MET's competition teams are a catch-riding format, which means that a rider may not have experience with the given horse prior to the competition. Catch-riding presents a unique challenge, as no two horses are alike. We believe that the ability to quickly gain one’s footing with an unfamiliar horse is a crucial skill for equestrians of all levels

MET teams compete as part of the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) and the Athletic Equestrian League (AEL).

Learn more about the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA), offered to 4th thru 12th graders here.

Learn more about the Athletic Equestrian League (AEL), offered to 3rd thru 12th graders and adults here.

Riders may apply to be a part of IEA and/or AEL, depending on what is offered at their location.

Our competition team practices are organized based on riding abilities. Each group provides different levels of riding tailored to suit each individual rider.

Our education programs are truly unique. Each one of our riders not only have hands-on experience with the horses, but they also have an online curriculum through Google classroom. Through Google Classroom, students can engage in conversations among their peers and coaches to discuss what they have learned through the videos and other curriculum prior to mounting. Use of technology based visual learning tools opens the door to a wealth of knowledge provided by some of the best riders, coaches and industry professionals the world has to offer. This source of education provides a library of hundreds of instructional videos. In addition to the equestrian related education curriculum, students from our organization have the opportunity to participate in the Alternative Learning Program (ALP). ALP is focused on STEAM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math), Career Development, Financial Literacy, Creative Thinking, Literature, and more. All of which are incorporated into the equine industry. Overall, MET promotes academics and horsemanship, by introducing representatives from colleges, universities, corporations, and various industry advisors to our students.