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Lessons & Programs
Riding Instruction at Grazing Fields
Beginner lessons
Include lessons on any of the School Horses or Ponies, and include mounted instruction in basic riding skills at the walk, trot, and canter as well as an introduction to jumping.
Grooming and tacking up skills are also incorporated as part of the lessons.
All of our School mounts have been selected for their exceptionally good manners, smooth gaits, and forgiving temperaments which make them appropriate for novice riders. These horses and ponies are also appropriate for any students wishing to compete at our “Cranberry Circuit” schooling shows. Young riders at this level may also wish to sign up for the Summer Horsemanship Program.
$45.00, 1/2 hour private instruction
Advanced lessons
Once a student can groom and tack up independently, is beginning to jump courses, and has been approved by their instructor for mounting and warming up with minimal supervision, they may be ready for Advanced lessons.
These lessons are more demanding of both horse and rider, incorporate more advanced training on the flat, and continue the rider’s education in jumping. Advanced lessons allow riders to develop more technical skills, and prepare for Rated show competition.
$60.00, 1/2 hour private instruction
GFF Show Horse Lessons
While still safe and well mannered, these are more athletic, finely tuned horses requiring a broader base of riding experience and ability. These lessons are quite demanding of both horse and rider, and riders will continue to expand the technical skills necessary for competitive showing and jumping. The increased fees for these lessons reflect the additional cost of purchasing and maintaining these horses. These horses are appropriate for riders ready to compete at the USEF Rated shows held at GFF, and are often available to lease for these shows.
$75.00, 1/2 hour private instruction
Group lessons
At all levels, group lessons may be scheduled at the trainers’ discretion. The lesson fee remains the same, but lesson times will be expanded to 45-60 minutes.
Independent riding
Riders taking Advanced or Show Horse lessons may wish to supplement their lessons with independent riding. Depending on the horses’ schedules, independent rides, or “hacks”, may be scheduled during the week. Riders should ask their instructors about scheduling hacks.
$25.00 per hack
2010 Summer Horsemanship Program at Grazing Fields
This summer, we will be offering 4 weeks of our day-long horsemanship program. Young riders will have the opportunity to develop their horsemanship skills, expand their riding experience, and participate in all aspects care for their horses and ponies.
Each day runs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, and includes an hour of group riding instruction.
Riders will work together to take care of the horses before and after riding, and each day will include structured activities and crafts designed to help them learn more about their favorite animals! Attendees will be supervised at all times.
Session 1 - July 5-9
Session 2 - July 12-16
Session 3 - August 16-20
Session 4 - August 23-27
Rates
The fee for each day is 95.00, or 425.00 per 5 day session.
For safety in the group lessons, all riders should be able to ride independently at the walk and trot. Any applicant not enrolled in regular lessons at Grazing Fields is required to have at least one private lesson at GFF before attending the day program.
What to bring
Riders should be dropped off in the morning in their riding attire ( jodphurs or riding tights and paddock boots), and may bring shorts to change into after riding. Children may wear sturdy sneakers in the barn, but please, no open-toed shoes.
We have a few loaner helmets available, but it is recommended that each child have their own ASTM approved helmet, with their name clearly marked inside.
Each child should bring lunch, plenty to drink, and treats for their ponies!
Also, send along sunscreen, and a sweatshirt or other warm layer. ( it is always cooler here at GFF!)
Children may bring their cell phones , but these will be left in the barn during all activities, and are to be used only for emergencies. Other electronic devices will not be allowed.
Register
Those interested in this program, please fill out and send us an Application
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