Why
Ponies?
Just as in any sport your equipment must fit, well in
riding it is no different! By using ponies that are proportional to
the size of the rider gives each child a better chance to advance in
their riding
by gaining confidence and control over their mount. The key to
producing good, effective, confident riders is matching horse and
rider in size. Ponies are also safe, robust, forgiving and their
size allows the child to gain control.
Why
Riding?
Horseback riding is a good source of physical exercise for kids. It
gets them
outside in the fresh air while making it fun to exercise.
Riding physically improves a growing child’s balance and
coordination. Not only does riding have super physical benefits but
also helps develop a child’s independence and gives them a sense of
freedom while learning responsibility of caring for an animal.
Riding
is also a great social sport for kids. They learn to push themselves
to be good competitors while being a supporting team player in group
settings. Riding is a sport that also has
future building benefits for Junior and Young Riders. Scholarships,
clinics, regional championships, team competitions, High
school pin
programs, and graduate programs are only a few of the opportunities
that are offered to JR/YR riders every year.
Check out
the following sites to learn more about JR/YR programs
and opportunities:
www.usdf.org/educaton/youth.asp
www.ncaa.org
www.ushja.org www.ihsa.com
www.equestriancollegerecruiter.com
Lesson
Program & Rates
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Horsemanship
classes/lectures:
The horsemanship practical lecture is open to all ages. Topics
will include grooming, horse handling tack, boots, wraps,
shipping, care and feeding of the horse, anatomy, conformation,
bedding and stall cleaning, hoof care, etc. A schedule of
lectures will be posted prior to each session and advanced sign
up required. 1 hr. / $30
Intro Beginner lessons:
(ages 3 to 7) for
younger riders that will learn to sit on the horse, begin
walk/trot, and basic handling of the pony. The rider will be
assisted by the instructor on a lead/lunge line during the
session. 30 min/ private $40, semi-private $25 each, 3 or more
riders $20 each
Jr.Lunge Lessons:
(ages 7 and up)
focuses on the child's confidence on the pony while developing the
rider’s seat, balance, coordination, and understanding of the
tacking/ cleaning of the pony. Riders will remain in lunge
lessons until they can safely and confidently control a horse,
on their own, at the walk, trot, and canter. After which time,
riders can join a group session. 30 min/ $50
Jr. Group Lessons:
Made up of three to six riders. Kids learn through interaction
in the group by also develop good sportsmanship like conduct.
Each session will have an overall group focus while the
instructor will address each riders individual needs.
Each child must be able to tack their pony with minimal help and
walk, trot, canter before entering the group sessions. (1 hour)
See group rates below.
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Jr.Jumping:
Each session will focuses on the development of the riders of
the balanced jumping position, understanding the phases of
jumping, and distances of fences. Focus on hunter jumper courses
and show ring etiquette.
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Jr. Dressage: Introducing
basic dressage patterns, development of proper
connection, and the establishment of a balanced dressage
seat. Focusing on correct test riding and proper
dressage ring etiquette in preparation for shows.
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Jr.
Quadrille:
Can be made up of four, eight, or twelve riders where the group
performs a predetermined pattern with their ponies to music.
This is super fun for the kids and teaches them self confidence,
good sportsmanship, and teamwork.
Group Session
Rates (1 hr):
Private Horse
$50
Schooling
Horse $55
Packages
of Group Lessons (1hr):
Private
Horse: Schooling Horse:
Package of
4: $180 ($45 each) $220
($55 each)
Packages of
8: $320 ($40 each) $400
($50 each)
All packages of lessons must be used
within the month. So the package of 4 is for one lesson a
week, and the package of 8 is for 2 lessons a week. Packages
must be paid in advance or the individual lesson price
applies. All lessons require a 24 hour cancellation
notice or the session will be charged.
Jr. Seat Lesson:
Performed on a lunge line these lessons focus on the
development, advancement, or
correction of the riders seat through gymnastics exercises
performed on a lunge line. 45 min/ $50
Jr. Private Lesson:
One-on-one time where the rider and instructor may a focus on
one particular skill. 1 hr/ $65
Ponies for Sale or
Lease
Feel free to
contact us with any additional questions or to book your lesson.
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