Equestrian Tourism

Base Knowledge

Horse management, Riding teaching I, II and III, Introduction to Tourism

Teaching Methodologies

The teaching / learning process is based on:

– Theoretical-practical classes of expository methodology for the presentation of theoretical contents, with presentations in “power point” and use of audiovisual means to demonstrate certain contents

– Practical application classes (demonstration and execution) to sediment the theoretical contents presented

Learning Results

Plan different horse tourism activities, according to the different types of clients; Prepare and frame equestrian tours independently, on previously studied itineraries, ensuring respect for the environment and the safety of third parties; Master the principles of the sport modality Techniques of Equestrian Randonée de Competition (TREC).

Program

  • The choice and training of the horse for leisure riding and Equestrian Tourism
  • Management of activities involved with Equestrian Tourism
  • Cartography and orientation applied to Equestrian Tourism
  • Horse material and equipment for Equestrian Tourism
  • Communication with equestrian tourists
  • Planning and organization of activities related to Equestrian Tourism
  • Planning and execution of horseback routes
  • Activity planning according to the tourist group
  • Varied Terrain Course

Curricular Unit Teachers

Internship(s)

NAO

Bibliography

ANQ (2011), Perfil Profissional – Acompanhante de Turismo Equestre, Agencia Nacional para a Qualificação. Portugal.

CNTE – FFE (2010) Créer et aménager des itinéraires et des hébergements equestres – Métodologie et conseils, Comité National de Tourism Équestre. França.

EQUUSTUR (2011) Manual Europeu de Turismo Ecuestre. Terrassa. Espanha