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Spring/Summer 2026 - We are currently not taking on any new students at this time. Please contact us at crowhopfarm229@gmail.com to be put on our wait list!
Riding Lessons
Riding Lessons
Lead Line Lessons (Ages 4-6 | 30 minutes) - $35/lesson
Perfect for young beginners, these lessons provide a safe, fun, and confidence-building introduction to horseback riding. Each session includes a brief grooming and tacking experience, followed by approximately 10 minutes of lead-line riding. Instruction focuses on balance exercises, basic walking and halting, steering, and developing comfort and confidence in the saddle.
Beginner Lessons (Ages 7-17 | 60 minutes) - $55/lesson
Beginner lessons are ideal for new riders who are ready to learn foundational horsemanship skills. During this one-hour session, students receive assistance with grooming and tacking up/down and spend approximately 25–30 minutes riding. Lessons emphasize basic riding skills, safety, and growing independence with the horse.
Intermediate Lessons (Ages 12-17 | 45 minutes) - $50/lesson
Designed for more experienced riders, intermediate lessons are for students who can independently groom and tack up/down. Riders spend the full lesson time in the saddle and progress through low-level dressage and jumping.
Leasing Opportunities
Leasing Opportunities
Leasing opportunities are available to established intermediate students in our lesson program.
Quarter-Lease - $325/month
Includes a weekly lesson and four practice rides per month.
Half-Lease - $425/month
Includes a weekly lesson and eight practice rides per month.
Full-Lease - not available at this time.
Pony Pals Horse Management Lessons
Pony Pals Horse Management Lessons
Offered regularly throughout the winter season when riding is limited due to cold weather and arena availability, Pony Pals HM sessions are one-hour group lessons focused on horse management and care. We pair the HorseSense Learning Levels curriculum with the United States Pony Club curriculum to provide a well-rounded, progressive education. Each session explores a new topic and combines hands-on learning with an engaging read-aloud and age-appropriate worksheets, including coloring activities and games. Lessons are thoughtfully differentiated to meet a range of ages and abilities, ensuring each participant is both supported and challenged. These interactive lessons keep young equestrians learning, connected, and excited all winter long.
LearningLevels_HorseSense-Curriculum_English_rev2025.pdfLESSON PROGRAM POLICIES
LESSON PROGRAM POLICIES
Failure to follow these policies, including repeated non-payment, will result in removal from the lesson program.
To ensure consistency for our riders and to cover facility and school horse expenses, all lessons must be paid in full by the first of each month. Riders are required to enroll in either weekly or biweekly lessons.
Cancellations & Make-Ups
Cancellations & Make-Ups
Cancellations made within 24 hours of a scheduled lesson or no-shows will still be charged.
Lessons may be rescheduled if the “real feel” temperature is below 10°F or above 90°F. Gabby may also choose to do an unmounted lesson in lieu of a riding lesson at her discretion. This decision will be communicated the day before lessons. Any approved make-up lessons must be completed by the end of the same month.
Punctuality
Punctuality
Please arrive on time for lessons. Arriving late will result in a shortened lesson time, as we are unable to extend lessons beyond their scheduled slot.
Barn Safety & Guests
Barn Safety & Guests
Any guests, including children, who accompany riders must follow all barn rules and safety protocols, including appropriate footwear and safe behavior at all times, and sign a release of liability.
Show Policy
Show Policy
Students must be in good standing and consistently participating in weekly lessons to attend shows. Riders are required to attend their scheduled lesson immediately prior to a show.
Required Riding Equipment
Required Riding Equipment
All riders must have their own ASTM/SEI-certified riding helmet and proper riding boots for lessons. If you need recommendations or help obtaining equipment, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to help. We have some boots and helmet to use until students are able to obtain their own.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child’s birthday at the farm! We provide a fun, horse-themed experience including pony rides and a hands-on craft. You bring the cake, decorations, food, tables, and gifts—we’ll take care of the ponies and activities. One hour is dedicated to horse activities and the other hour is for cake, presents, and whatever you'd like. These are best suited for children ages 4-10.
Each party includes dedicated staff, pony handlers, helmets, and all supplies for the craft.
Package #1 (up to five participating children) - $200
2-hr rental with time for cake and presents
Space for tables
One pony for pony rides
Horse-themed craft for participating children
Package #2 (up to ten participating children) - $300
2-hr rental with time for cake and presents
Space for tables
Two ponies for pony rides
Horse-themed craft for participating children
Add-ons
Pony costume (pink unicorn, purple unicorn, or other - let's brainstorm!) - $25/pony
Paint-a-pony activity - participants can finger paint our ponies with non-toxic washable paint! Available only in summer so we can bathe the ponies after - $25/pony
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