Horsemanship Lesson Series
Horsemanship is way more than just riding; it is the skill of handling horses on the ground and in the saddle. Riding is practically the smallest piece of the equation. To succeed with horses and be a good horseman or horsewoman is to be a real student of the horse. You must be positive and flexible on your journey of never-ending self-improvement.
Natural horsemanship teaches you to know horses mentally, emotionally, and physically. Over time, it advances your horse behavior knowledge and training skills, allowing you to solve problems on the ground and in the saddle.
No matter how you get here, learning the basics is paramount. In the beginning, you will learn how to be around a horse safely, groom, saddle, and prepare them on the ground.
Our horsemanship series comprises six two-hour lessons introducing how these magnificent animals think so you understand life from a horse's perspective.
Each Horsemanship-101 lesson has three components: reviewing and discussing reading assignments, watching your instructor perform the task, and then practicing the skills on the ground or in the saddle yourself. By completing Horsemanship 101, you'll be ready to continue the remarkable journey of being with these amazing creatures, whether embarking on an adventure with your personal horse or continuing it with us through Horsemanship-201 & Beyond! Somewhere, somehow, we all started our fascination with these beautiful animals. Let us help you explore what's possible.
Horsemanship-101
Cost: $995
Horsemanship-101 Course Breakdown:
Lesson 1: Catching, Grooming & Tacking Up/Down
Lesson 2: Groundwork & Communication
Lesson 3: Fundamentals of Riding
Lesson 4: Stirrupless/Bareback Riding
Lesson 5: Trotting & Loping
Lesson 6: Written Exam & Full Trail Ride
* Textbook readings must be completed before each lesson.
Horsemanship-201 & Beyond
Cost: $965
After graduating from Horsemanship-101, students can continue their Horsemanship journey through another series of 6 lessons at a time.
Horsemanship 201 & Beyond gives our students more freedom to explore their interests. We love to expand on the skills covered in HS-101 and allow our students to build their confidence in each lesson. If students would like to learn more about trail safety, we will spend the day exploring new trail sections and horse behavior. Or, if they prefer to work on their communication and groundwork skills, we will also spend time emphasizing that. The beauty of Horsemanship-201 & Beyond is that you can keep exploring
Horsemanship Lessons Format
Each lesson is one-on-one and runs for 2 hours. We offer instruction in both Western and English disciplines.
Scheduling & Flexibility
We recommend scheduling your lessons in advance to reserve your preferred dates.
Lessons never expire, so you’re free to complete them at your own pace.
If you’re visiting from out of town, this program is still a great fit—you can schedule sessions whenever you're in Utah.
Payment Options
Payment plans are available if you're unable to pay in full at the time of registration.
Course Materials
Horsemanship-101 includes a textbook.
There are no reading assignments for Horsemanship-201 & Beyond.
Policies
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All Horsemanship lessons are non-refundable and non-transferable, with limited exceptions outlined below.
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A 20% automatic gratuity will be added for your scheduled instructor.
Transfer Policy
While Horsemanship lessons never expire, we understand that plans can change. If you’re unable to complete the course, you may transfer it to someone else under the following conditions:
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Horsemanship-101 Series may be transferred to another individual for a $100 administrative fee.
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Individual lessons within the 101 Series are non-transferable.
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Horsemanship-201 & Beyond is non-transferable, as it is an advanced and personalized series that requires completion of the 101 Series by the same individual.
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Participation in Horsemanship-201 & Beyond is only permitted after completing Horsemanship-101.
If you have questions about your registration or believe you have unique circumstances, please don’t hesitate to call or text us. We’ll do our best to accommodate if or when possible.