All ages & abilities welcome

We offer several types of lessons to suit the unique needs of each student. We ride year-round, and our ring is equipped with lights for evening riding. We also have trails that can be incorporated into lessons as well.
We offer lessons for English riding, jumping, and Western Dressage. We also believe it's important for our students to learn basic horsemanship and horse-care skills in addition to riding. We incorporate horsemanship into all of our lessons. 

​See the bottom of this page to download the informational forms & waivers that need to be filled out prior to your first lesson. These can be emailed to blackstrapfarmnh@gmail.com 
​All lessons are by appointment only. 
Lessons are open to ages 5 and up. 
We have a weight limit of 200 lbs. 

​New riders start off with a private lesson. All therapeutic lessons are conducted as private lessons as well. 
For all scheduling questions, please contact Colleen at blackstrapfarmnh@gmail.com 
  • 1/2 hour private lesson: $30
  • 1 hour private lesson: $45
  • 1 hour semi-private lesson (2 riders): $35​
  • 1/2 hour unmounted horsemanship lesson: $30 (learning basic horsemanship and/or learning how to handle horses from the ground; can cover a variety of topics depending on client's interests and goals). 
1 hour lessons tack their own horses (with assistance if needed) as part of the learning experience. 1/2 hour lessons are not required to tack their own horse but are encouraged to learn. All riders may be asked to help take care of their horse after their lesson.
Lesson Packages:
  • Four 1/2 hour private lessons: $110
  • Four 1 hour private lessons: $170
  • Eight private 1 hour lessons: $335
  • Eight 1 hour group lessons: $260 (per person)
Riders who purchase lesson packages and cancel the day of their scheduled lesson or no-show to their scheduled lesson will be charged for the lesson. This does not apply to pre-cancellations (with more than 24 hour notice), if the farm cancels lessons, or during inclement weather.

We also offer gift certificates for single or blocks of lessons! They make a great gift for a horse-lover!

​Before your first lesson, please fill out the appropriate informational form. A completed waiver and emergency contact form are required prior to the start of your first lesson or camp. 
Recreational Riding Application
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Therapeutic Riding Application
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Application for Camp
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Blackstrap Farm Liability Waiver
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Blackstrap Farm Emergency Contact Form & Photo Release
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