Our Philosophy:
At LNS we don't just pop you on a horse and send you into the ring. You will learn everything from safe ground handling and grooming of the horse on up to training level Dressage if you want to. We believe that spending some time before mounting up allows both you and your lesson horse to get a feel for each others current 'moods' - giving you both an idea of what to expect during the lesson.
We also do not subscribe to the 'quick fix' mentality you may find at many other riding academies. We know that the right way to teach both horses and riders is through building a strong knowledge and physical base through repetition and proper instruction and not by finding a way to 'cover up' or ignore a problem.
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We also have a very strong commitment to safety. Our safety record speaks for itself. We require all prospective students and/or their parents to read and understand our Riders Handbook that explains our philosophy and rules before starting a lesson program.
Programs
Pony Pals - This program is designed for our younger students, ages 4 to 6. We teach grooming and tacking up and how to be safe around the animals. The lessons are conducted with the Pony attached to a lead line. We teach balance, position, and other exercises and games designed to combine learning with fun exercise.
Beginning riding - we cover all the basics including how to safely work with horses, grooming, tack and tacking up, proper mounting & riding technique, and how to safely ride in a group environment. We offer both English & Western riding.
Intermediate riding - riders having a firm foundation in the basics are challenged with many new skills and exercises. Since learning everything about horses and riding is a life-long pursuit our intermediate lessons cover too many areas to list.
Beginning Hunter - learning to jump horses requires the student to have a firm riding foundation and the physical fitness required for this demanding sport. We have strict requirements for when riders are ready to learn jumping - for one good reason: Safety. We don't want our students to get hurt, and we don't want our school horses to be subjected to unsteady and unskilled riders. Riders in our Hunter program are constantly amazed with the a vast amount of skill, coordination, and physical ability required to jump successfully and safely.
Advanced Hunter - this program builds on your prior foundation to develop a higher skill level
Dressage - our program gets you started or continues your training in this fascinating discipline
Training & Driving - Learn the art of driving from the ground up. Lunging, long-lining, hitching, show & performance driving. Driving an obstacle course.
