Lessons

Conner Trials offers a variety of lessons for children (5 & older) and adults. Our 1 hour lessons are offered year- round in 7 -8 week sessions in Fall, Winter, and Spring and 4-week session in summer. Riders are placed in groups according to riding level. There are separate classes for children and adults. Classes fill on a first come, first served basis with current students receiving preference. New students should add their name to the WAIT LIST. You will be contacted only when spots become available in an appropriate lesson.

Horsemanship Lessons

a “beginning to end” learning program to aid the new equestrian in the requirements, duties, and costs for owning a horse prior to actual purchase. At the end of program, Staff will assist in locating your first equine purchase.

Rescue 101 Lessons

Participants will be working with rescue horses to learn about training, cost, and nutrition. At the end of the program, participants will assist in integrating into an existing Conner Trails program or locating a new forever home for the rehabilitated horse.

Mommy/Daddy & Me Lessons

one hour horseback riding lessons that incorporate the parents and the children in the riding program. Prices vary, Consult for additional information.

Equine Assisted Learning

Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is an experimential learning approach that promotes the development of life skills for educational, professional, and personal goals through equine assisted activities. In EAL programs, the participants engage in unmounted, horse -related, group -based skill building activities and discussions. Horses are sensitive, herd animals with their own social rules and group dynamics. Through learning the language of , and establishing bonds with horses, participants are able to gain confidence and insights.

At Conner Trails, we offer Equine Assisted Learning as a modiality in the programs that we offer . There is a growing body of published scientific studies and data showing that not only does horses help us with our emotions, interacting with them has a benificial physiological effect on heart rate variability, blood pressure, overall cardiovascular health and on the nervous system.

What do horses teach us about connection?

* a herd is necessary for survival

* there is safety in numbers, another mmber of the herd is always looking out for the good of each member

* the best learning comes from the wisdom of others

*clear boundaries are important

* be present, let it go. Horses aren’t very concerned about the past or future.

*all Sessons are facilitated by a licensed educational professional and an equine specialist.

Team Building Programs

Conner Trails currently offers team Building Experiences focused on leadership, non-verbal communication, cooperation, and other critical interpersonal skills. The educational activities involve on- the-ground experiences with horses. The activities are goal- oriented team efforts focusing on the importance of communication, planning, strategy, role assignment and flexibility in problem solving. Each experience includes an educational “on-the-job” tutorial, explaining the purpose and learning the objectives of the exercise, as well as debriefings after each experience to maximize learning. All sessions are facilitated by a licensed educational Professional and an Equine Specialist.

CPR Certification

Your Safety is extremely important to us. Each member of our team is American Heart Association CPR /First Aid certified at a minimum. Would you like to learn CPR? We also have a certified American Heart Association Instructor on staff.

Learn more what is Equine Assisted Learning isn’t, here.

It's one of the best things you can do.

Our services offer a range of benefits, including physical exercise, mental relaxation, and the joy of connecting with horses. They also provide educational value, teaching responsibility, and compassion through animal care and interaction. For enthusiasts and professionals alike, these services enhance skills, offer therapeutic experiences, and foster a supportive community.