Hunter, Jumper & Equitation Training at Black Bay Equestrian
The key to a
successful Hunter/Jumper training program is one that that promotes happy, healthy and
safe horses that enjoy their work, and encourages good communication between horse and rider. All horses are unique and therefore learn differently, so they
should be approached with a well thought out individual plan that caters to that particular horse’s disposition and
abilities. What the owner hopes to achieve with their horse also plays a key role in developing an individual training program.
Personalized Service
With a maximum of 10 horses in training, each client and their horse receive the personalized service that accompanies a small facility. Chris personally rides each horse in a training program, enabling her to consistently monitor their health, soundness, attitude and training development.
Hunter/Jumper Training Options
Black Bay Equestrian offers an array of training options that can be individually tailored to you and your horse. Schedules for riding lessons and other services are flexible to suit the needs of our clients.
Training Options Available:
Full Training - $425/mo
- 5 days per week of lessons and/or schooling rides
- Includes 1 Private lesson per week
- Includes day fees and trainer rides at 1 day horse shows
- Horse show prep (show clipping, mane pulling)
- Medication when needed (client supplied)
- 3rd feeding of client supplied pellets, etc.
- Minimum 3 days of turnout
- Blanketing - 7 days
- Sale horse preparation
- 3 days per week of lessons and/or schooling rides
- Blanketing 3 days per week
- Turnout 2 days per week
- 3rd feeding of client supplied pellets, etc.
- 7 day blanketing and additional turnout available - $10 per week
- Available on an individual basis. Group riding lessons not to exceed 5 riders to ensure individual attention from the trainer.
- Available as needed to keep horses schooled, fit, and ready to show.
- Daily schooling for you and your horse. Trainer schooling rides at shows are included as needed.
- Horses must be in a full or partial training program for minimum of 30 days to start.
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Our Training Philosophy - Horsemanship, Education, Success.
In order to achieve a successful relationship between both horse and rider, we adhere to a system of "rules" that we feel best serves these goals:
• A focus on rideability and getting the most from your horse.
This means a horse should not only be "trainer broke", it should be ridden and schooled in a way that makes it a suitable mount for the owner or rider.
• Physical and mental wellbeing is paramount to having a horse that enjoys its work.
If your horse is adverse to a particular movement or suddenly becomes sour or unwilling, he may be trying to tell you something.
A close working relationship with your vet can help rule out any physical cause for discomfort.
• I encourage continuing education through riding in or auditing clinics.
The best riders and trainers never stop learning. Taking advantage of watching or riding with other professionals helps
keep things fresh and productive at home, and you may learn a few new tricks!
• A good rider is also a good horseperson.
All riders in training or taking lessons will also learn to properly care for their horses, tack, etc. Basic knowledge should include how to wrap legs, lunge, and perform basic wound care among other things.
Horses are not machines, and they require a lot of care. Taking care of your horse at all levels not only gives you a stronger
bond with your horse, but also tells you what your horse is feeling that day. Basic horsemanship is an essential part of being a knowlegeable equestrian.
Rates
Full training - $425 per month.
Partial training - $250 per month.
Private lessons - $60 for 1 hour
Semi private lessons - (2 people) $45 per person for 1 hour
Group lessons - (3 - 5 people) $40 per person for 1 1/2 hours.
Individual schooling rides - $30 per horse
Schooling at shows - $45 per day per horse/rider combination, includes trainer rides
Trail training - $30 per ride
Lunch Feeding - $50 per month. Clients have the option of a mid-day feeding of high quality pellets. Supplements provided by the owner will be fed at no additional charge.