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Lesson Information
- Monthly tuition for once a week group riding is $220 per month. Monthly tuition for once a week private riding is $300. Instructors will place the rider in the appropriate lesson format. There are no make-up lessons or credits for lessons cancelled or missed by the rider. If Hearts cancels lessons during any given month, a make up day will be offered. If there is any question as to whether Hearts is open for lessons due to weather, please call the office at (805) 964-1519. Financial assistance may be available. Contact the office for details.
- Private lessons are a ½ hour, and group lessons can run up to one hour, generally with a maximum of four students. In addition to the instructor, there may be up to three volunteers per student. Group lessons will attempt to include students with similar abilities, goals and experiences.
- All students are encouraged to participate in games and competitions in the lessons to reinforce riding skills. These games encourage friendly competition, provide a sense of accomplishment, and allow students to be involved in positive socialization as well as giving a forum to allow them to display their talent and skills.
- Along with acquiring new riding skills, lessons may include learning to care for the horses. This consists of learning about grooming, use of equipment, and proper behavior around large animals.
- Sometimes Hearts runs special inclusion Summer and Winter horse camps for children 8-13 years. Check here for more information.
Lesson Policies
- Potential riders must be a minimum of 4 years old. All riders will be assessed initially and placed in the appropriate class.
- Students should arrive 5-10 minutes prior to lesson time in order to get their helmet on, check in with the instructor, use the restroom if necessary, etc.
- A parent or guardian is required to remain on the Hearts property during lessons. No student drop-offs are permitted.
- All students must wear long pants (no shorts, capris, clam-diggers, etc.) and closed-toed shoes, preferably with a heel. Riding helmets must be worn and are provided.
- Young siblings or friends are welcome so long as they are under the supervision of an adult. Running, yelling, climbing, etc. is prohibited, as it can be detrimental to the safety and quality of the lessons.
- Animal friends are welcome to stay in the car quietly.
P.O. Box 30662, Santa Barbara, CA 93130 805.964.1519
