2020 Riding Lessons
Safe, professional horsemanship experience - one that will have life-long impact.
NOTICE: Spring Riding Lessons are canceled, to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) as per Snohomish County health officials. We will resume lessons when health officials instruct, and schools are back in session.
Strengthen riding skills while growing in your personal and spiritual life through English and Western riding lessons. Horses and horsemanship teaches an abundance of life lessons that builds maturity in participants as they gain physical coordination, balance, and core strength. Staff make every effort to provide a safe, professional horsemanship experience that will have life-long impact.
Lesson Highlights
- Group riding lessons of no more than 6 riders per group
- All skill levels are welcome; ages 8 and up
- Lessons include ground work, horse care, and safety instruction
- Horses, tack and helmets provided by Warm Beach Camp
- CHA certified site
- Most riding lessons will occur in the riding arena with occasional “trail lessons” (taught at the discretion of the instructor)
Riders will learn:
Classes Offered:
| Class Level | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Level 1 class | 8+ years old |
| Level 2 class* | 8+ years old |
| Level 3, 4 class* | 10+ years old |
English and Western styles or a combination of both is available.
*Must have passed previous CHA riding level test or be pre-approved by Horsemanship Director prior to registration
General guidelines:
- Minimum age 8 years old at the time of first class of session.
- Riders must not exceed weight of 200 lbs and need to be able to walk on their own.
- Helmets and boots required. (Helmets provided by Warm Beach Camp; limited supply of boots are available.)
2020 Session Schedule
Levels 1-4 available; English Style, Western Style, or a combination of both is available.
Winter Session:
- January 14 - February 22, 2020
- Includes 6 classes, once per week
Spring Session:
- March 7 - May 22, 2020
- Includes 10 classes, once per week
- No weekday lessons - April 6-10 (Spring Break)
- Saturday lessons end on May 9
Summer Session:
- June 6 - August 15, 2020 (no class on July 4)
- Saturday classes only
- Includes 10 classes, once per week
Fall Session:
- September 14 - November 21, 2020
- Includes 10 classes, once per week
Once approved & registered, the horsemanship director will place students in appropriate classes for each session. Please note your schedule availability in the online registration form. Class placements will be finalized two weeks before session begins. Enrollment for each session will be accepted up until the first day of lessons (subject to availability).
Must complete the online registration form, waiver form, and concussion policy prior to the first lesson.
Spring Session Classes
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Tuesdays | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
| Tuesdays | 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
| Tuesdays | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
| Wednesdays | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
| Thursdays | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
| Fridays | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm *Adult class-all levels |
| Fridays | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
| Fridays | 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
| Saturdays | 8:00 am - 9:30 am |
| Saturdays | 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
| Saturdays | 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm |
| Saturdays | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
| Saturdays | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
Cost
- Winter Session $240 (6 classes)
- Spring Session $400 (10 classes)
- Summer Session $400 (10 classes)
- Fall Session $400 (10 classes)
What to expect at class:
- 30 minutes to saddle/unsaddle your horse
- 45-50 minutes of riding time
- Short devotional
- If arriving 15 minutes late or more, rider may not be able to participate
Horsemanship Leadership
The staff are passionate for sharing the love of God through professional horsemanship instruction. They believe in the amazing ability of horses and horse related activities to nurture the potential in each person. The staff are active in one or more professional associations such as Certified Horsemanship Association, American Vaulting Association, and Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship.
Lisa Tremain
Horsemanship Director
New Zealand native, Lisa Tremain, is excited to be back at Warm Beach Camp to serve as the Horsemanship Director where she hopes to share her love of horses and God with others. Lisa first came to Warm Beach Camp as a WIT (Wrangler in Training) in 2003, and since has served in other camp ministries throughout New Zealand. She believes horses provide a unique opportunity to teach not only horsemanship skills, but also core life skills including trust, respect, communication and the importance of relationships.
Ginger Reitz
Assistant Horsemanship Director
Ginger Reitz has been involved in various horse sports for decades including – riding, competing, teaching and training. In her role as the Assistant Horsemanship Director Ginger oversees the Warm Beach Vaulters competitive vaulting club and the Warm Beach Therapeutic Horsemanship programs. Ginger has a God-given compassion for those who can benefit simply from the activity and environment of vaulting, riding, and horse-related activities. Her goal is to improve people’s lives through equine-assisted activities and create space for others to connect to the love of God.