Lessons

We are here to help you succeed in your riding goals!

PRF is a fun, active barn with lots of learning opportunities both in the saddle and on the ground.

We have a fun, diverse range of students of all levels and ages. From the youngest of beginners just being introduced to the magic of horses, to experienced riders looking to show competitively, to adult riders wanting to continue their love of horses and be a part of the barn community.

Learning about horse care and management is an essential part of our program.
We believe that in order to create great riders, we must create great horsemen, and our unmounted lessons, involvement with the United States Pony Club, day to day instruction, clinics, and camps reflect that goal.

PRF is committed to helping all of its students become well rounded equestrians and successful riders.

Lesson Package 1

Half hour private lessons for those just starting their horse journey. (4) mounted lessons monthly. (4) unmounted horsemanship classes monthly.

●Get started in a one-on-one setting where students can progress at their own pace and gain the skill sets to be independent riders and move up in the program to an hour group lesson.

●For younger students, Parent and child learn together! We go through grooming, tacking, and riding, with the parent leading the horse while the child rides. The instructor directs a fun lesson, and also teaches the parent how to work with horses safely. Parent attendance is encouraged but not required. (ages 7+)

$275

Lesson Package 2

Small group 60 minute lessons for advance beginner through Intermediate. (4) lessons (group) monthly. (4) unmounted horsemanship classes.

●If you started in private lessons, you have graduated to a an hour group situation and are ready to move forward in your riding!

●This package is also for those who are already familiar with horses and have suitable prior experience. These students can independently and safely groom, tack, walk and trot on the rail unassisted

●Groups are organized so that students are with others of similar ability level

●Students who have moved to a group are now able to join Pleasant Ridge Pony Club.

$325

Lesson Package 3

12 lessons total. 4 one hour group and 4 additional either group and/or private mounted and 4 unmounted

Small group lessons and/or half hour private lessons.

●For those who intend on leasing need additional help with their training or intend on being on PRF show teams.

●Advanced students are now able to lease suitable lesson horses

●Advanced students may now be a part of PRF show teams

$565

All packages include the following

●Weekly mounted lesson (4)

●Weekly unmounted horsemanship class (4)

●Online progress tracking and Level Program with goals and awards to track progress

● Access to Goal setting meetings with trainer

●Access to twice yearly at-home horse shows. Fall Fun Show and Spring Mini Trials

●Access to on site clinics with top industry professionals that are not open to the public

●Unlimited PRF lesson/clinic auditing

●Ability to join Pleasant Ridge Pony Club and PRF show teams

Horsemanship Only Package

Join us for our unmounted horsemanship classes and learn all the ins and outs of horse care and management. From formal show prep to addressing injuries, to barn managment.

This class is for those who may only want to learn from the ground without riding or are on our wait list for the regular program

Those in th Horsemanship program get first offering when lesson times open up!

$150

PRF has beginner and advanced show teams.
PRF travels throughout USEA Area II to compete

PRF show team members have the opportunity to attend local schooling show series
as well as regional horse trials within USEA, Area II.
More advanced students compete in USEA registered competitions.

Our Pony Club competes regionally, and travels to Championships in KY every three years.

PRF routinely hosts clinics with industry professionals from

5* Event riders to Grand Prix Dressage riders

WANT TO TRY US OUT FIRST?

Click here to schedule a Meet and Greet Trial lesson
This is a great way to get a better idea of how we can help you achieve your riding goals and learn more about our program

Maia Jensen

Maia Jensen's teaching style is based in goal setting, thoughtful riding, and discussion/self evaluation. An avid equestrian from a young age, Maia has a wealth of experience working with all kinds of horses from ottb's, to upper level event horses, to naughty ponies. In 2014 she passed her USPC H-A certification, one of only a handful of candidates to pass that year. She has competed through prelim eventing, 2nd level dressage, and 1.10m jumpers. From the years 2011 through 2015 Maia was a working student/groom for 4* rider Allie Sacksen. During this time she gained valuable experience managing the care of upper-level event horses and introducing green young horses to the sport of eventing. Maia is an enthusiastic and thoughtful instructor and trainer. Ship ins welcome or training board is available depending on stall space.

Briana Yetter

PRF owner and instructor, Briana Yetter, is an active USDF (United States Dressage Federation) and Area II, USEA (United States Eventing Association) competitor. Briana places an emphasize on developing her students independent seat and basic equitation skills with a dressage emphasize that can then be applied to helping their horses develop in their training.

As the owner of PRF and Center Administrator of the Pleasant Ridge Pony Club, you can contact her regarding any of our instructors. 570-856-4977 brily17@ptd.net.

ARIA Certified (American Riding Instructor Association)

Karen Garcia

Karen Garcia is one of our Young Rider Instructors with a special passion and patience for the youngest of students. Along with teaching lessons she also leads many of our summer camps and works as PRF's barn manager. She is currently working towards her own riding goals in Eventing with her 12yr old Quarter Horse, Leroy.
Karen moved here 6 years ago from Washington state where she had spent 10+ years as a barn manager at a few locations, including 4yrs as a professional groom for an upper level Dressage rider. Her time there also had her working closely with riding instructor and professional life coach Jen Verharen. Karen’s experience and passion for horses and teaching kids makes her a wonderful part of our barn.
Karen is ARIA Certified (American Riding Instructors Association) and a ACA (Assistant Center Administrator) of Pleasant Ridge Pony Club Center.

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KG Equestrian

Steph Serrenti

Miss Steph specializes in organizing and teaching our fun BEGINNER SUMMER/ SPRING and WINTER CAMPS! Young riders need a special touch when starting their journey with horses. While developing their core basics and position in the tack is important, it should always remain FUN and POSITIVE. Miss Steph makes all of our camps a great stepping stone into horse discovery!