Horseback Riding in Massachusetts
CLASSICAL DRESSAGE IN NEW ENGLAND |
For those riders new to the dressage saddle or still developing a balanced effective seat, the instructor of this excellent program has developed a systematic method of developing the rider's seat and effectiveness of aids on the lunge-line. Here the rider develops the balance, rhythm, and feel within the movement of the horse. Once the rider progresses through the process of developing balance, the instructor and his equine schoolmasters introduce and reinforce the riders understanding and feel of effective aids. This time and preparation on the lunge-line allows the student to develop the ability to follow the movement of the horse without inhibiting it.
Riders of all levels are provided the unique opportunity to experience and embrace the ageless goals of lightness and harmony with one's equine partner. The progressive program of instruction is individualized to the specific needs of each rider, and is oriented toward developing the rider's understanding of the classical principles of dressage.
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THE THREE-DAY AND FIVE-DAY PROGRAMS
Instruction is offered in private lessons. An initial assessment of each student is made upon arrival. Then the student and instructor define goals and set up an individual program for the week. Students will have two lessons per day, as well as an opportunity to observe other lessons and watch the instructor train horses and fine tune his school masters.
The length of each lesson varies, depending on the individual or the group. Private lunge and riding lessons are generally 1 hour.
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| THIS ITINERARY IS FLEXIBLE. CHANGES MAY OCCUR DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. |
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| Pricing and Dates |
| Meeting Point | Merrimac |
| Riding Ability | Advanced Strong Intermediate Intermediate Novice |
| Riding Per Day | 2 1-hour private lessons hours |
| Horses | Majority are Lusitano. |
| Weight Limit | 170 lbs |
| 2008 Dates | Monday - Friday, year round |
| 2008 Price | 5-Day price: $1,060
3-Day price: $620
Price includes: Horses, tack, and all private lessons.
Price does not include accommodations, meals or transportation |
| Additional Information | accommodations in onsite guesthouse
single room $ 110 per night
double room $ 95 per night
(includes breakfast) |
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