Pony Lessons ~ An introduction to horsemanship

Pee-wee Pony Riders

These lessons are our way of introducing young children into the world of horses without the stress of a formal lessons.  Lessons are offered in basic horsemanship, grooming, riding with safety as our first priority.  Our lessons are geared toward each individual child's abilities and interests.  We build confidence just by leading your child around in either our large indoor or outdoor arenas, in a round pen, wandering around the farm yard or we even may venture out of the arena for a trail lesson.

Leading a pony around our farm will allow your young rider to feel the sensations of ascending and descending small slopes while finding some shade in the trees. They will experience plenty of open space and many sights from birds, other horses and farm animals to our friendly farm dog Cookie. They may even get to see other riders and make new friends.  If  we decide to venture out for a trail lesson, your child will experience all different kinds of trees, flowers and plants as well as seeing a variety of wild birds, you may even see some or our wild farm residences like a rabbit, squirrel, chipmunk or if you are lucky you may even see a wild turkey or deer. It is really fun to experience nature at its best on the back of a pony.

Things you should know…

·  A helmet is required; you can bring your own riding helmet or bicycle helmet, or one will be provided for your child. 

·  Riders are required to wear pants, No shorts.

·  Parent or legal guardian must sign an Equine Release prior to child riding.

·  Shoes are required. Your child will not be allowed to ride in sandals or in open toes shoes. A small healed shoe or a boot is preferred, but not necessary.

·  Riders should come prepared for the weather and to get a little dirty.

 ·  Ponies will be led at all times by an instructor.  *We do require that children under the age of 5 have an adult also participate in the lesson by walking along side the rider to help him/her stay secure and balanced in the saddle.