At Door County Horsemanship, our aim is to cultivate exceptional horsemanship through practical and engaging activities in a safe and supportive learning environment. We incorporate the exciting disciplines of horse showing and ranch/cowhorse work into our teaching methods, providing a well-rounded equestrian education.

Our philosophy centers on promoting a deep understanding of horses. We believe in preparing all of our students for the responsibilities and joys of horse ownership. That's why our comprehensive curriculum covers everything from basic daily care to advanced showing techniques, ensuring our students are knowledgeable and confident in every aspect of interacting with their equine partners. Our instructors have years of experience teaching, training and showing horses under many different disciplines,

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At DCH, we believe that horsemanship, like any rewarding sport, requires dedication and commitment. To ensure our new riders gain a solid foundation and truly begin their lifelong journey with horses, we ask for a minimum commitment of three months of lessons. This can be achieved through weekly, bi-weekly, or even thrice-weekly sessions, allowing you to choose a schedule that best suits your goals and availability. This initial three-month period is just the beginning, providing the essential groundwork for a fulfilling and lasting partnership with equines.

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*Months that have 5 weeks in them will be used as makeup lesson weeks, if there are no makeups needed, there will be no lessons that week.**

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• Level-Based Curriculum: Our structured curriculum ensures continuous progress. You'll be evaluated at the end of each semester to determine the best course of action for your riding journey. Students generally go up one to two levels a year, depending on their consistency and commitment. Some progress quicker, some slower. It's all a personal journey!

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Flexible Payment Options:

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• For your convenience, DCH accepts various payment methods, including cash, credit/debit cards, Venmo, and checks. Lessons are invoiced and charged on a monthly basis.

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Makeup Lessons:

• Within each 3-month commitment, we offer one makeup lesson. If you need to cancel a scheduled lesson, please provide us with at least 24 hours' notice to be eligible for a makeup.

• If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours' notice, the lesson will be forfeited, and a makeup will not be offered.

• We will make every effort to reschedule your makeup lesson. However, if two attempts to find a suitable time are unsuccessful, the makeup lesson will be forfeited.

• Please note that if a pre-scheduled makeup lesson is canceled with less than 24 hours' notice, that makeup lesson will also be forfeited.

• In the event that DCH needs to cancel a lesson, you will receive a makeup opportunity.

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Lesson Times and Scheduling:

We're committed to providing a variety of lesson times to accommodate your busy schedule. Available times are seasonal. Here's a general overview:

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June-September

10 AM-7 PM monday-friday

10 AM - 3 PM Saturday.

Closed Sundays

September-may

4 PM-7 PM Monday-Friday

10 AM - 5 PM Saturday

Closed sundays.​​

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Important Notes:

• Holidays: Please note that there will be no lessons on the following holidays: Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, day after thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, day after Christmas, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.​

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Pricing: 

Once a week lessons: (4 lessons/month) $180. Cost breakdown is $45/lesson.

Twice a week lessons: (8 lessons/month) $340. Cost breakdown is $42.50/lesson

three times a week lessons: (12 lessons/month) $500. Cost breakdown is $41.66/lesson.

 

​A one time introductory lesson is available at $60. 

We provide safe and sane quality lesson horses!

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Book your introductory lesson now: Click me!

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Show Team & Partial Lease Opportunities:

For dedicated students within our lesson program, we offer exciting partial lease opportunities through our Show Team. Participation in the Show Team is a year-long commitment, with renewals taking place every October.

Show Team Benefits:

The monthly cost of $400 for our Show Team includes:

• Two Weekly Lessons: These instructional sessions may extend from 1.5 to a full 2 hours during the summer months for more comprehensive training. Current show team lesson days are Tuesdays and Fridays, but these are subject to possible adjustments.

• Partial Horse Lease with Local Show Rights: As a Show Team member, you'll benefit from a partial lease of one of our horses, granting you the opportunity to compete in local shows.

• Independent Riding Time: To further develop your skills, Show Team members can enjoy up to two additional independent riding days per week (without direct instruction) on their leased horse, allowing you to practice and refine what you've learned in your lessons.

Please inquire with Hana if interested in our show team.

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