All About Horses Program

An 8-week, all-on-the-ground program for kids who want to learn how horses think, live, and communicate. A great entry point into riding lessons, or a perfect fit for horse-loving kids who simply want to learn. It all begins with an idea.

A young girl wearing a pink helmet, striped shirt, and jeans brushes a large paint-colored pinto horse inside a wooden barn.

  • All About Horses is a structured, non-riding program designed for those who want to understand the why behind the horse. Over eight weeks, participants build a comprehensive foundation of horsemanship, safety, and equine behavior.

    This program serves as the essential first step before entering a riding program, or as a stand-alone course for those who want to master the art of ground-based connection. By removing the pressure of riding, we allow students to focus entirely on the communication and care that happens before a foot ever touches a stirrup.

    The 8-Week Curriculum:

    • Safety & Handling: Mastering the "rules of the barn" and safe leading techniques.

    • Equine Language: Learning to read subtle body language and "ear talk."

    • Comprehensive Care: Daily health checks, grooming, and nutritional basics.

    • Barn Literacy: Understanding tack, equipment, and the mechanics of a working stable.

    Why Start Here? Riding is only one small part of being a horseperson. This program ensures that when a student eventually steps into the saddle, they do so with a calm mind and a deep understanding of their equine partner.

    • Horse-loving kids who want more than a one-time experience.

    • Children who are curious about horses but not ready to ride yet.

    • Current riding lesson students who want more barn/horse time.

    • New riders who will be moving into lessons and want a solid horsemanship base.

    • Families who value safety, knowledge, and calm, structured learning.

  • 8-week series - One set day and time per week. Each session is fully ground-based with a blend of hands-on work and simple learning activities.

    Group Size - Small group - Limited spots to keep things calm, safe, and hands-on for each participant.

    • Format: Weekly structured sessions

    • Duration: 8 Weeks

    • Investment: $45 per session (Drop-ins welcome as space allows)

    • Boots with a small heel or sturdy closed-toe shoes.

    • Weather-appropriate clothing and layers.

    • Water bottle and a small snack if needed.

    • Calm, supportive, and age-appropriate.

    • Lots of time for questions and hands-on practice.

    • Step-by-step learning with clear safety guidelines.

    • Focus on kindness, patience, and respect for horses.

    Ground-based only - Beginner friendly - Horsemanship focused

    A gentle way to start — or deepen — a child’s journey with horses.

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