Possibly the most important aspect of a lesson is a qualified coach. FEC has the only qualified coach in Harrismith. In South Africa you are required to have a suitable qualification and registered as a coach with SAEF in order to coach in any equine field.
Each lesson horse has the correct bit suited to each one and a well fitting saddle and girth. If we are unsure of a saddle, we get it fitted by a qualified saddle fitter.
Each lesson horse has its hooves trimmed every 6 weeks and our shod horses get new shoes every 6 weeks.
All of our lesson horses are fed a well balanced diet, ensuring they receive optimum nutrition. If we are uncertain on a specific horses diet, we get our Equifeeds rep to advise. They also get top quality hay at night, planted and baled by us.
All our horses are on a routine deworming program to ensure they are free of internal and external parasites.
All of our lesson horses have up to date vaccines to ensure they have optimum immunity against diseases, all vaccinated by a qualified vet.
All of our horses see an equine dentist regularly and if we suspect any dental problem, we contact our dentist immediately.
Any lesson horses with a problem is treated by an equine Chiro/physio as well as follows a rehab program designed by her with infrared light and exercises.
Every assistant in a lesson is a knowledgeable horseman that knows each horse individually and put the horses needs first.