BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE RIDING LESSONS

Ages 6+ (adults welcome!)

Weekly private riding lessons - $70/hr +gst

Billed in advance for entire upcoming session.

Fall session: 8 weeks X $70 = $560 +gst

Spring session: 12 weeks X $70 = $840 +gst

Submit an online intake form here

Spring Session (12 weeks)

April - June

Fall Session (8-10 weeks)

September - November

Winter Session (8 weeks)

November - February

(weather contingent)

What are basic riding lessons?

Our private lessons are designed for riders 6 years and up who have little to no riding experience up to and including those who have ridden for a few years. Lessons last 55 mins with at least 35 mins of mounted time. Riders will learn and practice everything needed to catch and groom their horse, safely tack up, and ride in an arena or on a trail on a typically trained horse suited to developing riders.

Activities may include:

· Basic Horse Grooming

· Catching and handling a horse

· Saddling and Bridling

· Groundwork exercises

· Mounted balance exercises

· Riding at the walk and trot and canter

· Navigating obstacles

· Riding on trails

· Intro to competitive disciplines

Learning Outcomes:

· Beginner riding skills

· Barnyard safety

· Horse psychology

· Equipment use and safety

· Awareness of local horse community offerings

· Arena etiquette and best practice

· Common horse lingo

· Basic riding safety

Benefits:

· Improved balance and core strength

· Confidence and self-esteem

· Self-awareness

· Stress release

· Physical fitness

· Enjoyment

REGISTRATION

Submit an online intake form here

Booking and Payment Policy:

Cancellations made 14 days or more prior will result in a credit toward your next program, or a refund if no future programs are booked. Cancellations made afterward and up to 24 hrs prior will be billed 50% of program fees. No credits, or refunds will be given for no-shows or cancellations with less than 24hrs notice.

Those who cancel more than 25% of their program may not be eligible for future sessions.

Payment can be made using cash, cheque, or e-transfer once you have received an invoice.