Trail Riding Lessons 310-633-0383
The trail ride lessons includes one on one instruction, with a focus on developing your equitation skills.
In my program, the student gets out on the trails as soon as possible, I do not do a lot of arena work. You will do some arena work to learn how to turn a loping horse. I don't set up unneccessarily long packages that will cost a lot of money - my goal is to get you out on the trails and riding. If I feel you are not ready to hit the trails, we will first work towards that as our goal.
I do not work with people that want a life in the show ring. My students are just regular folks that do not want to ride Rental Horses, but do want to ride Highly Trained Horses. Along the way you will learn to groom and saddle for no extra money, as it is included in my program. If you are athletic and not afraid of horses, I will have you up and loping on our first or second lesson.
I am currently looking for new students to join my trail riding lesson program. If you are a rider and want to improve your trail riding skills, ride a quality horse, explore Griffith Park trails and commit to riding with me at least once or twice a month, I am the instructor for you.
This provides the very unique opportunity to receive personalized riding instruction while exploring Griffith Park trails. While most riding instruction takes place in the confines of an arena, this package is provided to get you out on the trail. Once out on the trail you will receive personalized instruction to learn trail riding skills.This riding lesson is designed for intermediate or above students. You need to be comfortable in the saddle and able to control a horse. We get right out on the trails and enjoy nature. I am more like a riding club for those who ride but do not own their own horse.
I also am certified as a Equine Specialist in EAGALA.
My lesson rides are designed for those who have had some experience on a horse. I do not teach first time riders due to the fact that we get out on the trails and ride. I have many students who ride with me that are already experienced riders, but want a fun and trained horse to ride (NOT A RENTAL HORSE). If you are just getting started with your horseback riding I would recommend that you contact Suzanne Peika from Silver Spur Riding Stables at 310-413-1648.
What will I learn:
You will learn to be a safe recreational trail rider. We go over trail safety, equine behavior, stoping, backing, a controlled trot and lope.
The horses will be saddled upon your arrival so we spend more time in the saddle compared to an hour in the arena. I have found that you need time to warm up, thats why it is so important to have an extended lesson time. Many of my students go on to ride with me once or twice a month.
I can not tell you how important it is to learn on a highly trained horse. I have taken a lot of time to train my horses to be just what you are looking for. This will give you the best learning experience. I have very reasonable rates to allow you to get started.
Cash or check only:
Arena Lesson:
This lesson will teach you how to stop and turn a loping horse. You will also learn to two track, side pass and back up a horse. You will learn how to open and close gates. This is a full hour in the saddle.
$50.00
Oak Canyon Ride Lessons
(High Beginner to Advanced Riders Only Please):
This ride takes on a scenic trail ride through Griffith Park and get riding instructions along the way. This ride is available for three people, you and a friend. It typically lasts beween one to two hours and is private so no one else is on the trail. You'll enjoy the quality of trained and privately owned horses. This ride will be available starting March 1st of 2012.
$65.00
$50.00 Grand Opening Special (Save $15.00)
Adventure Ride Lessons - 2 hours
(High Beginner and Advanced Riders Only):
This ride takes us over to the Old LA Zoo and up to the Condor Cages or up to beautiful Amirs Garden or up Mt Hollywood where we rest and water the horses. If you like to lope this ride is for you, we have lots of open room to lope the horses. These rides can also be done slow and at your own pace.
$80.00
Mt. Hollywood Ride Lessons - 3 to 4 hours
(High Beginner and Advanced Riders Only):
This ride is the grand daddy of them all. We go up to Mt Hollywood, also a good ride to lope on. This ride requires you to be a strong rider, because we go down to the Griffith Observatory, Bronson Caves, The Old LA Zoo, Bronson Caves, and the Bill Echert Trail.
$100.00
Theater & Actors Riding Program
(Private Lessons):
This riding program is designed for those students and actors who wish to improve their experience around horses so they can add it to their permanent resume. This will give them a heads up over others who do not have horsemanship skills. With the latest release of True Grit the westerns and other moves are all bringing back horses to the movies.
I do require a 45min. Evaluation ride in the arena with me so I can see how much work is going to be needed. My goal is to have you handle, groom, saddle, walk, trot and even lope comfortably.
45 Min: Evaluation cost: $40.00
After you have been evaluated we will sit down and discuss pricing for a package set up just for you.
My pricing is very reasonable and I would love to have you join my program.
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24 hr Cancellation Policy
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My lessons are all private, one on one - I am not a rental stable.
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You will not find better horses, prices or instructor to learn from. (Please look around)
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