New Program Offering: Horsemanship Lessons

Discover the language of horses in a supportive, hands-on environment! Main Stay’s Horsemanship Lessons are designed for individuals who are new to horses and want to learn from the ground up—no riding involved.

Program Details

Duration: 6-week sessions | Session Length: 1 hour per week | Cost: $270

Through groundwork-based sessions facilitated by a PATH Intl. certified instructor and supported by trained volunteers, participants will gain confidence, safety awareness, and a meaningful connection with our horses. Groups are kept small—typically 4 to 6 participants—to ensure a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Participants will learn essential horsemanship skills, including:

How to safely approach a horse
Haltering and grooming
Leading and building trust
Understanding equine behavior and body language

Learning the language of horses and the skills to safely interact with them lays the groundwork for a lifelong partnership. Whether you’re just curious or considering future riding, this is a great place to start your journey.

Please Note: Registration and payment are required prior to the first session. Start dates are coordinated after we receive interest from a full group.

Fill Out the Interest Form to get Started!

Fill out the form below to let us know you’re interested. We will contact you once a session start date is scheduled.

Horsemanship Interest Form

First name

Last name

Date of birth

Age

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Do you have any mobility/physical limitations or concerns that we should be aware of?

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Please describe your previous horsemanship experience including level of experience, how long ago and type of riding done

What would you like to accomplish? Is there any other information that will enhance your time at the farm?

What days and times are you generally available to participate?

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Participant Acknowledgement

I understand that this horsemanship class is designed for individuals who are able to attend and participate independently. By checking this box, I confirm that I am interested in this program to enhance my knowledge of horses, can follow group instructions without one-on-one support and do not require behavioral or physical assistance to participate.

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