Lesson Program

Different Drummer Farm offers quality group and private
lessons. New riders are encouraged to ride in a half hour
private lesson and intermediate and higher are put into
small groups according to age and ability. It is our philosophy
that you learn by watching as well as doing. Private lessons
are available for riders intermediate and higher.

Show team riders are required to ride in two lessons per week
during the show season. One lesson is an intensive flatwork
lesson dedicated to improving the strength and balance of
both horse and rider. Basic dressage moves required of
upper level equitation riders are practiced and skills are
honed. The second lesson is a jumping lesson. Creative drills
and courses are used to develop the rider's skills at every
level over fences.

DDF will provide school ponies for beginner riders, but once
the riders reach a competitive level, they are responsible for
owning or leasing their own horse.

Lesson Cost

1/2 hour private. . . $30.00
1 hour private. . . $55.00
1 hour semi-private. . . $45.00
1 hour small group (3 or 4 riders). . . $38.00
2 lessons per week. . . $70.00

All lessons are payable by the first week of the month for
the whole month. Cancellations must be made 24 hours
in advance in order to receive a make up.