Kid's Lessons

 

Leadline Lessons ~ Back by popular demand!

For Beginners 7, 8 & 9 years old
 Starting Oct. 29. Call now to schedule half-hour lessons on Saturday mornings

Private Lessons for the young child, ages seven up. A fun and easy way for horse and child to meet each other. Miwok Livery’s friendly horses have introduced generations of children to horseback riding. Lay a foundation of balance in the saddle, confidence on and around horses and a positive first riding experience for your child.

We start with a gentle introduction to our horses and ponies, and then start your child in the saddle, with the reins in hand. The instructor will take the child for rides around the barn or small arena, leading the horse by a lead-line, giving the child a sense of security and confidence, and above all, enjoyment.

5 half-hour private leadline lessons.............$250.
Single Try-out half-hour leadline lesson.......$60.

Leadline Brochure 2011-2012

 

Afterschool Program

Novice, Intermediate & Advanced Kids
Miwok Livery's After-school Program gives English riding lessons weekly from September through May. Children are assigned to a class appropriate for their riding experience. Classes are held in the outdoor arenas and indoor arena. The instructors are credentialled and experienced in teaching children at all levels. This course is not appropriate for beginners - prior experience in summer camp or other quality lessons is required. Classes are assigned carefully per experience level. Class size limited to 6.
Course begins the week of September 12.

Fees:
One-hour classes, 9 months, $2,100.
Half-hour classes, nine months, $1,500.
$600 non-refundable deposit required.

Holidays
No class Thanksgiving Week, November 21-25. No class Christmas Holiday, December 19 -December 31. (Livery is open all Spring, even during ski week and Easter weeks. Classes may be combined.) As with academic schools, there are no makeups; it is a nine-month course package. The classes are assigned carefully by experience level and class sizes are limited for optimal learning and safety.

umbrellaRAINY DAY SCHEDULES & Storm Cancellations
Call us or watch for an emai from us to find out if we are on the Rainy Day schedule. Some Kids classes are 4:00-5:00 in good weather, but ride at 5:00-6:00 when we must move into the indoor arena.

We will email you by noon that day, and will leave a recorded message on our VIP line: 389-9414.

Absent or Late? Always call or email us early in the day to let us know if you will be absent from class, so we do not saddle your horse. Please call if you are running late so we can have your horse ready for you.
Student VIP hotline: 389-9414. Email: liveryoffice@miwokstables.com.

Riding Apparel
Livery riders wear SEI approved helmets, riding breeches, and paddock boots, and bring an inexpensive riding crop. Riding gloves (not mittens!) and warm jackets are essential in cold weather. A good tack store is Marin Tack & Feed, on Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo.

Show Team
Miwok advanced students may qualify for the Miwok Livery Show Team. Team riders practice twice a week and compete in local schooling shows. Our emphasis is on team spirit, working together toward a common goal, achieving our personal best through consistent practice while having fun. See Show Team News link.

SHOW TEAM BROCHURE '11-'12

For After-school classes Kids must have experience.
Beginners start with the Summer Camp Programs. Day Camps give them a great start. Beginners over the age of 12 can take the adult Introductory classes as well. We do not start beginners or 7-8 year olds in the After-school Program. Children must be nine years old to take the Afterschool classes.

 

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