41 Gabriel Woods Road  * New Gloucester, Maine 04260  *  Ph: 207-671-8271  *  E-mail: wilsonbrookfarmllc@maine.rr.com





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lesson Program 2009

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday  Private lessons.

Wednesday PM  and Saturday AM: Group lessons. Groups are up to 5 riders at more or less the same riding level.

Specialty private  lessons: Saturday PM. For those riders who are thinking about showing. (dressage or Jumping)

Group lessons are $ 30.- per hour lesson

Private lessons are $ 40.- per hour lesson. Please note: when a rider is learning to groom and tack up the horse this is included in the hour lesson, so actual time in the saddle is less.

 PLEASE…..OBSERVE OUR 24 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY!!!!

Attire: Helmet, ( we have many!) Long pants, boots or shoes with a hard sole and a minimum of ¾ heel are required for riders. When a rider comes to the barn in sneekers, we will ride on a bareback pad. Absolute no close contact to any horse if open shoes are worn.  Please dress smart, bring rain gear, extra shirt etc. if it is cold out. Riding gloves are great but not required.

All riders need to sign a liability form before riding, under the age of 21 a parent needs to sign.

Instructors

Klara Vanderwaal
Klara Vanderwaal - owner of Wilsonbrookfarm and ARIA certified riding instructor Level 1 in dressage and recreational riding, offers lessons to all ages, welcoming beginners and advanced riders. Her philosophy is grounded in safe and intelligent horsemanship, focused on establishing a successful partnership between the horse and rider. Lessons are flexible and tailored to each student. Klara firmly believes that each horse and rider team is unique in their needs and learning styles, requiring a individualized approach. Klara started riding in the Netherlands at age 9 and worked for lessons from age 15 up at a barn where she helped out with the disabled riding program for 5 years. She has been teaching riding for many years, and guides the trail rides at Wilsonbrookfarm.  For those riders who would like to get ready for this trail ride vacation, Klara will be able to get you started! Note: trail rides will only be possible after a rider has shown to be comfortable in the ring. She lives on the farm and can be reached at 207 671 8271, leave a message or a text. Or by e-mail: wilsonbrookfarmllc@maine.rr.com

Wendy McCann, Barn Manager/Instructor
Wendy McCann started getting involved with horses at the tender age of 10 and she has never looked back. Now, twenty years later, she still loves the smell of fresh hay in the morning and hearing nickering horses when she walks into the barn at Wilson Brook Farm. Having more than twenty years of experience with horses, she knows the fun as well as the hazards of the equestrian sport. Her love for the horse is evident when she’s around them and loves to teach others the art of riding. Wendy has mostly been involved in the Hunter/Jumper show rings, but has also dabbled a bit in the Dressage ring as well. If you are looking for an instructor who is patient and specializes in boosting self-confidence and not only teaches the “hows” but the “whys” and keeps it safe for all, you have found the right one in Wendy. Please contact her for any questions or to schedule a lesson at (207) 577-7394. Wendy, also the barn manager, is ARIA certified in Hunt Seat and Stable Management, and plans to go for the US Hunter/Jumper Association (USHJA) exam sometime in 2009.

Wilson Brook Farm has several opportunities available for working students as well as several summer camp positions: call Klara for information: (207) 671-8271.
 

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