LESSONS

In addition to Clinics (which are in group format), we also offer private, one-on-one lessons at our Facility.  Scott is an experienced coach/teacher having taught private and group lessons for a number of years.  He is currently competing his own horse at Small Tour (Prix St George/Inter I) level dressage and is passionate about sharing his experience and knowledge with other riders.  His teaching style is positive and encouraging, while motivating and supporting people to step out of their comfort zone when necessary to achieve their goals and build their confidence - both in and outside of the arena. 

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Scott specialises in assisting riders to build on their horse's foundation to where the horses are set up, ready to get out and about and/or be competition ready.  He is also able to guide riders through resolving problems which may have arisen.​  Scott is immensely passionate about developing horses that are light, responsive and confident - making them enjoyable to handle and ride and able to perform at their best.  He offers coaching for riders of all levels and backgrounds who want to improve their riding and their relationship with their horse - taking their understanding of their horse to the next level and having fun along the way!

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The different lesson options are as follows - please note that due to competition and family commitments we have very limited weekend availability for lessons outside of our scheduled Lesson Days (and Clinics):  

 

WEEKDAY LESSONS

Scott has availability in and around working the horses we have in for handling/starting for private lessons at our Facility during weekdays. 
Please email us if you wish to book a weekday lesson, and we can get back to you with options/availability. 

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LESSON DAYS

Held in weekends, generally at least once per month and a mixture of Saturdays/Sundays.  When you book you are allocated a 1-hour private, one-on-one lesson timeslot which can consist of groundwork only, ridden only, or a mixture of both.  To view all upcoming
dates/to book please visit our Bookings page.

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TWILIGHT LESSON EVENINGS

Generally held every second Wednesday evening over the summer months.  As with the Lesson Days, when you book you are allocated a 1-hour private, one-on-one lesson timeslot which can consist of groundwork only, ridden only, or a mixture of both.  To view all upcoming dates/to book please visit our Bookings page.

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MULTI-LESSON PACKAGE - DISCOUNT

For those who wish to book regular lessons, we are pleased to offer our Multi-Lesson Package.  This allocates you 10x 1-hour individual lessons (to be held at our Facility) for the discounted price of $700.  The 10 lessons must be redeemed within 12-months of purchase.  You can also use the Multi-Lesson Package to book on any of our Lesson Days or Twilight Lesson Evenings (we will send you a code so when you book online there is no further payment required) and, subject to availability, there is the option to group up to two lessons together at one time.  To book a Multi-Lesson Package, please visit our Bookings page.

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​SPECTATORS / SUPPORT PEOPLE

​Spectators/support people may observe private lessons - however, this is at the sole discretion of the person who has booked the lesson.  If permission is granted, please note that this is limited to the person who has booked/given permission, and does not extend to other lessons being held on the same day or evening.

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DRESSAGE COMPETITION WARM UP

Scott is also able to assist you on the day of competition with your warmup.  He will guide you through any issues that may arise with your horse being in a new/different environment - building confidence, settling both you and your horse, and ensuring you are set up and ready to start your test.  This is available to those who have had lessons with Scott and, at this stage, is restricted to dressage competitions held at the Rangiora Showgrounds and Harrs Road (and is subject to availability).   Please contact us to discuss your competition plans/goals.

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BOOKINGS

Please visit the bookings page or contact us to discuss lessons and/or your competition plans/goals and how we can assist you in achieving these!

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