RIDING SCHOOL LESSONS (8 week sessions)
Payment can be made by e-transfer (storybookstables1@hotmail.com), cheque, cash or money order.
NOTE credit card payments accepted through www.paypal.me/storybook please add 3% processing fee.

 

*MAKE UP POLICY*: Lessons are progressive in nature, with the building and practicing of new skills from week to week. As such we strongly encourage regular attendance. Of course we recognize that occasionally absences are unavoidable. For this reason we allow ONE make up lesson per 8-week session for emergency or illness PROVIDED we receive at least 24-hours notice. Notice is necessary so we can arrange to fill your vacant spot with a rider waiting for a make up lesson. NO NOTICE - NO LESSON. Please contact Jana at storybookstables1@hotmail.com (for pre-planned travel please contact so we can arrange and alternate schedule)

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WHAT TO WEAR : Beginner  - While equipment and attire designed specifically for riding is recommended for both the  comfort and safety of riders, beginners in their first 8 lessons, may start out with any properly fitting boots so long as they have a slight heel (approx 1/4 inch), long comfortable pants and LONG socks. We have ASTM-approved riding helmets on hand, at no extra charge, for the first 8 lessons (for students who do not have their own). All students should be neatly attired, no chewing gum or excessive jewelry, with hair tied away from their face (a low pony tail or braid for those with long hair, hair nets and/or hair bands for short/layers). For maximum comfort and safety, after the first 8 lessons we ask students to have their own ASTM approved Helmet and proper riding boots (we have a tack shop on site and offer discounts for Storybook riders). 
Intermediate/Advanced riders are required to wear appropriate riding attire including breeches or tights (with a belt), paddock boots with half-chaps or field boots, their own ASTM-approved helmets with hair tucked neatly inside. Gloves are strongly recommended (required for showing). All students should be neatly attired (no loose or baggy clothing or 'pajama' pants), no chewing gum or excessive jewelry, with hair tied away from their face. 

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HORSE LEASING 

Storybook Stables has a limited number of horses available for lease (minimum 6 month term). Leasing provides a rider with access to the same horse for each lesson/ride without the commitment of ownership. A full lease includes exclusive use of the horse for lessons and practice rides. A half-lease includes exclusive use of the horse for lessons and ONE practice ride a week and the horse may still be used up to five rides/week in the riding school.

NOTE: A lease (or ownership) is required for riders who wish to show OFF property. A full lease is required for those that wish to show at Gold rated competitions as well as all shows OFF Island. Leases must be in place no less than 8 weeks before the first show to be attended. This ensures riders have access to 'their' horse to prepare in advance of any competition.  

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LEASE FEES:
A horse’s lease fee is related to it’s skill level. A show quality horse will have an annual lease fee (generally $180 - $1800 for a half lease; $300 - $2400 for a full lease). Lease fees apply regardless of the term of the lease (whether you lease 6 months or a year). Board/lesson costs are monthly, for the term of the lease. Green and/or senior/non-show horses may have a low or no annual fee (just board/farrier costs). 

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LEASE RESPONSIBILITIES:

FARM is responsible for: Routine costs including flu/rhino/tetanus vaccines, deworming, and dental (if required). 

HALF LEASOR is responsible for: Half hoof trimming costs ($20); Grooming kit including show sheen, liniment and hoof oil, Bathing Kit, Tack Cleaning it, Braiding Kit (if showing); any fees/vaccines/tests/maintenance/supplements/farrier work that is required related to showing (ie shoes, Coggins tests, memberships etc); show tack (leasors must have own bridle, bit, stirrup leathers/stirrups, saddle pads [2-3], girth - saddles may be borrowed provided they are maintained (cleaned/oiled) by leasor. Leasor is reponsible for damage/loss of use if issue occurs while in their care. Summer sheets will be required for those showing.

FULL Leasing is more akin to owning a horse. Full LEASOR is responsible for: Hoof trimming costs ($40) Grooming kit including show sheen, liniment and hoof oil; Bathing Kit; Tack Cleaning it; First Aid Kit; Braiding Kit (if showing), Stable wraps; Feed/water tubs (for travel), lead line/halter (for travel); any fees/vaccines/tests/maintenance/farrier work that is required related to showing (ie shoes, Coggins tests, memberships etc); show tack/equipment (leasors must have own bridle, bit, stirrup leathers/stirrups, saddle pads [1 show, 2 for home], wool coolers, girth. We would ask leasors to aquire their own saddle (we are happy to assist) - on occasion a particular horse may have a saddle associated with it that can be leased monthly ($30 + HST), provided the saddle is maintained (cleaned/oiled) by leasors. Leasor is reponsible for damage/loss of use if issue occurs while in their care. Summer sheets/scrims will be required for those showing. Rain sheets/winter rugs are the Leasors responsibility should they wish for the horse to be clipped (subject to approval).

NOTE: Show riders require a black 'Storybook Saddle' pad, a white fitted saddle pad (if showing hunters), summer sheet (with logo), polo shirt (with logo). Scrim sheet, other team clothing optional. 

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BOARD COSTS (inquire about available horses/annual lease fees/farrier fees):
HALF LEASE including two group lessons/wk (8/mo.) + 1 practice ride/week: $400+HST= $460 
HALF LEASE including one group/one 30 min. private lesson/wk (4 each per month) + up to 1 practice ride/wk: $440+HST=$506
(extra lesson options available)

FULL LEASE including two group lessons/wk(8/mo.) + up to 4 practice rides/wk: $700+HST= $805
FULL LEASE including one group/one 30 min. private lessons/wk (4 each per mnth) + up to 4 practice rides/wk: $740+HST= $851
(extra lesson options available)

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