Kids Riding Academy at Barnes Paddock in Angier / Coats, NC

We offer two youth programs; ages 5 - 10 and pre-teens up to late teens.

WHY CONSIDER OUR RIDING SCHOOL LESSON PROGRAMS?

For families who do not own a horse:
The cost of an average horse that is safe and sound enough for your child to enjoy will start around $1,500 with no upward limit. The cost of a pre-purchase health exam for a horse costs between $250 - $700. The yearly average maintenance and health care costs of a healthy riding horse can range between $300 to $600 per year (deworming, twice yearly vaccinations, dental care, rabies, coggins testing, and hoof care). An emergency can cost you more than you paid for the horse. The cost of equipment such as saddles ($300+), bridles, grooming tools, a first aid kit, blankets, can be steep. The cost of monthly food can average between $45 - $100 (depending on the size of the horse) and board (if you do not own property) costs between $100 for 'no frills - no food' services all the way up to $400.00 per month for full care. Our program provides horses, equipment, facility and learning materials.

*For families who do own a horse:
The cost of lessons in our area of Harnett, Johnston or south Wake county averages about $35.00 - $45.00 for a private one hour lesson to about $25 for 1/2 hour private or 1 hour group lessons. Most people who do own a family horse at home do not have a full training facility.

TEEN RIDING SCHOOL

Riding School for 11-18 year olds starts with an introductory 6 week class for beginners and continues into intermediate riding and horse care skills. Students will be required to have proper foot wear and a safety helmet. Book, notebook and learning material all included. Use our horse or bring your own.

Introduction to the Stable & Horses (No Riding)

Class is 6 weeks in length and meets one evening per week, rain or shine (in the case of a class cancelation a make up day will be on a Saturday afternoon during that 6 week period). Once students finish this class they can progress to the riding sessions.

Fee: $130.00. Requirements: Sturdy safe shoes. Includes: Book, notebook and learning materials.

New session starting mid to late May 2008, taking reservations now!

Horse Riding School

This program is laid out to continue in 6 week block sessions, as a small group class with 2-4 students and last between 1 hour to 1 hr 30 minutes. Class meets 1 evening a week (rain or shine) with one scheduled Saturday per 6 week session for special classroom or outside activities, or make up riding time due to bad weather.

This program will continue with the provided book, worksheets, and will be combined with a goal oriented badge program.

Students will continue to learn safety, general pony care, grooming, ground handling and stable etiquette. Children will be taught introductory riding skills. Activities will be very hands on, with occasional off property field trips.

$140.00 per 6 week session (not including special field trip fees) our horse
$120.00 per 6 week session with your own horse

JUNIOR PONY SCHOOL

The Junior Pony School is a program for kids ages 5- 10. This program covers basic rules of the stable, safety, general horse handling, grooming, tack & equipment (no riding). Children will be required to have proper foot wear and a safety helmet. Book, notebook and learning material all included. This program requires all beginners and new students to use our ponies (intermediate level, long term students in this age group may bring their own, suitable. horse/pony).

Introduction to the Stable & Ponies (No Riding)

Class is 6 weeks in length and meets one evening per week, rain or shine (in the case of a class cancelation a make up day will be on a Saturday afternoon during that 6 week period). Once students finish this class they can progress to the riding sessions.

Fee: $130.00. Requirements: Sturdy safe shoes. Includes: Book, notebook and learning materials.

New session starting mid to late May 2008, taking reservations now!

Junior Pony Riding School, ages 5-7

This program is laid out to continue in 6 week block sessions, as a small group class with 2-4 students and last between 1 hour to 1 hr 30 minutes. Class meets 1 evening a week (rain or shine) with one scheduled Saturday per 6 week session for special classroom or outside activities, or make up ridin time due to bad weather.

This program will continue with the beginner book, worksheets, and will be combined with a goal oriented badge program.

Children will continue to learn safety, general pony care, grooming, ground handling and stable etiquette. Children will be taught introductory riding skills. Activities will be very hands on.

$140.00 per 6 week session our ponies, $120.00 your pony/horse

Junior Pony Riding School, ages 7 - 10

This program is laid out to continue in 6 week block sessions, as a small group class with 4-6 students and last between 1-2 hours. Class meets 1 evening a week (rain or shine) with one scheduled Saturday per 6 week session for special classroom or outside activities, or make up ridin time due to bad weather.

This program will continue with the beginner book, worksheets, and will be combined with a goal oriented badge program.

Children will continue to learn safety, general pony care, grooming, ground handling and stable etiquette. Children will be taught introductory riding skills and beyond. Activities will be very hands on.

$140.00 per 6 week session our ponies, $120.00 your pony/horse

 

Please see the General Lesson Info or Adult Club page for detailed information.