Are there any laws that regulate the activities of trainers and riding instructors?

Yes, there are laws in South Carolina that regulate the activities of trainers and riding instructors. According to the South Carolina Code of Laws, all riding instructors and trainers must be licensed by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture. Additionally, any person providing instruction or riding instruction in the state must be certified or licensed in the same manner as the trainers. This means that trainers and instructors must prove that they have completed the necessary training courses in order to be licensed or certified in the state. A trainer or an instructor must also obtain insurance coverage for their activities, and any horses used in the training or instruction must also be properly registered with the Department of Agriculture. Furthermore, any riding instructor or trainer that is teaching riding instruction to minors must be properly supervised by either a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult. Lastly, all riding instructors and trainers must adhere to the rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Agriculture, which includes having a valid business license in order to solicit and advertise riding instruction services. Failure to adhere to the laws and regulations set forth by the Department of Agriculture can result in hefty fines or even jail time.

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