Do You Have a Student Who HATES Helmets? Listen To This First

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Hoof Falls and Footfalls

Saebra Pipoly

60 episodes

3 days ago

Listen to real, candid conversations about hot topics, educational information, and listener Q & A's that are relevant to adaptive/therapeutic horseback riding instructors and other equine professionals in the Equine Assisted Services. Saebra Pipoly, the owner of Hoof Falls & Footfalls, is on a mission to equip and empower ar/tr instructors to change lives through safe, high-quality adaptive equine activities. She is a local, national, and international presenter specializing in adaptive (therapeutic) riding, equine assisted learning, and instructor mentoring and training.

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Do You Have a Student Who HATES Helmets? Listen To This First

Hoof Falls and Footfalls

26 minutes 34 seconds

6 months ago

Do You Have a Student Who HATES Helmets? Listen To This First

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Got a student who refuses to wear a helmet? We've been there! In this episode, we share proven methods to help adaptive and therapeutic horseback riding students go from hating helmets to happily participating. 🐎

You'll learn how to:

✔️ Lead by example

✔️ Manage sensory sensitivities

✔️ Ensure proper helmet fit

✔️ Build positive helmet associations

✔️ Use peer influence and timing strategiesand much more!

Whether you're new to adaptive riding instruction or looking for fresh tools, this guide will help you create safe, positive, and effective lessons for students of all abilities.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Helmet Haters

00:46 Proven Methods and Techniques

02:46 Lead by Example

05:35 Sensory Considerations

08:55 Proper Helmet Fit

10:03 Positive Associations

11:34 Utilizing Photos and Videos

13:59 Loaner Helmets for Practice

15:06 Group Helmet Wearing

17:37 Peer Influence

18:59 Strategic Timing

20:29 Final Tips and Safety Reminders