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A look at the Year

April  - May - June - July - Aug - Sept - OCT - DEC

 

Major Events & Workshops

Sign up now for a Fun Workshop

This year’s workshops are one-time opportunities and are not part of our regular lesson program. If you want to take your riding to the next level, now is the time to sign up as spaces are limited !
 

🔹 Adult, Teen, Jr. [Sign Up]
🔹 Littles[Sign Up]

Special Event Sign-Ups & Tickets

We’ve put together an exciting lineup of events, and these dates are our goal—but sometimes things change! Weather, facility needs, or other circumstances may require adjustments. If any changes happen, we’ll be sure to communicate with you as soon as possible. Keep an eye out for updates, and thank you for your flexibility! We can’t wait for all the fun ahead! 🐎🎉

Spring Show - Team Tournament Sign-Up – [Sign Up]
🔹 Compete in our round-robin "Steal the Bacon" tournament with teams of five or six.

Drill Team Show Tickets – [Get Tickets]
🔹 Come watch our American-themed drill team performance—get your tickets now.

Moonlight Madness Sign-Up – [Sign Up]
🔹 Enjoy a summer night of horseback fun under the lights with games, speed events, and friends.

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Christmas Drill Team Show Tickets – [Get Tickets]
🔹 Celebrate the season with a festive drill team performance full of holiday spirit!

April
 

April 5th (Sat): Equine Pilates & Massage Workshop

🔹 Sign-up closes March 31th!

Equine Pilates & Bodywork 101:

Stronger, Happier, and More Balanced Horses!
Join us for an Equine Pilates & Bodywork Workshop, where you’ll learn simple yet powerful techniques to improve a horse’s strength, suppleness, and overall well-being. This hands-on clinic covers core-strengthening exercises, massage, and stretching to enhance balance, comfort, and movement. Whether you own a horse, ride lesson horses, or simply love being around them, this workshop will teach you valuable skills to support any horse’s health and performance. No experience or horse ownership required—come learn, have fun, and make a difference for the horses in your life!

April 11th-13th (Fri-Sun): Midwest Horse Fair - Madison, WI
🔹 Lessons will still be held on Friday, April 11th. No lessons on Saturday, April 12th.

 

May

May 1st (Thurs): Littles Steal the Bacon Workshop 

May 2nd (Fri): Jr., Teen & Adult Steal the Bacon Workshop 

May 3rd (Sat): Jr., Teen & Adult Steal the Bacon Workshop ​

🔹 Sign-up closes April 27th!

Steal The Bacon

Get ready for a fast-paced, action-packed workshop that puts your riding skills and quick thinking to the test! Our

Steal the Bacon Workshop is designed to challenge riders in a fun and competitive way while focusing on speed, control, and strategy. Participants will work on precision riding, sharp turns, and teamwork—all essential for mastering this exciting game on horseback.
 

Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, gain confidence in a fun environment, or just enjoy some friendly competition, this workshop is for you. Open to riders of all levels, this is a great opportunity to push past your comfort zone and have a blast with your barn friends.

Stay tuned for details on date and time—spots will be limited !
 

June

Show Season Kickoff!​
 

June 8th (Sun): SPRING SHOW: Steal the Bacon Team Tournament​

** Be sure to set aside the day for this, you will have SEVERAL ride times ** 

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June 28th (Sat): Boarder Drill Team Summer Showcase
🔹 Lessons will still be held on this day.

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Show season is a chance to put your skills to the test in a fun and supportive environment! Whether you're competing or just coming to watch, these events celebrate progress, teamwork, and horsemanship.

July:

July 10th (Thurs): Littles Moonlight Madness

July 11th (Fri): Jr., Teen & Adult Moonlight Madness

July 12th (Sat): Jr., Teen & Adult Moonlight Madness

🔹 Sign up closes July 6th

Moonlight Madness:​

🌙 Moonlight Madness: Speed & Fun Under the Arena Lights! 🌙
 

Join us for Moonlight Madness, an exciting nighttime riding workshop where we’ll turn up the energy under the outdoor lights! Starting at 7 PM, we’ll dive into a mix of speed events and fun challenges, including flags, Pole Bending, barrels, & more! Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your skills, test your speed, or just enjoy a thrilling ride under the stars, this is perfect for riders of all levels. Come ready for fast-paced fun, great company, and a night of unforgettable riding! 🚀🐎✨

July 20th - August 2nd Summer Break - No Lessons

 

 

August 

September

September 20th (Sat): Herd Management Workshop – Open for Signup!
4:00 PM
👥 Ages 12+

This workshop is required for anyone who ever wants the ability to catch a horse while they are turned out.
⚠️ Please note: Completing this workshop does not mean you can catch horses anytime you’d like. It simply gives you the foundation and understanding to do so with permission and under supervision.

We’ll cover:
• Herd dynamics and body language
• Safely catching a horse
• Do’s and don’ts in a loose herd
• Managing stressful situations
• Much more

September 26th (Friday): Broomball workshop

September 27th (Saturday) Broomball workshop

We will start the workshop by learning broomball skills on horseback—how to guide the ball, control your horse, and work as a team. Once everyone is comfortable, we’ll move into a full broomball game to put those skills into action!

Friday Signup 

Saturday Signup

October 

October 3rd (Friday): Drill Team Workshop
🔹 Mandatory for anyone wanting to participate in the Christmas show

🔹 Sign-up closes September 28th!

October 4th (Saturday):  Drill Team Workshop
🔹 Mandatory for anyone wanting to participate in the Christmas show

🔹 Sign-up closes September 28th!

October 17th (Friday): Drill Team Lessons Begin

🔹 Drill Team is a two-lesson-a-week commitment

  • Note: Regular lessons will not be required while participating in Drill Team

🔹Drill Practice Schedule will be announced soon!

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Christmas Drill Team Season Begins!


Drill Team is an incredible way to improve precision, teamwork, and timing on horseback. This workshop introduces the discipline and coordination needed for synchronized riding—perfect for those interested in performing in the Christmas Show!

December

December 13th (Sat): Drill Team Show
🔹 Drill riders, set aside your whole day for this special event
 

Drill Team Christmas Show
The culmination of months of teamwork and dedication, this event showcases precision, skill, and the beauty of drill riding. A must-see performance!

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December 27th (Sat): Last Day of Lessons for 2025

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