Classical Dressage Intern/Working Student

Classical dressage intern program now open for students starting July 1st or later! Packages of stays for 3 months or 6 months available, though longer term is preferred. This is an excellent opportunity for serious students to learn the art of classical dressage, including the work in-hand, working equitation, and mounted longsword fencing from an FEI level Certified Classical Dressage Instructor. Students assist with stable chores, including cleaning, feeding, grooming, and assisting with events. Students receive six lessons per week in exchange for six days of work in addition to free participation in hosted workshops, lectures, etc. There is a wide range of lesson types available, and working students also assist with horses in training (starting young horses, assisting with in-hand work, etc.). There is also enough time in the day and extra assistance for students to pursue online education.

Applicants must be eager to learn, organized, and responsible. They must also have good communication skills, as we emphasize open communication and have zero tolerance for barn drama (all drama must be settled via duel with foam swords... this is the way). They must be experienced in grooming and be comfortable riding at walk/trot/canter. There are opportunities to compete with coaching and participate in clinics as we host them. For long-term students, there are seasonal opportunities to learn about breeding and other aspects of stable management. If the student shows enough proficiency and wants to participate, they can exhibit horses at demos and exhibitions. $500/month stipend and living quarters provided (board for one horse may be available in the future). Minimum age 18. Part or full-time opportunities available for those who live close by and who don't want to live on-site. Find out more about us at tempusrenatus.org/riding-lessons

No pets except low-mess exotics because we have an insane menagerie already; service animals welcome (as long as they fall into the ADA’s definition, no ESA's); couples only if both are interested in participating in the program; No smoking/recreational drugs/underage drinking; international applicants only considered if they are already approved to work/live in the US

Camper onsite with full kitchen and bath, TV, and WiFi; barn apartment may come available in the near future

Free auditing at clinics; Living quarters available; Daily lessons; Training experience when assisting with horses; Lessons on FEI schoolmasters; free participation in monthly workshops and access to online courses