Upcoming
Volunteer Training/Horse Leader Training and New Instructor Assistant Training
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July 12th - All Training
Time: 9am - 11am
Where: TROT - Office
July 26th - All Training
Time: 9am - 11am
Where: TROT - Office
Volunteering at TROT
Volunteer, Horse Leader, and Assistant to the Head Instructor Training Days.
At TROT, we offer structured training for those looking to get involved in meaningful and rewarding ways.
All new volunteers begin with our Volunteer Training, where they learn the basics of working safely around horses and supporting our riders.
For those with more experience, our Horse Leader Training prepares individuals to lead horses during lessons, emphasizing safety, communication, and teamwork.
Additionally, dedicated volunteers may be invited to become an Assistant to the Head Riding Instructor, a role that involves supporting lesson planning, assisting with rider development, and helping ensure smooth, effective sessions. Each training path is designed to empower individuals, build confidence, and strengthen our supportive community.
Please scroll down for Volunteer application.
Volunteer & Job Opportunities
Volunteers come in all shapes and sizes… there are many ways you can join and help TROT!
“I shall pass through this world but once. Any good, therefore, that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.”
— Ghandi
RIDING LESSON VOLUNTEER
Being an active part of the lesson program and be “hands-on” with the courageous students as a side-walker or horse leader. Training workshops will be provided periodically.
FUNDRAISING
If special events are your forte, you can help in the planning, preparation, and execution of our fundraising events held throughout the year.
HORSE LEADER
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Prepare horses for classes – groom, warm up and tack
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Assure safety for horses and riders during lessons
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SIDEWALKER
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Greet rider & rider’s family
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Get rider’s helmet and assist with putting it on
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Support rider while mounting the horse
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Communicate with rider during lesson
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Ensure safety of rider before, during, and after the lesson
STABLE HANDS
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Equine feeding
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Check, clean, and fill all water troughs
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Muck and assist with trash disposal
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Special projects (i.e. raking, setting up pasture trails, mending fences, fixing gates, etc.)
PHOTOGRAPHY
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Take pictures at classes and events (i.e. Mane Event, Harvest Hoedown, etc.)
Volunteer Application
Please complete the form to apply for a position with us.
Current Volunteer Resources
Below you will find resources to help you in your amazing journey as a
TROT Volunteer
Volunteer Training Manual
The first steps in everything you need to know about how to be a successful volunteer at TROT
Volunteer Handbook
Trot rules and guidelines for TROT volunteers.
Wranglr Training Videos
Wranglr training videos when you get stuck or just starting out using the Wranglr App