Vantage Point Equestrian
Vantage Point Equestrian

Vantage Point Equestrian

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Introduction: School of Horsemanship & Show Stable. Will travel to South Florida, also Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, and Naples. ARIA Certified Instructor- Hunt Seat Equitation We are the ONLY "School of Horsemanship" in Southwest Ranches, Florida. What does that mean, exactly? What it means is that we take the time to develop HORSEMAN, not just the minimal effort to teach you the basics of how to ride. There is SO MUCH more to becoming a true Equestrian than just riding. Horses are beautiful, but complex, animals, but if you take the time to learn how they instinctively think/behave, it helps to understand them. Understanding horse behaviour is the key to success in the saddle...and to be SAFE! Most lesson barns offer a cookie cutter approach to instruction in typical 30/60 minute riding lessons, which is often little more than someone coaching you on where to place your hands, feet, and basic alignment of your body in the saddle. Wouldn't it be great to know what the horse was thinking/feeling? Horse behaviour is just one of the many things we include in our general curriculum for riding instruction.We are now accepting riding students for the fall. Our curriculum is based on the time-honored traditional methods of The United States Pony Club and overseen by a Certified Riding Instructor, who has been teaching and riding competitively for more than 20 years. Our facility is home to 24 magnificent animals for all ages, levels of riders, from beginner through advanced levels. Our professional trainers are knowledgeable and articulate, and capable of mounting a horse and demonstrating all the skills we teach. Our show record boasts proven results of our School Of Horsemanship. While our program offers HORSE SHOW preparatory riding instruction, there is no requirement to horse show with us. It is not even necessary to own a horse/pony. We have dozens of schoolmaster horses and ponies available, and four professional trainers on staff. We even have equipment for loan. All you need to get started, is the desire to learn and comfortable clothing. Everything else will be provided to you, at no additional expense. We even have a special rate for our introductory riding lesson. What do you have to lose? Schedule your riding lesson today!!!
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Patricia L.
Sep 16, 2016
I took up riding as an adult beginner with very limited experience around horses. Brittany (Vantage Point Equestrian owner) was extremely patient in taking me from my very first lesson on a longe line all the way through to intermediate jumping with some advanced skills over the last three years (my progression would be even faster if I hadn't been forced to take off about 7 months). Brittany's teaching style is great for me; she really takes the time to explain the why behind her instructions. How a misplaced foot or an open rein causes a horse to be unbalanced, or why a certain position allows the animal to move better and give you more control. I am a bit nervous when learning a new skill on a horse, and understanding why I am doing what I am doing gives me a lot confidence to keep trying more advanced skills. Don't take this to mean Brittany takes it easy though - some of the classes that I take with her are pure conditioning, and Brittany won't let you stop until you've done a move or demonstrated a skill correctly (it's not good for the horse otherwise!). Brittany is also great at creating a warm, supportive and friendly environment in her barn. She organizes get togethers and mixers with all of her students and encourages friendships. If you stick with it, you'll undoubtedly be adopted into Brittany's VPEQ barn family.
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Kerri R.
Sep 6, 2016
Gemini Brittany Pledger is a talented and passionate instructor who truly cares about her horses and clients. This gifted rider and teacher is able to instill confidence, great horsemanship, and beautiful equitation in those that are willing to work hard. We make a special trip to ride with Brittany whenever we are in Florida. She is an honest individual with exceptional character. I trust her with my children in and out of the ring. Vantage Point's facilities are comfortable, clean, and organized. I highly recommend this facility.
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Sara N.
Sep 22, 2016
Vantage Point more than a riding academy for children and adults is a place that welcomes you to become part of their family. I have been taking riding lessons at Vantage Point for the last two years. Stephanie my trainer have been building up my confidence as a rider with great patience and care; Brittany and Sam the owners main concern is riders safety, by always supervising the riders. They take excellent care of the horses and Great place to learn and to make new friends. If you like competing and getting push to become the best jumper you can be, this is the place to be!