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How to Mount & Dismount a Horse

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Watch as a horse expert demonstrates everything you need to know about how to mount and dismount a horse in this free online video about horseback riding.

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Summary: The bond between human and horse has existed for a very long time. Often, just a horse's calming presence does wonders for the human spirit. In today's world, where many of us are disconnected to these large animals, encounters with these majestic creatures may be hard to come by. However, there are many people who still create a caring and exciting relationship with horses.

In this free video series, an expert explains everything you need to know about mounting and dismounting a horse. Learn the proper foot and rein positions, how to use your stirrups, and even how to care for your horse after you finish riding.

About the Expert

Expert: Mara Keith-Hunter is a lifelong equestrian and head coach for the Hampshire College equestrian team. She rode in the Intercollegiate National Horse Show for both the University of Findlay and the University of Massachusetts on their English equitation teams. She received her associate’s degree in equine studies at the University of Findlay and a bachelor’s degree in Equine Business Management at the University of Massachusetts. She was a part of the reserve national team two years in row for the University of Findlay and individually earned both champion and reserve champion honors. Currently she teaches riding lessons and trains horses at Sycamore Stables in Amherst, Massachusetts.

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