The Refuge Equestrian Center

The Refuge Equestrian Center Experience the joy of horses in a safe, fun, and hopefilled Christian environment. Faith Based Equine Assisted Philosophy Certified (FBEAP)
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Training through hope inspired horsemanship.

Introducing the newest member of our family here at TREC- Atrivedo’s Lakota do High Country (aka Indigo) She is a 3yr ol...
11/08/2024

Introducing the newest member of our family here at TREC-
Atrivedo’s Lakota do High Country (aka Indigo)

She is a 3yr old Mangalarga Marchador mare.
She’s been with us about a month now and doing amazing.
We feel so blessed to be apart of owning such a special, rare breed here in the USA.

So proud of these 2! “L” and Solo had a great ride last week. She is such a good example of hard work and determination ...
11/08/2024

So proud of these 2! “L” and Solo had a great ride last week. She is such a good example of hard work and determination in seeing dreams come true. So excited to see more goals accomplished and dreams come true in this next season! 🎉🎉

So proud of my student “G”and Serena! They placed 1st and 2nd place in the International Horse Agility Club.
11/08/2024

So proud of my student “G”and Serena! They placed 1st and 2nd place in the International Horse Agility Club.

Have you always dreamed of becoming a horse trainer? New courses starting this Fall!
08/23/2024

Have you always dreamed of becoming a horse trainer? New courses starting this Fall!

Do your homeschool students have a passion for horses? Here’s a great article on how you can implement equine studies in...
08/21/2024

Do your homeschool students have a passion for horses? Here’s a great article on how you can implement equine studies into their curriculum. Our Homeschool Apprenticeship for Teens is perfect for students with a love for horses!

How did we tailor high school science for our horse loving daughter? The plans are detailed in this post. By the way, she's doing great in college!

Apprenticeship for Homeschool students starting this Fall! Reimbursable with Step Up Scholarship Students! Limited space...
08/18/2024

Apprenticeship for Homeschool students starting this Fall! Reimbursable with Step Up Scholarship Students! Limited space available, sign up now! Register below to save your spot. https://form.jotform.com/222638652377060

We always try and implement this same philosophy here at TREC. Working towards independence in every area while working ...
08/11/2024

We always try and implement this same philosophy here at TREC. Working towards independence in every area while working with horses empowers the students and builds confidence.
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Make Them Carry Their Saddle

A father of a darling girl and I were talking last week and he said that he wanted his daughter to ride more and not have to do the work part of the catching, grooming, and saddling. I smiled as I explained.

Riding horses is a combination of strength, timing, and balance. Kids in this country are physically weak (unless they are actively involved with weight training and physical conditioning 4+ times a week.)

When you walk out to the field, you are clearing your stress from being under fluorescent lights all day; feeling the sun soak into your bones. As your body moves on uneven surfaces, it strengthens your legs and core.

When you groom your horse (especially currying), you are toning your arms and stabilizing your core.

When you carry your saddle, your arms, chest, and back are doing isolated strengthening work.

Being near horses, calms and makes you tune into the splendor of these empathetic animals.

When you ride at a posting trot, it’s equivalent to a slow jog calorie burn wise.

After a lesson, the riders are physically tired and mentally quiet and balanced.

Horses feel your heart beat and mirror your emotions back.

Riding large and somewhat unpredictable animals makes you resilient and pushes your expectations.

Working with horses is so much more than learning how to ride.

So parents, make your children carry their saddles. Don’t do the hard parts for them, as long term it actually hurts them. To advance with their riding, they must get stronger. You can help by doing the high parts.

I love having you all at the farm, and am so grateful to get to share these fascinating animals with you.

Hannah Campbell Zapletal

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