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.
2 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+)

$300 Basic Intro Program
(4 private half hours and 2 Horsemanship)
$540 Intro Plus Program
(8 private half hours and 2 Horsemanship)

Lesson Package 2

Small group 60 minute lessons for advance beginner through Intermediate. 4 lessons (group) monthly.
2 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.

$350

Lesson Package 3

12 lessons total. 4 one hour group and 4 additional either group and/or private mounted and 2 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

$590

All packages include the following

●Weekly mounted lesson (4)

●Weekly unmounted horsemanship class (2)

●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!

$75

Ready to move beyond the local back yard shows in the Poconos?
PRF has beginner and advanced show teams

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

Karen Garcia

Karen Garcia is one of our Young Rider Instructors, and she has a special gift for working with children. Her patience, kindness, and fun teaching style make her a favorite among our youngest riders. Along with teaching lessons, Karen also leads many of our summer camps and keeps everything running smoothly as PRF’s Barn Manager. She enjoys pursuing her own riding goals in Eventing and Dressage with her horse, a 17-year-old Quarter Horse named Leroy.

Before moving to Pennsylvania six years ago, Karen spent over ten years in Washington State as a barn manager, including four years as a professional groom for an upper-level Dressage rider. She also had the opportunity to work closely with respected instructor and professional life coach Jen Verharen, experiences that shaped her thoughtful and supportive approach to teaching.

With her ARIA Certification and role as an Assistant Center Administrator of the Pleasant Ridge Pony Club, Karen brings not only knowledge and experience, but also a genuine passion for helping kids learn, grow, and enjoy their time with horses.

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