Lessons at Cedarhill Farm
Group and private riding instruction in Hunters, Jumpers, and Equitation.
Our program builds confident riders through strong horsemanship both in and out of the saddle.
Why Many Families Lease First
Most riders progress quickly through the lower levels, often moving from Cross Rails to 2’ and then 2’6 within a few years. During that time, it is often best for their development to ride more than one horse.
For many families, leasing offers the most practical path. It allows riders to gain experience on appropriate mounts as their skills grow, without committing too early to a purchase.
How Cedarhill Thinks About Progression
Starting Out
In the early stages, riders benefit from safe, steady, predictable horses and ponies that help build confidence and strong horsemanship. These mounts are especially valuable because of their disposition and reliability.
Moving Up
Once a rider reaches the 2’6 level and beyond, they are generally ready for a horse with both a kind disposition and greater athletic ability. As ability and experience increase, pricing and expectations usually increase as well.
When Ownership Starts to Make More Sense
Riders often begin the 3’ division on a horse that may carry them through the remainder of their junior career. At that stage, purchasing may become the more practical long-term decision.
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• Long tes required
• Boots with a low heel
• Helmets available upon request
• Bring completed registration and release forms to your first lesson -
Session Lessons (Best Value)
• Same day and time each week
• Prepaid monthly
• $95 per lesson
• Priority scheduling
• No rescheduling or makeups
A La Carte Lessons
• Flexible scheduling
• $160 per lesson
• 24-hour notice required
• Limited availability
Private Lessons
• $125 per lesson
• Flexible scheduling
• Ideal for beginners or focused training -
• 24-hour notice required for a la carte and private lessons
• No makeups or rescheduling for session lessons
• Late fees apply for overdue payments -
Lessons continue in light rain with horsemanship instruction.
In cases of severe weather or unsafe conditions, Cedarhill will notify you of cancellations. -
Summer Lessons
• Flexible scheduling (June–August)
• Minimum 4 lessons/month for discounted rate
• Prepayment required
Fall Registration
• Begins July 1
• New registration forms required annually
• $50 registration fee