TRIPLE CREEK FARM LESSONS & TRAINING

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Lessons at Triple Creek Farm follow the traditional model from the 1950s and before. The instructor is mounted in order to demonstrate, except with students who are very new and require assistance from the ground. Groups are typically limited to two or three riders. Lesson times are longer than typically found today. Each lesson begins in the arena or round pen, with a specific technical focus appropriate to the individual’s or group’s progress. After the technical portion of the lesson, the lesson moves to the application phase on the cross country course where the day’s concept can be applied and tested in varied footing. Riders progress as slowly or as quickly as their ability, physical conditioning, and desire permit. Effectiveness is emphasized over style, as well as dynamic balance and timing over form. Proper form is the result, not the means to improvement. In other words, we do not yell, “Heels down!” here, but rather guide riders to find for themselves proper balance, flexibility and agility with their horse through structured practical experience.

Bob Wood on TCF instruction: Principals and Standards of the Lesson Program
When looking for an instructor: Information for new students and parents of new young riders
More information on English Riding: Comparison of Riding Methods
More information on the Balanced Seat: History of the Balanced Seat
Bob Wood biographical information: Biography

Bob/horseguy discussion of the Balanced Seat: Forum 

$35 per rider

Package of 10 group lessons $300 (10 lessons must be completed within 4 months)

Private Lessons

$55 each

Package of 10 private lessons $475 (10 lessons must be completed within 4 months)**

Jumping lessons are conducted in the outdoor arena and on the cross-country course according to the development and goals of the student. 

Typical lesson time is 90 minutes. Master Card & Visa accepted for lesson packages.

**If a lesson package is terminated before it is completed by either the student or the farm, then any calculation of a refund is based on all prior lessons of the current package being charged at the non-package rate.

Family Plan Lessons

If immediate family members wish to purchase lesson packages, private or group, for multiple family members Triple Creek Farm will not require that all the lesson package be purchased immediately. For example, if two siblings or a parent and child wish to take lessons, the family would agree to purchase two lesson packages. One lesson package would be purchased in full at the start of the lessons, and the second package would be purchased at the 5^th lesson or 60 days, which ever came first under the Family Plan agreement.  

Cross Country Course Group Schooling Session 

Cross country schooling sessions are $35 per rider, two hours in length, and offered in groups of 2 to 4 riders. The cost for individual riders schooling alone is $50. This cost includes use of outdoor arena for warm up. Schooling riders are welcome to use the wash facilities, picnic area and other conveniences.

Balanced Seat Video Analysis - Complete Rider & Horse Evaluation 

Our Balanced Seat Video Analysis Program offers the rider a unique perspective on their riding technique and on their horse’s performance. Participants in the Video Analysis Program gain expert advise on their riding technique from the traditional Balanced Seat point of view, as well as insight into the potential of their horse. Because the Video Analysis Program is based on the Balanced Seat principle of effectiveness rather than style, it helps the rider discover the practical reasons for any difficulties in accomplishing certain movements. Balanced Seat Video Analysis is a great tool for a rider who feels “plateaued out”, and wants to break through to the next level in their riding. Viewing your riding with the Analysis Program results provides you with the specifics and the priorities that will improve your technique in no-nonsense ways, and promote your horse's progress as well.

 Participants in the Video Analysis Program provide a DVD or VHS tape of their riding, up to 20 minutes in length. Participants receive a detailed list of movements, camera angles, and their details that will insure that their video is optimized for the highest benefit during analysis. Balanced Seat Video Analysis Program cost $80. 

Contact Bob Wood at horseguy@equineequip.com for further information.

Please check CALENDAR for clinic dates.

One Day Clinics from $85 to $175 depending on type of clinic. Individualized clinics for small groups or families are possible. Riding clubs are eligible for a clinic discount.

Personal Clinics / Intensive Instruction 

We offer personalized clinics with intensive riding and training sessions for professionals, competitors, horse owners, and serious students.  A highly specialized course of instruction tailored specifically to the needs and goals of the individual rider in which the student, over a short period of time, will experience concentrated education and accelerated skills development.

Horses available for sale are listed on the HORSES FOR SALE page. 

Horses are available for lessons and schooling rides.

Triple Creek Farm accepts horses for specific training such as jumping, technical issues like lead changes, gaits, and so on. An evaluation of the horse is required prior to acceptance for training. We typically do not accept horses under 4 years old or over 8 years old. Training is $40 per hour.

Board for horses in training $385 per month, plus feed surcharge for horse requiring special or additional feed.

Boarding for short term stays is $25 per day. 

Boarding is available only to horses in training, to riders who are involved in an intensive training program with their horse, and to out-of-town riders for schooling rides.

FOR LESSONS, TRAINING & SCHOOLING RIDES PLEASE EMAIL: horseguy@equineequip.com or call us at 717-243-8178

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