ways to ride with us

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We offer lessons year-round to riders of all levels in either English or Western disciplines. Our horses are capable of handling riders 175 lbs or less and over the age of 8. The goal of instruction is to provide the foundation for a lifetime of horsemanship. You decide when and how many lessons are right for you. Lessons will focus on proper form, position and balance. Students will progress at their own individual level. Contact us for current pricing.

BEGINNER-ADVANCED LEVEL LESSONS - 1 hour, private

The first lesson will involve an evaluation of the student and will focus on building a strong foundation. The student will learn how to groom & tack a horse. The remainder of the lesson will cover proper mounting, correct positioning, and riding at a walk.

Further lessons will review ground handling and will then progress to riding at a trot/jog, and then at a canter/lope. Lessons will proceed to more advanced riding as the student becomes more proficient. Lessons involve total horsemanship, not just riding.

In addition to ride time, the following basics are covered in the Beginner Level Lessons:

· Fundamentals of horsemanship

· Horse safety

· Grooming & Tacking your horse

· Types of tack and how to use it

ALL LEVELS SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS - 1 hours, 2+ riders with 1 instructor

Sometimes it's more fun to ride together and learn ring etiquette with a group of riders. Contact us for current lesson options and rates.

BARN DAYS - 3+ hours, large groups (Cost=$50/person)

Barn Days are geared towards groups, whether it be a group of kids for a birthday party or a group of Scouts earning their Horsemanship Badge. Contact us for scheduling and availability. Barn Days can include one or more of the following:

· Live your day in the life of a horse!

· Equine Nutrition - Feeding (what and how much), Vitamins & Supplements

· Equine Health - Shoeing, Vaccinations, Worming and Dental

· Behind the Stalls - Tour of the barn and grounds from a mucker's POV

· "Get Ready to Ride!" - Grooming and Tacking Basics

· Western or English Dressage or Hunter/Jumper

· Mini Lesson - Free Courtesy Stable T-Shirt and a picture for your scrapbook

Looking for more of a challenge and to grow your riding skills outside of lessons? Leasing or share-boarding options are available to students who have taken weekly lessons for a minimum of 3 months at our barn. Leasing is a great next step for our intermediate and advanced riders who want more opportunities to improve their skills without the full responsibilities of horse ownership. We offer personalized training programs to meet the unique needs of each horse and rider. Enjoy reduced-rate private or semi-private lessons and trail rides with your lease!

PLEASE NOTE: 1) Leases are offered ONLY to current students who have taken weekly lessons for a minimum of 3 months at Courtesy Stable and 2) depending on the availability of our current horses.

At Courtesy Stable, we believe that quality horse boarding shouldn't break the bank. That's why we offer affordable rates for our facilities and services. Our cozy stalls have soft flooring and are cleaned daily, and our experienced staff provides personalized care for each horse. 

We offer top-quality horse boarding services for both short and long-term stays. Our historic 200 year old barn includes cozy stalls, daily turnout, and a well-maintained and lighted 100x200 outdoor arena for riding and training. Our experienced staff is dedicated to providing the best care possible for your horse. Contact us today to schedule a tour or reserve a spot for your equine companion.

STALLS

· 12x12 Box stalls lined with rubber mats and pine shavings

· Stalls cleaned daily

· Blankets during the winter months with your provided blanket

· Fly masks during the summer months with your provided mask

· Covered and outdoor wash areas

TURNOUT

· Horses turned out daily in 1 of 3 pastures

· Hay thrown 2x outside

· Grass yard for leadline grazing

FEEDING

· Pellet feed provided 2 times per day (AM and PM)

· Hay thrown 4 times per day (2x in stall, 2x in turnout)

· Option to use your own supplements in addition to the regular pellet feed

CARE

· Bi-annual vet visits

· Annual dentist visits

· Use your own farrier or one of our trusted experts

· On-site Equine Wave Therapy available provided by Cynthia

TACKROOM

· Tack and grooming kit storage available for your convenience