Lessons

We offer both private and groups lessons. We have instructors for every level of student and offer lessons in both Western and English styles. Both Western and English lessons begin with lessons on general horsemanshp. We focus not only on riding with a balanced seat, but on all areas of horsemanship. We present a number of opportunities, all carefully designed to meet the specific needs of all of our students, ages 4 and up, beginner to advanced. We provide an introductory program for children with little or no experience, as well as wonderful experiences for those with more advanced skills to improve both their riding abilities and their general knowledge of horses. Students will appreciate the casual yet structured environment. When a student is ready to specialize, we offer the choices of Speed Events in Western such as barrel racing and pole bending or the slower pace of Western Pleasure. We also love our students to diversify into such events as Trail Classes. In English, we offer hunt seat and dressage. Whether your goals are for competition or riding for pleasure, we focus on safety, education and a correct seat.

We also offer a Kinder-Rider program for children under the age of 6. These "lessons" are 30 minutes and are a great way to introduce young children to the joys of horses. Call for more information.

We have developed the Back 9 Farms Lesson Level System to allow our students to progress through various stages. Each level has basic requirements for riding and horse care skills as well as horse-related knowledge that must be mastered. These levels are designed to allow the student and the parent to see actual progress with the skills that are acquired as well as to set goals for what they would like to attain. This program will allow each student to work at his or her own pace to become the best rider that he/she can be. We have periodic schooling shows where our lesson students can show off their acquired skills and we present the awards for each new level attained. We are very excited about this program. We believe that this system keeps both our students and instructors focused on the specific tasks that make each and every student a well-rounded and responsible horse-person.

Our students are also eligible to participate in our barn schooling shows. Due to the high demand of students wanting to attend local shows and only so much space on the trailers, Back 9 will be hosting monthly "saddle club" shows here. We will offer classes in Western and English rail classes as well as several speed events. All riders will be eligible for year end awards. This is a great first step for students that have never shown and great practice for our kids that plan to attend other shows. And most of all, a great way for all of our barn family to get together for a rip-roaring great time!!! Check back for a calendar of dates.