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Earn your degree in equestrian studies

Houghton's Equestrian Studies Program

The equestrian program at Houghton College prepares students to ride, teach, and train using the principles of classical dressage. The recreation major with equestrian concentration is often paired with a major in biology, psychology, business or a pre-veterinary track.

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Learning

Experienced riders as well as beginners have the opportunity to grow as equine caretakers and riders under the experience of our experienced, talented professors.  Equestrian studies students have the opportunity to be involved in 5 disciplines:
Equestrian studies program at Houghton College
Dressage
Hunter/jumper
Eventing
Western
Trail riding

Experienced Christian Faculty

 Houghton’s professors bring years of experience and achievement to the equestrian studies program. Professors are certified though Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) and teach based on the classical principles of dressage. Students can train under Olympic and FEI credentialed clinicians like Walter Zettl and Eddo Hoekstra, and also compete in open and USEF-recognized competitions.

Internships and Leadership Opportunities

Equestrian studies program at Houghton College

Equestrian students who dedicate themselves to the program have opportunities to step into positions of leadership including:

Managing shows, clinics, and other events
Becoming a teaching assistant for riding classes
Teaching riding lessons to community (after receiving CHA certification)
Instructing at Houghton’s summer riding camp
Serving as a club officer with the Equestrian Society

After Houghton

Equestrian studies alumni have gone on to work as horse trainers, riding instructors, barn managers and veterinarians.

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To learn more

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