Lesson Policies & Procedures

Arrival & Preparation

  • Please drive slowly on property (5–10 mph)

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes before your lesson to groom and tack your horse

  • Arrivals less than 15 minutes before your lesson may result in forfeiting the lesson

Horsemanship is an essential part of riding, and proper preparation time is required.

Before Your Lesson

  • Check the board for your assigned horse and any special instructions

  • Gather tack and equipment before bringing your horse to the cross-ties or stall

  • Groom and tack your horse fully before your lesson

When ready:

  • Line up at the arena entrance

  • Wait for instructor direction before entering

  • Do not mount until instructed

After Your Lesson

  • Untack your horse unless otherwise directed

  • Plan to stay 20–30 minutes after your lesson for horse care

  • Additional care may be required depending on weather (cooling out, mud removal, etc.)

Please check with your instructor before leaving to ensure your horse has been properly cared for.

Scheduling Lessons

Lessons are scheduled directly with Julie Kennedy.
📱 Texting is the preferred method: (360) 607-0493

Attendance & Cancellations

Your lesson reserves time with your instructor and a spot in the group.

  • 24-hour notice is requested for cancellations

Please do not attend lessons if you are sick. Follow school/work guidelines.

Make-Up Lessons

To support horse welfare and scheduling consistency, we offer:

Unmounted Horsemanship Make-Up Lessons

  • Typically held Sundays at 3:00 pm

  • Hands-on and educational topics may include:

    • Horse care & health

    • Grooming & tacking

    • Lunging & groundwork

    • Emergency care & trailering basics

These sessions help develop well-rounded horsemen and are a valuable part of our program.

Schedule updates will be sent via Remind.

🌧 Weather Policy

  • Please do not assume lessons are canceled due to weather

  • Riders should dress appropriately for Pacific Northwest conditions

In the event of cancellations:

  • Notifications are sent via Remind

When in doubt, please text to confirm.

Payment Policies

  • Tuition is billed monthly at a flat rate

  • Payment is due by the 1st of each month

  • Invoices are sent around the 15th of the prior month

Fees:

  • Late Fee: $25 after the 5th

  • Returned Payment Fee: $25

Enrollment Changes

  • 20 days’ notice is required to discontinue or pause lessons

  • Extended breaks may result in loss of your scheduled lesson time

Holidays

We are closed on the following holidays:

  • New Year’s Day

  • Fourth of July

  • Thanksgiving

  • Christmas Eve

  • Christmas Day