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4-H Horsemanship Skills Program
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Horsemanship Skills ProgramPlanned progression of
handling and riding skills4-H member learns skills,
is tested, and completes one level before advancing to next level.
Not competitive!Every youth can
participate and succeed.Initial levels (1&2) are
required to compete in the State 4-H Horse Show.
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Objectives of the ProgramDevelop horsemanship &
safety skillsRecognize individual
member accomplishment & achievement of goals
Educate youth, volunteers, parents and professionals
Promote cooperation and teamwork
Develop life skills in youth
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Skill Level 1ALL members MUST
start at Level 1!This includes minis
and driving horsesEmphasizes basic,
correct and safe ground handling for all disciplines
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Skill Level 2Builds a solid foundation
of handling and horsemanship skills
Separate evaluations for Driving & Riding Horses
Examples:Ground DrivingDriving from a cartControl of horse at all
three gaitsSimple lead changes
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Skill Levels 3 & 4More advanced control
and confidenceExamples:
Lunge horseMore advanced turns on
forehand, hindquarterMore advanced
transitions and gaits More lateral
movements; leg yield at trot/jog
Counter canter
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Requirements for 2014 State ShowEveryone must have
passed levels 1 & 2 unless they have shown that horse previously at the State Show!Only exception is non-
driving Miniature horsesRiding Horses Riding 2Driving Horses & Minis (if
applicable) Driving 2All requirements must be
completed prior to entering the State Show!
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Youth EvaluationsWhere to find:
Horse Program calendarHorsemanship Skills
CalendarSeveral evaluations held in
each district each yearList of evaluated youth is
maintained online and updated as received by the State OfficeEvaluation information is
sent by event managersEvaluation copies are not
sent to the State Office!
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Trained EvaluatorsNot Instructors!Assess safety of
youth/horses.2+ Present at all
evaluationsCannot evaluate your
own 4-H’ers!Trainings held each year,
Contact District Horse Council if interested
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Website ReferencesEverything you need
is here:Horsemanship Skills
ProgramYou can always
email/call if you need help!
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Questions?????