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We are committed to providing a fun and safe learning environment for riders of all ages and skills, giving them the tools to reach their horsemanship goals. We focus on a strong foundation of safety for all riders, both beginner and experienced, desiring to expand their skills both in the saddle and on the ground. Students learn not only all-around horsemanship, but also learn how to build strong long lasting and trusting relationships with their equine partner. These deep and beautiful relationships create lifelong memories.



Beginner to Advanced Lessons

Grace Riding Academy welcomes students of all skill levels and aspirations



LessonDesign

All lessons start from the ground up, building upon each rider’s individual skill level. No matter your experience level, I am happy to work with you where you are comfortable. If you have your own horse, feel free to schedule a lesson at either your place or mine. I like to start all riders with beginner lessons and build upon a strong foundation. Speed of progression in lessons is dependent upon the individual’s ability to advance, and we only move forward with techniques, speed, and technical maneuvers when the rider is ready.

All individual lessons consist of a similar format and are either 30 or 50 minutes long. Lessons start with grooming, brushing, picking out the feet, tacking up, saddling, working with the horse on the ground, riding on and off the lung line in the round pen and or the arena, un-saddling, brushing and caring for the horse before returning them to their paddock. This is the basic format of lessons, but horses are individual animals and sometimes they have hard days. With that said there is always something to learn when working with your horse even if you don’t get to ride. There are countless things to learn from your horse if they are having a hard day, it is the perfect opportunity to build up your horsemanship skills on the ground. Being an accomplished horse person is so much more than just riding, it is about being a well rounded individual. Here at Grace Riding Academy LLC, my goal is to provide an environment for you to learn about the horse from the ground up in a safe and encouraging environment.

Beginner Lessons

Complete Training for Beginner Riders

For riders of all ages! Lessons will focus on learning the basics on the ground and in the saddle. Starting with a solid foundation helps avoid issues down the road, it's always faster to do something right the first time rather than having to retrain old habits.

What will the rider learn?

  • Lessons include horsemanship on the ground and in the saddle, starting at each rider's level whether that be from the very beginning on the lead line, walking, trotting, while working on the horse and riders connection, balance, strength, and stretching.
  • Lessons can be either in an English or Western saddle.
  • Lesson horses are available no additional fee.

Intermediate Lessons

Once proficient in foundational riding and horsemanship skills, it is time to progress to intermediate lessons. Intermediate lessons are perfect for riders that know the basics and are starting to move forward in their skills on the ground and in the saddle.

What will the rider learn?

  • Lessons include horsemanship on the ground and in the saddle, working on the horse and riders connection, balance, and strength, in the walk, trot, and canter. If learning to jump is a rider’s goal intermediate lessons are perfect to start over ground poles to lay a foundation for jumping. Riders will grow their skills while continuing to work on the horse and riders connection, balance, strength, and stretching, on the ground and in the saddle.
  • The rider must use their own horse for intermediate lessons. Lesson horses are not avaialble.

Advanced Lessons

  • For the rider that wants to become a confident and skilled horseman on the ground, in the saddle, and over fences, having a solid foundation will never let you down. Once you have the basics and a secure foundation, it is time to deepen your skills and connection with your horse.
  • Advanced Lessons consist of polishing skills both in the saddle and on the ground.
  • The rider must use their own horse for advanced lessons. Lesson horses are not avaialble.

Offsite Lessons

  • Beginner to advanced lessons available.
  • Lessons can include horsemanship on the ground and in the saddle, working on the horse and riders connection, balance, strength, and conditioning, “problem horses”, Jumping etc...
  • Additional Travel fee may apply depending on location.

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(805) 268 - 7630

Pricing

Kid Lessons (under 18)

30 Minute Lessons

Per Lesson $60
Lesson Package
(4 lessons @ $55 / lesson)*		 $220

*Discount is only available to students that take lessons on a weekly basis (all 4 lessons used in 1 month)

50 Minute Lessons

Per Lesson $95
Lesson Package
(4 lessons @ $85 / lesson)*		 $340

*Discount is only available to students that take lessons on a weekly basis (all 4 lessons used in 1 month)

Minimum Commitment: 2 Lessons / month

Adult Lessons

50 Minute Lessons

Per Lesson $100
Lesson Package
(4 lessons @ $90 / lesson)*		 $360

*Discount is only available to students that take lessons on a weekly basis (all 4 lessons used in 1 month)

Minimum Commitment: 2 Lessons / month

Weight Limits

Applies only to lesson horses

Each horse has their own physical limitations, which means that there is a maximum amount of weight that they can carry safely. Due to my horses' physical limitations, the maximum weight limit for riders taking lessons is 180 lbs. See chart below:

Lesson Horses

Pandora
Cassiopeia "Cici"
Kharatee

Up-and-Coming Horses

Arizona
Georgia

Horses through the years

Dallas
Penny
Carolina
Cody
Appa
Momo
Maple
Zoe Girl
Lucy
Wind Walker
Tahira Mar
Estralita "S.E."

contactus

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to text us at any time.

(805) 268-7630

[email protected]
930 E Clark Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455

Forms

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If you are interested in riding lessons, please submit the form below or send a text to (805) 268-7630. I will get back to you with lesson openings!