Devine Gaits Farm

$35/hour

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It’s free, with no obligation to book

Introduction: Lessons for those who want to learn other than just riding in an arena and spending a fortune showing. Horsemanship is so much more than ribbons! Enjoying trail rides, camping and economical friendly competitions all while improving riding skills, learning to understand and care for horses. At Devine Gaits Farm it's about your goals and our horses make it a comfortable journey because they are GAITED!! What is gaited? Gaited horses offer comfortable, smooth, gliding ride with no bounce gears between walk and canter instead of having to post or absorb the bounce of the typical trot horse in your body. Those "Ah-ha" moments when witnessing a student understand a skill or concept, the smile on their face and listening to them share their experience with other students, family and friends. Immensely rewarding to be a part of their journey to those moments. Never enjoy to see a student struggle with life BUT ... it is humbling to witness what the bond that happens between them and their favorite horse can do. The transformation between arriving stressed or full of tears and leaving comforted by their horse and often times even with a much more positive outlook on those issues they brought in with them.

Overview

Hired 19 times

1 similar job done near you

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1 employee

17 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, and Zelle.

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2018

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, value, and professionalism.

Excellent 4.9

14 reviews

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Marilyn M.

Apr 16, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

Just getting started with lessons. Completed an extensive, informative and enjoyable orientation/evaluation this afternoon. Had a great time. Trainer is super easy to understand and made me feel comfortable. The horses look and act well cared for and with my first exposure to them very well trained. Looking forward to what I'll learn here. The communication with the farm thru Thumbtack made it very easy to gather the information I needed to select their service.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Beginner • Western • Trail riding • Fun and relaxation • No, I do not have a horse • Once a week • As recommended by teacher • Within the next 1 - 2 weeks • Conducting initial research • I travel to the horseback riding instructor

Horseback Riding Lessons (for adults)

Lisa M.

Mar 25, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

I met with Thea and was extremely impressed with her knowledge of horses. I'm going to take lessons because she made me feel very comfortable, which is paramount to me. I'm down to earth and have a very good sense of humor and didn't want to work with any trainers that were too rigid. I can be myself and wasn't afraid to ask questions. Photos later!!!

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Intermediate • Western • Fun and relaxation • Yes, I have a horse • Once a week • As recommended by teacher • As soon as possible • Ready to hire the right teacher now • I travel to the horseback riding instructor

Horseback Riding Lessons (for adults)

Judith S.

Apr 27, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

I had a really great first experience with Devine Gaits Farm. It's been many years since I've been on a horse except for the occasional trail ride. All my questions were answered and I felt very comfortable with my evaluation and first ride. I am looking forward to my next lesson !

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Intermediate • Western • Fun and relaxation • No, I do not have a horse • Once a week • On an ongoing basis • As soon as possible • Conducting initial research • I travel to the horseback riding instructor

Horseback Riding Lessons (for adults)

Mary A.

Aug 6, 2018

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Very responsive and understanding. Definitely will be going. Had our first lesson today and it was both exciting and scary. Althea is a true professional. She recognized we were beginners and the lesson was geared toward that. She is terrific! She could even tell that my husband was left handed by the way his feet were in the stirrups! She is very patient, answers all our questions and is a very kind person. It is very obvious that this is more than a job for her. She really knows her stuff. She is the perfect instructor. I could not ask for a better fit. If you are on the fence about hiring her, I say YES - DEFINITELY! Can’t wait for our next lesson!

Details: 65 or older • Beginner • Western • Trail riding • No, I do not have a horse • Once a week • As recommended by teacher • Willing to work around teacher's schedule • Conducting initial research • I travel to the horseback riding instructor

Horseback Riding Lessons (for adults)

Tacie H.

Aug 30, 2020

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It was a great introduction to the care of horses and riding for my granddaughters.

Details: 14 - 17 years old • No experience • Fun and relaxation • No, I do not have a horse • What the instructor recommends • As recommended by professional • At the pro’s location

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Althea Boryk

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Orientation Rider Lesson $60 Individual Lessons $45 Monthly Lesson Lease Packages start at $315 Orientation Rider w/own Horse $85 Rider w/own Horse (Haul In) $35 Orientation 2 Riders, Adults (Couples/Friends) Lesson $90 2 Riders, Adults (Couples/Friends) Lesson $80 Orientation 2 Riders (Adult/Child) Lesson $80 2 Riders (Adult/Child) Lesson $70
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Step 1 Contact Devine Gaits Farm and request New Student Package Step 2 Review New Student Package Step 3 Scheduled and pay for an Orientation Lesson Step 4 Arrive as scheduled, dressed as directed in New Student Package with Signed Waiver ready to start your journey! **** Orientation Lessons are to get to know each other, get familiar with the facility and horses, discuss your goals, assess where you are currently in knowledge and skills to develop a lesson plan for achieving your goals. This takes extra time and is why this first lesson is a bit more expensive than subsequent lessons.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Involved with horses since 1975 (7 yrs old) Formal instruction since 1983 (14 years old) Purchased first horse 1984 (15 years old) Formal instruction in Centered Riding, Jumping, Dressage Began Rescue/Rehabilitate/Re-home work in 2006 (No longer taking new rescues) Audit and Participate in Clinics Dressage as Applied to the Gaited Horse w/Jennie Jackson Feed, Train & Conditioning of the Competitive Trail Horse w/Denise Shepherd Equine Message w/Denise Shepherd Continue Equitation Lessons w/Denise Shepherd Currently working on Carriage Association of America Certification to teach Beginning Driving and Road Safety Test **** The day I stop learning is the day I stop teaching!