Mounted Patrol Training
Basic Mounted Patrol
- Designed for the beginning rider/new mounted officer.
- Instruction for the basics of mounted patrol equitation
- Equine anatomy and conformation
- Equine psychology
- Basic and tactical formations for:
- Crowd Management
- Sensory and obstacle training of the horse
- VIP security
- Mounted firearms training
Mounted Patrol Refresher
- Designed to address previously learned techniques and enhance skill.
- Topics covered include
- Advanced equitation
- Sensory training
- Crowd Management
- Formation riding
Mounted Patrol Operations Instructor Course
Instructor Fundamentals
- Teaching methodologies for adult learners
- Effective communication & demonstration techniques
- Lesson planning and skill progression (basic to advanced)
- Safety protocols and risk management
Advanced Mounted Tactics
- Instruction techniques for:
Crowd management maneuvers (formations, barriers, dispersal tactics)- High-risk suspect approaches
- Obstacle navigation (urban & rural environments)
- Mounted arrest techniques (controlled dismounts, suspect restraint)
Equine Training & Behavior
- Methods for teaching horse desensitization (gunfire, crowds, sirens)
- Groundwork for patrol horses (leading, loading, tying)
- Recognizing and correcting equine stress/fear responses
- Conditioning drills for endurance and agility
Patrol-Specific Scenarios
- Night operations/low-light training
- Search & rescue (SAR) techniques
- Traffic stops and vehicle interactions
- Team coordination exercises (multi-rider drills)
Student Assessment & Certification
- Evaluating rider competency (balance, control, emergency response)
- Horse suitability assessments (temperament, training level)
- Conducting mock certifications and debriefs.