WildHeart Riding School offers a structured Home Education Program specifically tailored for homeschooling families. This program is designed to meet educational and developmental goals through a unique blend of horsemanship theory and riding practice.
We are an educational partner for home education families seeking physical education, life skills, responsibility training, and animal care education in a hands-on, safe, and supportive environment.
Our 20-min introductory lesson is priced at $49 and serves as the perfect starting point for children who are curious about horseback riding. This session is designed with two key goals in mind:
The lesson provides a low-pressure opportunity for your child to experience what horseback riding is all about. They’ll get a feel for the environment, meet the horses, and engage with the trainer in a one-on-one setting. This gives them a chance to discover whether horseback riding is an activity they want to pursue more regularly.
During this lesson, our experienced trainers conduct a light assessment to better understand your child’s:
This information allows us to determine the teaching style best suited to your child and identify their current skill level. If the child expresses interest in continuing, we use this assessment to tailor a personalized riding program that fits their needs.
If your child is interested in group lessons, this initial session also helps us evaluate their readiness for a group setting. Based on their behavior, ability to follow instructions, and interaction with the horse, we can place them in a group class that matches their developmental level—ensuring a safe and productive learning environment.
Private lessons at WildHeart Riding School are one-on-one sessions designed to provide highly personalized instruction for each student. These sessions are especially beneficial for students who thrive with focused attention or have unique learning needs and goals.
Each private lesson includes:
For complete beginners and new riders, we always start with private lessons. There is a tremendous amount to learn at the outset—from basic horse handling and equipment safety to posture and emotional regulation—and it’s important that students master these foundational skills before entering a group environment.
This approach is not only about giving them the best chance at success, but also about ensuring safety for all riders. We want to be sure that riders have solid fundamentals before working near others on horseback.
Our private lesson program is carefully tailored to each individual. We match every student with the right horse and instructor, ensuring the most supportive and productive learning environment. The curriculum is adapted to align with the student’s personal goals, interests, and pace of progression, whether that includes basic horsemanship, advanced riding techniques, or future competition preparation.
Group lessons at WildHeart Riding School provide students with the opportunity to learn alongside their peers in a fun, collaborative setting. Each class includes no more than three to four students per instructor, allowing for personalized guidance while still promoting social engagement.
Each group lesson includes:
To ensure effective learning, students are grouped by age, attention span, and skill level. This careful grouping ensures that each rider is surrounded by peers who are at a similar developmental stage. It helps avoid large skill gaps that can hinder group progress, and promotes a balanced environment where everyone can grow together and get the most out of the instruction.
Regardless of format, the curriculum covers the following areas:
Students may enroll for once, twice, or three times per week. All programs are booked by the month and designed to run in monthly sessions.
Billing options:
Late Arrivals.
Riders are expected to arrive on time for all scheduled lessons and must proceed directly to the arena upon arrival so instruction may begin promptly.
Late arrivals will not extend the lesson time and will count against the allotted lesson duration. No refunds, credits, or rescheduling will be provided due to late arrival.
Rescheduling Policy.
Rescheduling is offered solely as a courtesy at the discretion of WildHeart Riding School and does not constitute a contractual right, guarantee, or obligation.
At the time of initial enrollment, Riders may reschedule a lesson without charge. Riders may also reschedule a lesson without charge if written notice is provided at least thirty (30) days in advance of the originally scheduled lesson date.
Any rescheduling request made outside of these conditions will be subject to a $25 rescheduling fee, charged to the payment method on file.
Rescheduled lessons are limited to available time slots between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday, and are subject to instructor and horse availability. Availability is not guaranteed, and all rescheduling requests are subject to approval by WildHeart Riding School staff.
Clarification Regarding Non-Attendance and Refunds.
Any lesson for which a Rider provides notice of intent to reschedule, but fails to attend the originally scheduled lesson time, shall be considered used unless the lesson is successfully rescheduled and attended in accordance with this Agreement.
A Rider’s subsequent decision not to reschedule, including a decision made after the fact, or inability to attend a rescheduled lesson, does not convert that lesson into a refundable or credited class and does not entitle the Rider to a refund, credit, or replacement lesson.
Failure to attend either the original lesson or the approved rescheduled lesson shall result in the lesson being treated as a missed lesson, which is non-refundable and non-transferable, without exception.
Missed Lessons.
Lessons that are cancelled, missed, or not attended for any reason are considered forfeited and are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Inclement Weather.
In the event of inclement weather or unsafe riding conditions, as determined solely by WildHeart Riding School staff, the Facility may conduct a dismounted horsemanship lesson or administratively reschedule the lesson to the next available time block.
The determination of whether conditions are safe for mounted riding, or the conduct of dismounted instruction for the duration of the lesson block, shall be made exclusively by WildHeart Riding School, and such determination shall be final.
Students participate in a Rider Evaluation and Certification that assesses skill development and readiness to advance within the program. This certification confirms a student’s ability to safely and independently handle a horse from grooming through riding and post-ride care.
Certification Covers
Certification Purpose
Students who pass the evaluation receive a certification showing they can confidently tack a horse and lead it to the arena independently. This certification tracks progress, builds confidence, and documents advancement. It does not permit students to teach lessons.
Pricing
Our Introduction to Horsemanship Field Trip Trips are a fun, structured way for home educated students to experience horses in a safe, supportive environment.
This is a great option for beginners who want a meaningful introduction to riding and horsemanship—no prior experience required.
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Our Recreational Equine-Assisted Therapy Program offers a supportive, hands-on experience designed to help individuals build confidence, emotional awareness, and personal growth through guided interaction with horses. This program is non-clinical and recreational in nature, focusing on emotional grounding, trust-building, and self-regulation in a calm, outdoor environment.
Recreational Equine-Assisted Therapy is especially beneficial for:
Each session is tailored to the participant’s comfort level and personal goals.
Participants work one-on-one with experienced instructors and carefully selected therapy horses in a structured yet relaxed setting. Sessions may include:
Horses naturally respond to human emotions, helping participants become more aware of their feelings, body language, and responses in real time.
Horses are intuitive, non-judgmental animals that provide immediate feedback through their behavior. This creates a unique opportunity to practice:
Our Recreational Equine-Assisted Therapy Program follows a simple, supportive process designed to meet each participant where they are.
We begin with a one-on-one assessment to understand the participant’s goals, comfort level, and needs. This session allows us to build rapport, introduce the environment and horses, and determine the best path forward.
Based on the assessment, we create a customized development plan tailored specifically to the participant. This plan guides session structure, pacing, and focus areas to ensure a positive and meaningful experience.
Participants then enroll in ongoing sessions designed to support continued growth, confidence, and emotional regulation through guided equine interaction.
Sessions are scheduled regularly and adjusted as the participant progresses.
Our Recreational Equine-Assisted Therapy Program is designed to complement, not replace, professional medical or mental health care. We do not diagnose or treat medical conditions.
If you have any questions or need a custom schedule for your student, contact us via:
Email: lessons@ridingschollacademy.com
