A Variety of Riding Programs

The balanced seat and classic dressage are the impetus for all instruction at Cornerstone. The primary goal is to create competent, relaxed pleasure riders and horses. Our intention is to introduce our students to a broad range of equestrian activities, western pleasure, showing hunters, trail riding, jumping, driving and dressage from the beginner level through advanced.

Cornerstone conducts a full range of equestrian activities on site including unrecognized horse shows, dressage shows, trails, specialized clinics, as well as summer programs and on-going after school programs. We also provide coaching and transportation to off site shows. Along with this traditional aspect of horseback riding, Cornerstone also offers educational seminars, private parties, lead and treasure hunts, field trips, fund raisers and community service activities. We also offer pony rides and Birthday parties by appointment.

Riding lessons

At Cornerstone we teach the classic fundamental skills of safe and sound horsemanship to children and adults alike. Our excellent teaching is of the highest quality equestrian education.

The riding program operates seven days per week by appointment. Instruction is provided at first individually and then in small groups with students placed in an age and skill appropriate classes. Programs include instruction in proper tacking, grooming and care of horse and equipment.

Tuition

For Levels 1, II, and J3 (½ hour privates): $280. If paid in two installments (per authorization by management), $308

For Levels III – J2 (1 hour groups): $315. If paid in two installments (per authorization by management), $347.

Session rates are based on a weekly lesson.

Dates

Winter	Jan 1 - Feb 24
Spring 1	Feb 25 - Apr 21
Spring II	Apr 29 - June 23
Summer	June 24 - Aug 18
Fall 1	Aug 26 - Oct 20
Fall II	Oct 21 - Dec 15
Winter *	Dec 16 - Dec 31 (pay per lesson schedule for end of year)

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Levels

Level I
How to properly groom, tack, lead and tie. The proper position, how to hold the reins, transitions from walk to trot and the difference between posting and sitting trot.

Level II
Same as previous, adding parts of tack and uses, breeds and color of horses. Maintaining control and position at walk, trot and learn posting diagonals and jump position.

Level III
Learning parts of hoof, common injuries, basic feeding and nutrition. Developing proficiency at canter. Work without stirrups, emergency dismount.

Level IV
Show prep, gaits and movement of horse. Canter work, canter in large circles, perform schooling movements.

Level V
Learn basic jumps and strides, leg protection and uses. Correction of canter lead, control at canter without stirrups, half-seat position.

Level VI
Techniques for lunging, emergency injury care. Canter lead changes, developing jump position over fences.

Level VII
Identifying bits and uses, advanced flat maneuvers, keeping horse in proper frame.

Level J2
Walking courses, feeds and supplements. Hunter and equitation coursework.

Level J3
Advanced jumping, learning how to instruct young riders.

Levels may be repeated as needed and at the discretion of the instructor.

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Additional Information

Each student needs to purchase their own ASTM/SEI riding helmet and riding boots by the end of the first session.

The assessment lesson is one hour long. It is designed to give you and your family the opportunity to visit our facility and meet the staff and horses. During that hour you will be shown how to properly groom, tack-up and mount a horse. After a short lesson, our staff will assess your riding level and answer any questions you may have about our program.

Now is the time to find out if horseback riding is for you. We have friendly, quiet and willing horses to help you feel comfortable from day one. Call for an appointment for your assessment lesson.

• All lessons must be paid for in advance.
• Lessons are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Please inquire frequently about the status of your account. It is the responsibility of students and parents to maintain a “clear” account status with Cornerstone Stables at all times. Students that have unpaid accounts, will be advised of their account status. If it is not made current by their next lesson, a horse may not be assigned to them.
• Unpaid lessons will be charged at the single lesson rate of $45.00 for a private lesson and $50.00 for group.  Lesson package rates are not applicable retroactively. If you wish to take advantage of the savings offered by purchasing lesson “packages”, you must do so prior to those lessons. For example, an outstanding balance of two lessons will be charged as $90.00 Buying a package of eight will not clear your account and leave you six lessons remaining!
• Lease payments are payable at the beginning of the month. Please check in the office cork board for any bills. Outstanding lease accounts will not be carried to subsequent months.
• 24 hours notice is required if you are not attending your regularly scheduled lesson. Students who do not notify CSS 24 hours in advance of their absence will be charged for that lesson except in the case of illness.
• Make-up lessons are available to students missing their regularly scheduled lesson. Please contact the office to find out which other lesson at the same level you can join that week.

Thank you for your cooperation in these matters. Should you have any questions regarding your account or these policies, please don't hesitate to inquire at the office

Lessons not paid at time of service will be charged an additional billing fee of $5.00 per lesson.

Lesson Cancellation Policy

We ask that you please continue to keep the office informed, and ensure that 24 hours notice is given for the cancellation of a lesson.

PLEASE help us keep our costs to a minimum by paying for lessons at time of service.  Generating invoices is quite expensive!

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Tacking Up

All riding school students must arrive a half hour before their lesson time as they are responsible for getting their horse ready for the lesson. We do provide tack up staff for your assistance however they need your cooperation in allowing adequate time to tack up. Those riders who are late for tacking up may lose riding lesson time. It is the rider's responsibility to be in the ring on time.

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Barn Rules

1. All riders MUST sign a medical history and release form prior to handling or riding a horse. A parent or guardian must sign for minors.

2. It is required that all riders wear a helmet/hard-hat at all times when on a horse on the premises of Cornerstone Stables or Common Areas regardless of Boarder, Student, Families or Invitees.

3. Absolutely NO JUMPING allowed under the age of 18 without permission of  Cornerstone Stables instructor, or in presence of instructor.

 4. No foul language, excessive noise or commotion.  An adult must supervise all children.  Do Not pet or feed any animal but your own.

5. Smoking is prohibited inside or within twenty (20) feet of the building.  No Alcoholic beverages are allowed at the Stable. 

6. No non-resident dogs or cats are allowed.  Dogs and cats may not be tied within or in view of arena and other riding areas.

7. No rowdy, dangerous, or boisterous activity shall be permitted at the Stable.

8.Boarders and students are instructed to leave all common areas (the tack rooms, aisles,  wash racks, grooming and tack cleaning areas, lounge and locker rooms) as neat and clean as possible.

9. Horses may be groomed and tacked up only in the designated grooming areas or in their own stalls.

10. Horses may not be ridden inside the stable areas.

11. Boarders cannot lock horses inside a stall.  A snugly fitted halter and lead rope must be kept on horse’s stall door at all times that the horse is in the stall.

12. For the safety of boarders and others, as well as the horses, stall doors must remain closed  when the horse is out of the stall.

13. No horses may be lunged in an area or arena where lessons are being given or horses are being ridden without permission of Cornerstone Stables.

14. No instruction, lessons, or training may be given on the Premises of the Stable except by employees of Cornerstone Stables or part-time instructors engaged by Cornerstone Stables.

15. No Gossiping, We DO NOT GOSSIP, we like to be thought of as close friends and family and we do not tolerate gossiping at the stable about each other or our friends.

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