is to be used for recognizing riding skill levels and setting goals. Grades from 1st to 5th grade there is.
Horseback riding from 3rd to 5th grade The purpose is to acquire basic skills and basic knowledge is.
2nd and 1st grades include dressage, obstacles, endurance, etc. , requires the acquisition of more specialized skills and basic knowledge.
in any class, Practical test and written test You can get a license by clearing both.
What is rider qualification?
In addition to the horse riding license issued by the National Horse Riding Club Promotion Association, there is a license called "rider qualification".
The equestrian qualification is a horse riding qualification certified by the Japan Equestrian Federation, a public interest incorporated association, and is a license required to participate in competitions hosted by the federation.
After acquiring a horse riding license (horse riding skill certificate), those who want to participate in competitions and further improve their skills should aim to acquire a "rider qualification".
Types of riding license
Next, it is issued by the National Riding Club Promotion Association, a public interest incorporated association. Types of horse riding license (horse riding skill certificate) Let's take a look at
A horse riding license is called a “horse riding skill certification class” and the instruction method is different. Categorized into two main types: “British” and “Western” will be
What is British , is an equestrian style derived from handling warhorses that originated in Europe.
on the other hand What is Western , is an equestrian style that has its roots in cattle driving in the frontier days of the American South.
Horse riding in Japan includes events such as dressage and show jumping. British are widely known .
From here on, based on the British Types of horse riding licenses (horse riding skill certificates) and exam content for each class I'm going to put together.
British 5th grade
Practical exam
- Judging by club exercise
- Can ride and dismount
- Correct posture when stopping and walking
- Guided horses can be trotted on small sections
- Inward opening reins can be operated
- disqualification
written examination
- horse breed
- horse nature
- horse face
- handling of horses
- About club movement
- Walking and trotting, etc.
British 4th grade
Practical exam
- Judging by club exercise
- Rotating movements including walking, rolling, and half-rolling. 90° directional change and oblique forward turn in trot
- Stop-walk-trot-walk-stop can be done almost smoothly
- Able to understand just before trotting
- Able to take correct posture in trotting, can generally operate reins and legs, and can start and maintain canter.
- disqualification
written examination
- written examination
- Horse hair color (chestnut, bay, gray, etc.)
- name of horse
- harness name
- rudimentary order
- how the horse moves
British 3rd grade
Practical exam
- Starting and maintaining the canter, including the 5th and 4th grade exercises. The rate can be expanded and contracted in general, and can be rolled and half-rolled.
- You can understand the front of the canter, and you can change the front by adding walking and trotting. Appropriateness of assistance operation
- Passage of ground rungs
- disqualification
- Disqualified for 3rd offense
- Elimination if a limb comes out of Babamura
written examination
- In addition to the 5th and 4th grade items, the name of the hoof and the shape of the dressage exercise, etc.
- Saddle part name
- name of hoof
- exercise name
- About grooming tools
- About rotation
- About how the horse moves, etc.
British 3rd class and above , “Riding”, “Disturbance”, “Endurance”, etc.
If a beginner aims to obtain a horse riding license for the first time, Aim for British 5th to 3rd grade .
How to get a horse riding license
Next, How to get a horse riding license (horse riding skill certificate) I will explain about.
If a beginner is trying to get a horse riding license for the first time, the National Horse Riding Club Promotion Association will first certify it. Acquisition of level 5 horse riding skill certification Aim for
If you have taken basic lessons and training at the horse riding club / riding school, Difficulty level that approximately 90% of examinees pass It is said that
Below is Flow until the horse riding skill certification level 5 is acquired are summarized step by step.
1.Search for license training facilities
2.Take a licensing course
3. Practical test and written test
4. If you pass, you will get a 5th grade license
Horse riding license course and examination, A method of attending multiple times and a method of short-term acquisition at a training camp there is.
Using work holidays etc. Get your riding license at your own pace Let's aim for
Advantages of obtaining a horse riding license
" What can you do with a horse riding license? I think there are many people who have the question.
because, It is possible to ride a horse at a horse riding club or riding school without obtaining a horse riding license. Because it is.
The biggest advantage of getting a horse riding license is Acquiring correct knowledge about horses That's it.
How to ride a horse and how to give instructions, as well as how to care for a horse Learn the basics of communication skills with horses can do.
In addition, in horseback riding and horse trekking as sightseeing leisure, Enjoy a full-fledged outside riding course is also an advantage.
A course where you cannot be guided if you do not have a horse riding license It will be possible to ride a horse with all one's might.
In addition, by obtaining licenses such as "Baba" "Disability" "Endurance" Be able to participate in competitions Become.
A horse riding license is a qualification that can be listed on a resume in the same way as a normal car license.
Horse riding license acquisition cost
" How much does it cost to get a horse riding license? This is an inquiry item that has many questions about fees.
Next, Cost of obtaining a horse riding license I will explain about.
Horse riding license (horse riding skill certificate) issued by the National Horse Riding Club Promotion Association The examination fee is 10,000 yen (excluding tax) for all ranks. is.
In addition to that, the horse riding club/horse riding class Costs vary depending on plan content .
For example, the following charges apply.
- Facility usage fee
- Riding club enrollment fee
- Lesson fee
- Horse harness rental fee
- Insurance fee
- text fee
- Such
The examination fee and the above are combined The overall cost is around 50,000 yen. It is said that
As I mentioned earlier, the price setting varies depending on the horse riding club/horse riding school. Check not only the price but also the details of the plan before making a reservation Let.
Horse riding license acquisition recommended plan
Finally, Activity Japan accepts Internet advance reservations " Horse riding license acquisition recommended plan will be introduced in descending order of price.
Aiming to acquire a license in a short period of time, not just by dividing the course process into several days Information on training camp plans is also possible is.
Refer to information such as course location (access), content of horse riding license acquisition course and required number of days Comparison of plan selection Please help us.
