Tired of the same old lesson routine?

Try something new with your riding and sign up for one of LEC's Specialty Lessons. Many of these types of lessons are seasonal or specific to certain days of the week so check the schedule and see which ones are running now! Rates vary depending on the lesson type.

Bareback

We are offering Bareback Riding Lessons for students interested in riding in Bareback classes at the Winter Tournaments, at 4-H competitions, or just for fun! In order to be eligible to sign up, you must be enrolled in one of our regular riding lesson programs and get prior approval from your instructor. Bareback classes are ongoing on Saturdays at 12:30pm.

Western

We are now offering a Western Riding Program to our students. Looking for something a little more laid back than English riding? Interested in building some basic horsemanship skills? Try our new western lessons and let's do some jogging and loping! 

This program is open to all of our riders over the age of 9. Riders at least 9 years old and older may start directly in Western Lessons should they so desire. For riders 8 years old and under, however, we require that students begin with English style lessons and build up a basic skill level that will enable them to comfortably transfer into the Western program. Currently, we offer a Western group lesson on Sunday mornings at 11:30. Riders may schedule private Western Lessons on request. Call and speak with our Scheduler for more information or to get signed up!

Driving

Driving lessons are available on request and can be scheduled at your convenience. Many of your favorite lesson horses can drive as well as ride! And there are always driving classes at tournaments and horse shows if you are interested in being competitive. Please note: driving lessons, due to the amount of arena space necessary to teach them, are automatically scheduled as Private lessons. 

Polo

The "Sport of Kings" is now at the Louisville Equestrian Center. Our Polo Lessons are your chance to experience a one-of-a-kind sport on horseback. Polo will help riders to enhance balance and hand-eye coordination and develop advanced horse-rider communication skills necessary for Polo Players such as neck reining and leg cues. Riders will learn ever aspect of the sport and come away with an experience they will never forget. Youth classes are ongoing on Mondays at 6:30 and 7:30pm, Adult Classes are forming in May. Call the office to sign up.

**LEC would like to extend a big Thank You to the members of the University of Louisville Polo Team for allowing us the use of their wonderful polo ponies for these lessons.

Club Lessons

LEC offers many unique opportunities for riders to become more involved in the barn community. One of the ways to do this is to join a club. While some clubs like Youth Club, Quiz Bowl Team, and the Adult Riding Club do not ride together, 4-H and LEAG have special club lesson times available during which members ride together to practice the skills needed for performance whether it is a 4-H Horse Show or a LEAG Theater production. Club lessons are meant to supplement traditional riding lessons and often focus only on a particular skill set. These lessons are also offered at discounted rate to club members. Check the schedule to find out when your club takes lessons.

 

Equi-Cise

Is your New Year's Eve Resolution to get in shape for 2010? Why go to the gym when you can Equi-Cise! Equi-Cise is a rider fitness program designed to help you:

 

• Improve balance and coordination


• Increase strength and flexibility


• Enhance overall health and fitness


• Instill confidence and body awareness


• Achieve a partnership with the horse


• Have fun!

Each week a different set of exercises will be used to help riders achieve fitness and strength on their horses. We will perform various exercises including horseback aerobics, cardio workouts, and yoga on horseback. No matter what your fitness goals are, Equi-Cise will help you get in shape! Classes are now forming Saturdays at 3:30pm and Sundays at 10:30am. Equi-Cise will function as a semester program beginning the first weekend in March. LEC will hold classes at the above times on a weekly basis for 6 weeks. Riders missing up to 2 classes will be able to make them up on designated "Make-up Days." Riders attending all 6 classes will have the opportunity to attend a 7th class on one of the Make-up Days for Free. Reserve your spot today!