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Swiss Trail Riding Academy

..take the reigns and be the leader.

  • Online Course Trail Riding
    Online Course Trail Riding
    Wed, Apr 01
    Apr 01, 2026, 8:00 AM – 8:05 AM
    Via Email
    online questionnaire as a course basis
  • Grundkurs 1 - Gelände- und Wanderreiter
    Grundkurs 1 - Gelände- und Wanderreiter
    May 22, 2026, 8:00 AM – May 25, 2026, 5:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Schweiz
    1. für Gelände und Wanderreiter. Online Kurs einmalig 200.-- 3 x 2 Wochenden pro Wochenende 240.-- zzgl. Uebernachtung und Verpflegung Zahlung: Der Kurs ist 30 Tage vor Beginn wie folgt zu bezahlen: Online Kurs 200.-- plus 240.-- für 1. Kursteil. Die weiteren Kursteile können jeweils bar b
  • 1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    1st Course - Cross-Country and Trail Riding
    Jun 04, 2026, 8:00 AM – Jun 07, 2026, 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.
  • Ergänzungskurs zum Wanderreiter  Erste Hilfe und Notbeschlag
    Ergänzungskurs zum Wanderreiter  Erste Hilfe und Notbeschlag
    Jun 13, 2026, 8:00 AM – Jun 14, 2026, 5:00 PM
    Schleitheim, Hinterer Wetzenhof, 8226 Schleitheim, Schweiz
    4. Ergänzungskurs für Gelände und Wanderreiter. CHF 340
  • Online Course Trail Riding
    Online Course Trail Riding
    Sat, Jun 20
    Jun 20, 2026, 8:00 AM – Jun 21, 2026, 5:00 PM
    Via Email, 8226 Schleitheim, Schweiz
    online questionnaire as a course basis

1st Course Cross-Country and Trail Riding

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

Part 1

  • Requirements for trail riding

  • trail riding horses

  • husbandry and feeding

  • education and training

Part 2

  • trail ride planning

  • orientation

  • riding organization

  • equipment

  • accommodation horse

Part 2

  • riding rights

  • Security

  • Regulate

  • hoof protection

  • poisonous plants

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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3500 km
2015
Los Andes
Argentinia
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3000 km
2017
Athens - Kassel
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5000 km
2018 & 2020
CDT
Continental Divide
Trail USA
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1600 km
2022 & 2024
GDT
Great Divide
Trail Canada
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