AARS Programs (American Association of Riding Schools)

KARIN’S HORSE CONNECTION is an active member of the American Association of Riding Schoolsâ. Your family can enjoya riding lesson program that has national support in its dedication to offering you the most comprehensive and enjoyable introduction to the sport and hobby of horses.

We are located at Lamoreaux Ridge Equestrian Center in Grandville. In addition to two big outdoor rings, the stable also has a lorge indoor arena for rainy days and off-season riding. The property is adjacent to fields and woodlands where riders can enjoy supervised trail riding as part of their lesson experience.

The American Association of Riding Schools is a national organization dedicated to providing support for stables specializing in novice riders. From her smallest rider to adult enthusiasts, Karin knows how to make your experience a “just right for me” one.

All lessons are by appointment only.

The RuntRider young child pony program is perfect for children who are too young to appreciate the routine of lessons. This warm-fuzzy program is designed for children 2 – 6. A RuntRide includes 30 minutes of however your little one likes to spend it:

Ride your pony indoors

Outdoors, on trails

Brush, saddle, feed your pony

Meet the other farm animals Do more fun stuff at the barn                           Fee: $25

 

Junior Riders, generally elementary age, enjoy one hour per week private or semi-private lessons. The rider learns to handle the horses on the ground; groom; saddle and bridle; and ride English, Western, and bareback; plus vaulting, beginning jumping and riding in the field. Riders earn ribbons and certificates as they are exposed to the various aspects of riding and caring for horses.

                                                                                           Fee: $160 per month

Senior Riders typically enjoy two hour per week private or semi-private lessons, although some ridiers opt for the one hour schedule. The senior program has a greater emphasis on mastery of the horse. The rider learns all areas of horse care skills – safety, general and emergency horse care, barn care, show grooming, breeds and ridingstyles, basic psychology and physiology, horses in literature and art, and researching advanced horse riding opportunities. All teaching and learning is accomplished in a relaxed, hobby atmosphere with riders discovering and defining where their interests lead them. It si our goal that senior riders become competent, independent amateur riders, and ribbons ans certificates are awarded for knowledge mastered.
                                                                          Fee: One hour per week $160 per month
                                                                                  Two hours per week $295 per month

Ladies Riding Program This is for ladies and men that had been wanting to do this forever. People who are not interested in competition. Where it is more about the warm muzzle and the big eyes, the bond with something so honestly grounded – a friend that carries them around. The emphasis of this program is to build confidence in a very relaxed atmosphere and to have fun. No former experience is required. Since Karin works one-on-one or in very small groups, she can pick you up where you are individually and teach you at your own pace.
                                                                         Fee: One hour per week $160 per month
                                                                                 Two hours per week $295 per month