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Swiss Trail Riding Academy

..take the reigns and be the leader.

  • Online Course Trail Riding
    Online Course Trail Riding
    Apr 02, 2025, 8:00 AM – 8:05 AM
    Via Email
    online questionnaire as a course basis
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    Apr 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – Apr 13, 2025, 4:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Switzerland
    Basic course for cross-country and trail riders. Online course one-off 200.-- 3 x 2 weekends per weekend 240.-- plus accommodation and meals Payment: The course is to be paid 30 days before the start as follows: Online course 200.-- plus 240.-- for the first part of the course. The other parts of the course can be paid in cash.
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    Apr 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – Apr 27, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Switzerland
    Basic course for cross-country and trail riders. Online course one-off 200.-- 3 x 2 weekends per weekend 240.-- plus accommodation and meals Payment: The course is to be paid 30 days before the start as follows: Online course 200.-- plus 240.-- for the first part of the course. The other parts of the course can be paid in cash.
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    May 03, 2025, 9:00 AM – May 04, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Switzerland
    Basic course for cross-country and trail riders. Online course one-off 200.-- 3 x 2 weekends per weekend 240.-- plus accommodation and meals Payment: The course is to be paid 30 days before the start as follows: Online course 200.-- plus 240.-- for the first part of the course. The other parts of the course can be paid in cash.
  • 2025 Swiss Trail Riding Meeting
    2025 Swiss Trail Riding Meeting
    May 09, 2025, 4:00 PM – May 11, 2025, 4:00 PM
    Engelberg, Engelbergerstrasse 66, 6390 Engelberg, Switzerland
    Günter Wamser (adventure rider) and Peter van der Gugten (Alpine trekker) invite you to the Swiss Trail Riders' Meeting on 2-3 May 2025. Exchange and workshops
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    May 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – May 18, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Switzerland
    Basic course for cross-country and trail riders. Online course one-off 200.-- 3 x 2 weekends per weekend 240.-- plus accommodation and meals Payment: The course is to be paid 30 days before the start as follows: Online course 200.-- plus 240.-- for the first part of the course. The other parts of the course can be paid in cash.
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    May 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Switzerland
    Basic course for cross-country and trail riders. Online course one-off 200.-- 3 x 2 weekends per weekend 240.-- plus accommodation and meals Payment: The course is to be paid 30 days before the start as follows: Online course 200.-- plus 240.-- for the first part of the course. The other parts of the course can be paid in cash.
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    May 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – Jun 01, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Switzerland
    Basic course for cross-country and trail riders. Online course one-off 200.-- 3 x 2 weekends per weekend 240.-- plus accommodation and meals Payment: The course must be paid 30 days before the start as follows: Online course 200.-- plus 240.-- for the first part of the course. The other parts of the course can be paid in cash.
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    Jun 07, 2025, 9:00 AM – Jun 08, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Switzerland
    Basic course for cross-country and trail riders. Online course one-off 200.-- 3 x 2 weekends per weekend 240.-- plus accommodation and meals Payment: The course must be paid 30 days before the start as follows: Online course 200.-- plus 240.-- for the first part of the course. The other parts of the course can be paid in cash.

1st Course Cross-Country and Trail Riding

trail riders in the mountains
3 x 2 days theory and practice

Part 1

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  • Requirements for trail riding

  • trail riding horses

  • husbandry and feeding

  • education and training

Part 2

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  • trail ride planning

  • orientation

  • riding organization

  • equipment

  • accommodation horse

Part 2

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  • riding rights

  • Security

  • Regulate

  • hoof protection

  • poisonous plants

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2nd Supplementary Course Emergency Shoeing / First Aid

hoof care
2 days of theory and practice
emergency shoeing course

  • We practice on the dead hoof,

  • remove iron,

  • judging

  • emergency fitting

  • barefoot care

  • and hoof protection

first aid

first aid course
We develop different scenarios of accidents and

learn how to react correctly.
1st Aid for Humans and Horses

3rd Test Ride for Trail Riders

Horse Riding in the Valley
2 days according to map in unknown terrain
cross-country rider - trail rider exam

We are on the road for two days and spend the night outside. Everyone leads the group for part of the ride.
We cross streets and

cross bridges.
There is a written test on the level of knowledge.

  • Cross-country riders ride in familiar terrain, which means that map reading and orientation in the terrain are not tested.

  • Trail rider rides in unfamiliar terrain and map reading is tested.

4. Supplementary Course Cross-Country Riding Guide / Trail Riding Guide

Couple's Ride
2 days of theory and practice
Preparation for trail riding or cross-country riding
Leader

You prepare a 3-day ride with an announcement and ride planning.

You have already completed at least 20 riding days with guided rides

and completed a first aid course less than 12 months ago.

You will receive documentation about the ride with information about insurance and legal matters.

5. Test ride cross-country riding guide / trail riding guide

riders in the mountains
2 days in unknown terrain according to map
Trail Riding Guide/Cross-Country Riding Guide Examination

You bring at least 3 participants to the test and lead the group over 2 days in familiar terrain or unfamiliar terrain using a map.

You will be faced with some challenges and will have to answer a written questionnaire.

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