By signing up, you are agreeing to our policy explained below:

Participant Guidelines & Policies

Participation in Steadfast Path Horsemanship & EAL is based on each individual’s ability to safely and successfully participate in programming activities.

Before enrollment:

• A registration form and liability waiver must be completed.

Program Expectations

To receive the greatest benefit from the program, participants are expected to:

• Treat horses, staff, volunteers, and fellow participants with respect.

• Participate to the best of their ability.

• Follow all safety instructions provided by staff.

• Do not interrupt instructors or other participants when they are talking. 

Notify us as soon as possible if a participant will be absent.

Attendance & Cancellations

• Payment reserves a participant’s spot in the program. Payment is due at sign up and is not refundable unless sessions have to be cancelled for reasons such as weather.

• Missed sessions are generally not refundable.

• Make-up sessions may be offered at the discretion of Steadfast Path Horsemanship & EAL when scheduling allows.

Weather Policy

Safety is our priority.

Sessions may be postponed or canceled due to:

• Severe weather

• Extreme heat or cold

• Unsafe footing or facility conditions

• Any circumstance that could create an unsafe environment

Families will be notified as soon as possible regarding weather-related cancellations.

Attire Requirements

Participants must wear:

• Closed-toe shoes or boots

• Weather-appropriate clothing

• Clothing that allows safe movement around horses

Please avoid:

• Dangling jewelry

• Loose scarves

• Flip flops/ sandals

Safety Rules

For the safety of participants, horses, staff, and visitors:

• No running, yelling, roughhousing, or climbing.

• Follow all staff instructions immediately.

• Horses may only be handled with staff permission and supervision.

• Participants must remain within designated program areas.

• Respect all animals, people, and property.

• No bullying, harassment, threatening behavior, or inappropriate language will be tolerated.

Parents and visitors are welcome to remain on-site but should avoid disrupting sessions.

Property Rules

For everyone’s safety:

• No smoking, vaping, alcohol, or illegal substances on the property.

• Pets are not permitted unless approved in advance.

• Restricted areas must be respected at all times.

Steadfast Path Horsemanship & EAL reserves the right to ask any individual to leave the property if behavior is unsafe, disruptive, or disrespectful.

Reasons for Program Dismissal

A participant may be dismissed from the program if:

• Safety rules are repeatedly ignored.

• Behavior creates a risk to themselves, others, or horses.

• Parents/guardians fail to comply with program policies.

• Repeated unexcused absences occur.

• Information affecting participant safety is withheld.

• Tuition or program fees remain unpaid.