Learn to Ride Lesson Program
About the WELCA Learn to Ride
The WELCA Learn to Ride program provides participants with foundational skills for horseback riding.
People who complete out Learn to Ride programs get priority choice in other programs such as our Horsemanship or Volunteer Program. The WELCA Learn to Ride program is for those aged 8 and older. As a general rule earlier classes are made up of younger ages and later classes are usually made up of adults.
***Registration for the Summer Learn to Ride's is now open! ***
We have 3 options for our Learn to Ride programs:
1. The Rookie Program runs 4 weeks and offers a taste of the basics.
2. The Introductory Program is the perfect starting place for new or summer camp riders.
3. The Beginner Program is excellent for those who have taken our Learn to Ride programming before.
Rookie Learn to Ride
4-Week Rookie Learn to Ride
This 4-week option is perfect for those looking to dip their toes into horse riding and see if it what you are looking for! Participants will skim over the basics and get to know and ride one of our WELCA horses. Participants ride once a week on their selected day and it is open for ages 8 and up. The first class is unmounted and the remaining 3 will be on horse.
Rookie Sessions
Rookie Session - $300+processing fees
- Rookie Sessions will resume in the fall of 2024
Introductory Learn to Ride
8 Week Introductory Learn to Ride
The Introductory Learn to ride provides a more in-depth experience than the Rookie program and is a basic requirement to enter the WELCA Beginner Learn to Ride session and our 10 month Horsemanship Program. Participants will have the opportunity to ride at least 2 of our WELCA horses. Participants ride once a week on their selected day and it is open for ages 8 and up. The first class is unmounted for orientation and there is a second unmounted lesson at the halfway point to further learn about horse handling and theory on the ground.
8-Week Introductory Learn to Ride (Summer 2024)
Class time options for Tuesday: 4-6pm or 7-9pm
Class time options for Saturday: 12-2pm
Tuesdays: July 2 - August 20 - $600.00+processing fees
Saturdays: July 6 - August 24 - $600.00+processing fees
NEW - Condensed Introductory Learn to Ride (Summer 2024)
New for this summer we are offering a condensed version of our Introductory Program which allows for quick progression though our curriculum. Riding twice a week (on Mondays and Wednesdays) allows for completion in just four week, it's perfect for those who might have conflicting plans during the summer months.
Class times for Condensed Introductory Learn to Ride: 4-6pm, 5-7pm, 6-8pm, or 7-9pm
July Session: Mondays AND Wednesdays Starting July 3rd - $600+processing fees
Class dates: July 3, July 8, July 10, July 15, July 17, July 22, July 24, and July 29
August Session: Mondays AND Wednesdays Starting July 31st - $600+processing fees
Class dates: July 31, August 5, August 7, August 12, August 14, August 19, August 21, and August 26
Beginner Learn to Ride
8 Week Beginner Learn to Ride
The Beginner Learn to Ride is for those who have already completed our Introductory Learn to Ride from 2020-2023 and are looking to continue developing their horsemanship without committing to the 10 month Horsemanship Program or are waiting for spots to open up. Participants ride once a week on their selected day and it is open for all ages. The first class is unmounted and there is a second unmounted lesson at the halfway point to further learn about horse handling and theory on the ground. Riders that have completed a summer camp exclusively are not eligible for this class and must complete the Introductory Learn to Ride.
8-Week Beginner Learn to Ride (Summer 2024)
Class time options for Tuesday: 5-7pm or 6-8pm
Class time options for Saturday: 1-3pm or 2-4pm
Tuesdays: July 2 - August 20 - $600.00+processing fees
Saturdays: July 6 - August 24 - $600.00+processing fees