Equine Trainer

Role Description

Spend time with the equines, hone manners, exercise and support volunteers in working with the equines. 

Skills & Abilities

  • Help with chores prior to training

  • Assist equines with in adapting to saddles and bridles

  • Assist in resolving behavioral problems

  • Teach equines to perform various exercises

  • Assist in Grooming 

  • Support volunteers who want to learn how to read body language of equines, correct behavior and also assist with training. 

  • Fundraisers & Events - Participate and be an advocate for our equines at fundraisers. 

  • Keeping to the Mission of Hay Burr Inn Rescue & Sanctuary

Benefits

  • Training provides a safer environment for the horse and volunteers

  • Opportunities to expand knowledge and training style with the various backgrounds of the equines at the sanctuary

  • Make a difference for the equines 

  • Be outdoors

On-Site Training

  • Training will be providing on the site and by someone of senior level for barn care. 

  • Supervision as well as feedback will be provided on a continual basis to provide support as needed. 

How to Become an Equine Trainer

  • We request to put in at least 10 hours on a weekly basis. 

  • Selected By: Volunteer Coordinator & President   

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