All lessons are taught with a classical safety first approach; however, my students and horses are my dear friends, so I don't believe in strict, pressured demands to achieve.  Rather, I prefer confidence building through nurturing leadership.  Everyone needs a little encouragement and direction; but, it shouldn't be intimidating.  With the correct communication, confidence and leadership, a great partnership develops between the horse and rider, and suddenly learning together becomes like a dance instead of a military march. 

 

I am certified by the rigorous American Riding Instructors Association, and by the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association, as well as being a Special Olympics and CPR/First Aid certified instructor with a degree in Equine Science.

 

I teach complete horsemanship, so all students learn more than just riding skills.  Upon completion of my beginner and novice levels, all students should have the basic skills to become competent horse owners. 

 

Each month a learning topic is lectured during lessons and supplemented with handouts, emails and links to read online.

 

Lessons are offered on bareback, Western saddled, or English saddled horses and I encourage all students to learn all seats. 

Ages:  All ages, classes are grouped by age and ability.  

 

Abilities:  I have experience and training with all abilities:  From special needs & behavioral disorders to the "beginner or timid rider," intermediate rider, and even the advanced rider in some disciplines.

 

Cost:  Lessons are $30 and offered in the following formats:

 

Private:  30 minutes with 5-10 minutes of grooming and tacking up the horse

 

Semi-Private:  30 minutes with 5-10 minutes of grooming and tacking up the horse

 

Group:  60 minutes with 5-10 minutes of grooming and tacking up the horse

 

Special Events:  Birthday parties, scout badges, team building, group meetings, and more are tailored and budgeted to your specific needs.

 

Discounts:  All lessons are $30 for the first lesson each week, $25 for the second lesson during the same week and $20 for each additional lesson in that week by the same student or another member of the same family.

 

Frequency:  Absences are not charged, you only pay for the lessons attended.  Bi-weekly or monthly lessons are also available.