Riding Program
Our Riding Program offers children and adults of all abilities opportunities to develop horsemanship skills, fitness, and self-confidence. Our model connects horsemanship skills with life skills in a safety-first environment. This adaptive program includes classes in basic riding, dressage, western riding, jumping, trail obstacles, and drill team.
Think you may have a horse that would do well in our program? Visit the horse donation page and fill out our donation/lease form!
Inclusive Model
One out of every five adults has a disability in the U.S. Many of these individuals live their lives without ever being diagnosed. By providing our services to everyone, we are able to help more people learn, grow, and heal.
Costs
We offer a variety of riding classes to serve our community. All classes are available on a weekly or every other week schedule, with the exception of jumping which requires a weekly commitment. There are four quarters per year (Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall). Forward Stride bills in advance for each quarter. Quarters average 10-13 weeks of lessons.
Riding Evaluation
Required before enrollment into any session- 60 Minutes
- Private Evaluation
Group Flat
- 45 Minutes
- 3-4 Students per flat class (no jumping)
Group Jumping
- 45 Minutes
- 3-4 Students per jumping class
Fundamental
- 25 Minutes
- Private flat lesson (no jumping)
Semi-Private Flat
- 45 Minutes
- 2 Students per flat class (no jumping)
Semi-Private Jumping
- 45 Minutes
- 2 Students per jumping class
Private Flat
- 45 Minutes
- Private flat lesson (no jumping)
Private Jumping
- 45 Minutes
- Private jumping lesson
Riding Program Application
Thank you for your interest in Forward Stride! Our programs are open to individuals of all levels and abilities. Complete the form below and we will contact you when we have an appropriate opening. If it seems like you will be a good fit for a certain class you will be asked to complete our registration and evaluation process. Class placement takes into consideration each client’s goals, age, health, and ability.