- Who can take riding lessons?
- How long is each lesson?
- How often can I schedule lessons ?
- What days of the week are lessons offered?
- Can I observe a lesson before deciding to take one?
- Do I have to sign a contract for a specific number of lessons?
- Do you offer group lessons?
- Do I have to own my own horse?
- Do you offer any discounts?
- Do I have to wear a helmet?
- What should I wear to a lesson?
- Do I need to bring anything else to a lesson?
Who can take riding lessons?
As long as you express a desire to learn, anyone ages seven-years-old and up. Adults students are always welcome. Special needs individuals will be accepted on a case by case basis.
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How long is each lesson?
Each private lesson is offered in a half-hour or one hour format. In a one hour beginner lesson, the student will spend approximately half the time with basic horsemanship on the ground and half the time in the saddle. As the student progresses in knowledge, the amount of ride time may increase. The amount of "ride" time will depend solely on the ability of the student to correctly groom and tack up efficiently.
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How often can I schedule lessons?
Lessons can be arranged twice weekly, weekly, or every other week. Lessons may be taken year round. During inclement weather the instructor will teach indoors working on things such as first aid, heart rate/respiration, grooming, clipping, braiding, conformation, proper cleaning techniques and identifying tack, etc., etc.
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What days of the week are lessons offered?
Lessons can be any day of the week. To see what times might be available, contact Alex.
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Can I observe a lesson before deciding to take one?
Absolutely. Potential students and/or parents are free to view a lesson. Please note, visitors to the barn are welcome by appointment only, contact Alex for lesson times.
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Do I have to sign a contract for a specific number of lessons?
No contracts are required for lessons. You may pay as you go. Payment is required prior to each lesson. Advanced payment options may be discussed with your instructor.
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Do you offer group lessons?
Yes. One hour group lessons are available to intermediate riders only. Group lessons are not available in the half-hour format. Group lessons may consist of up to four students.
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Do I have to own my own horse?
Yes. Unfortunately, lesson horses are not currently available.
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Do you offer any discounts?
No. Discounts are not offered, because of the amount of extra service and attention each student receives with every lesson.
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Do I have to wear a helmet?
Yes. All students are required to wear an ASTM/SEI certified helmet with a permanently attached chin strap during any mounted portion of the lesson. The helmet should be student owned. If a suitably sized helmet is available from the instructor, one may be provided.
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What should I wear to a lesson?
All students are required to wear long pants
and hard soled boots with a minimum one inch heel.
The student’s other apparel in class may vary.
Close-fitting clothing is helpful because it aids in determining the
student’s position in the saddle. When
the weather is cold, layering will be important to help keep warm.
However, ill-fitting clothing makes it harder to determine what students
are doing and creates potential safety hazards.
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Do I need to bring anything else to a lesson?
Always be sure to bring something to drink. Staying hydrated will help you stay focused and help prevent over-heating in warmer temperatures. When the weather is warm, bug spray for humans such as Off or Cutter, and sun screen are also good ideas. In cooler temperatures, bring a jacket to the lesson just in case. It may be chillier than you thought.
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