Red Level Group Lessons
Beginner Group Lessons for Ages 8 and up
Service Description
Students will learn all about horsemanship and riding in this beginner class. All new students will begin here and be able to test out of it when ready. The group class is a mix of both mounted and unmounted learning. Students will receive a take home study guide the first day. Students will learn how to: -Groom the horse -Mount and dismount -Learn transitions -Ride independently at a walk and trot -Learn a ground pole course -Learn barn safety rules -Catch and lead a horse -Learn parts of the body -Basic feeding -Stall cleaning -Basic anatomy Students will learn hands on how to handle a horse on the ground and under the saddle. They will begin to build a solid foundation needed to further their riding and horsemanship. Students will have the ability to test out of the level at the end of the month. All students will receive a study guide to take home as well as ribbons and certificates when they test out of the level. Paddock or similar riding boots, and a helmet are required. Leggings or stretchy pants are OK to use, but breeches and half chaps are recommended. Please dress for the weather. The arena is not heated. Layers are encouraged in cold months. Gloves are good to ride in, mittens are not allowed. Hats made to sit over the helmet are good to wear, but for safety reasons hats and ear warmers are not permitted under the helmets. This class is a mix of both mounted and unmounted learning. In the case of extreme weather, class will be held inside the heated barn.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Lessons and classes are unable to be rescheduled. Due to limited space, all bookings are final. Please make sure the date and time work for your needs prior to booking. All classes for students aged 5 and older are drop off, however if the student is under 18 a parent/guardian must fill out the liability forms. Please bring a water bottle and a snack for those attending the class. If it is not a mounted class, any close toed shoe will be fine. If there is riding, the shoe or boot must have a heel to prevent it from slipping through the stirrup. Helmets are required only if riding is involved. The barn is heated, but the arena is not. Please dress according to the weather. Most of the classes will be going outside at some point. If the student is ill, please stay home and let us know as soon as possible. We would like to keep everybody healthy at the barn!
Contact Details
10680 Highway 7, Watertown, MN, USA
+19522004370
solacefarmscrystal@gmail.com