Course Structure
The NEW Monty Roberts Advanced Course of Horsemanship is a comprehensive program consisting of 10 modules. This page is for students who wish to enroll in INDIVIDUAL MODULE 3: STARTING A YOUNG HORSE WITH THE RIDER: Guide young horses through their first rider experiences, emphasizing safety, lightness, and preparation. Reinforce groundwork under saddle and build a willing partnership through Full-Join-Up confidence-building sessions.
The single-module option is ideal for those who cannot commit to a full course block. It provides the same high-quality instruction as the full course, so you can learn at your own pace.
The full program includes the following modules:
Module 1: Starting a Young Horse on the Ground
(7 Days · 700 Points)
Lay the foundation for young horses through groundwork. Take incremental steps to introduce the surcingle, saddle, and long-lines. Shape the horse’s mindset to be motivated and willing. Build trust and clear communication before introducing a rider.
Module 2: TOP – Train Off Pressure
(2 Days · 200 Points)
Understand the horse’s instinct to lean against pressure. Refine timing, cues, and release to create clarity and softness. Develop horses that respond without resistance, confusion, or fear.
Module 3: Starting a Young Horse with the Rider
(5 Days · 500 Points)
Guide young horses through their first rider experiences, emphasizing safety, lightness, and preparation. Reinforce groundwork under saddle and build a willing partnership through Full-Join-Up confidence-building sessions.
Module 4: Advanced Problem Solving (Monty’s Special Training)
(5 Days · 500 Points)
Address behavioral challenges such as biting, bolting, rearing, and loading fears. Identify root causes and apply safe, horse-centered strategies. Put all learned skills into practice while helping horses overcome fears or old patterns.
Module 5: Vet and Farrier Management
(2 Days · 200 Points)
Train horses to accept vet and farrier procedures calmly. Focus on desensitization, positioning, and preparation. Learn key aspects of hoof care and treatments from Monty’s trusted experts.
Module 6: Train the Trainer
(5 Days · 500 Points)
Learn to assess training horses, detect pain, and identify root causes of behavior issues. Covers equipment, biomechanics, stable management, first aid, and more to fully meet the horse’s needs.
Module 7: In-Person Foal Handling
(5 Days · 500 Points)
Develop gentle and respectful foal handling techniques. Teach haltering, leading, grooming, and hoof care. Create positive early experiences that build confident adult horses.
Module 8: In-Person Gentling Untouched Horses
(5 Days · 500 Points)
Work with untouched or feral horses to build trust from zero. Learn from Monty’s lifelong experience to deepen empathy, understanding, and communication through Equus.
Module 9: Online Teaching & Coaching
(2 Days · 200 Points)
Learn to structure lessons, give feedback, and coach students using Monty’s techniques. Build communication skills to inspire and guide both horses and humans.
Module 10: Online Marketing & Business Development (Elective)
(2 Days · 200 Points)
Explore business growth through branding, outreach, and professional presentation. Learn to share Monty’s mission with clarity and authenticity.
For students pursuing instructor certification, the course block format—which combines several modules into one block—is recommended, as it allows faster completion of all 10 modules.
To qualify as a Monty Roberts Certified Instructor, students must complete the mandatory courses and accumulate sufficient points to progress. Monty Roberts Advanced Course of Horsemanship — Course A (Mandatory)
Progress Tracking & Credits
**Coming Soon**
Monty Roberts Online University
Enrollment includes a three-month subscription to Monty Roberts’ Online University, supporting continued learning. Current members will have their subscriptions extended at the end of the course.
Booking Information
After reserving your place, a Monty Roberts Certified Instructor will confirm enrollment, provide paperwork, and answer questions.
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Accommodations: Not provided onsite, but we partner with hotels in Solvang and Buellton. See our Transportation & Accommodation Worksheet for details.
Contact
Monty Roberts International Learning Center
P.O. Box 1700
Solvang, CA 93464
Phone: 949-632-1856
Fax: 805-688-9709
Email: instructor@montyroberts.com