Queen of Hearts Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. (QOH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit program that offers equine-assisted therapy to support the development of disabled children and adults living in Southern California's Inland Empire and surrounding areas.

This course is meant to give information about QoH, as well as provide a portal to complete the volunteer orientation and training.

Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Horsemanship

    • The Horse's Mind
  • 2

    Before the Lesson

    • Sidewalker Introduction

    • Sidewalker Pre-lesson

    • Sidewalker Training Video

    • Helmet Fit

    • Lesson Preparation

    • Mounting

    • Riding Skills
  • 3

    During the Lesson

    • During the Lesson

    • Ultimate Rider Safety

    • The Rider's Mind

    • Rider Position

    • When Two Sidewalkers are in a Lesson

    • Physical Support During the Lesson
  • 4

    After the Lesson

    • Dismounting

    • Emergency Dismounting Procedure

    • Emergency Dismount Video

    • Sidewalker Quiz