Safety Around the Barn

STUDENTS 

Helmet: All students in mounted classes are required to wear a properly fitting helmet meeting the current ASTM/SEI standard.  It is recommended you replace the helmet every 5 years. We do have lesson helmets available so you can learn your size before purchasing your own. Helmets are provided at events, camps, and workshops.

Shoes or boots: All students must wear closed-toed shoes, securely attached. Mounted students are required to wear specifically shoes or boots with heels and smooth soles. The heels prevent feet from slipping through the stirrups. 

Pants: All students participating in mounted classes are required to wear long pants that fit at the waist. Long pants help prevent sores on the legs. 

Gloves: All students participating in classes are strongly advised to wear riding gloves. 

Fingernails: Fingernails must be kept short (the whites no longer than 1/4”). 

Jewelry: No dangling jewelry. It is recommended to also remove rings. 

NEVER Chew gum: You could choke or bite your tongue. 

OBSERVERS 

Shoes: Shoes must be worn at all times. Closed-toed shoes are required in the tack and riding areas. 

Jewelry: Dangling jewelry is not allowed in the tack and riding areas.