Why Swan River?
Safe &
Supportive​
Experienced instructors and carefully selected lesson horses help riders learn with confidence.
Horsemanship
& Horse Care
Riders learn more than riding through hands-on horse care, grooming, tacking, and stables management skills.
Opportunities
to Grow
From camps and clinics to horse shows and more, riders can explore every aspect of the equestrian world
Who We Serve
Our lesson program is designed for:
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First-time riders
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Recreational riders
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Riders interested in horse ownership
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Competitive riders pursuing shows and clinics
Rider Progression Program
Every rider progresses at their own pace. Advancement is based on demonstrated skills, safety, horsemanship knowledge, and riding ability—not age.
Rider Levels vs. Rider Achievements
At Swan River, every rider follows our Rider Progression Program. Rider Levels help instructors and parents track a rider's current skills, identify areas for growth, and ensure riders are learning in a safe and structured way.
While Rider Levels serve as a guide for progression, riders also have opportunities to earn special achievements throughout the year as they master new skills and reach important milestones.
Achievements may recognize accomplishments such as:
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Horse Care & Horsemanship
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Grooming & Tacking
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Riding Skills
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Safety Knowledge
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Show Participation
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Leadership & Volunteer Service
Achievements are celebrated through certificates, recognition on our Rider Achievement Board, and session progress reports.
Session Progress Reports
At the end of each session, riders receive a progress report outlining:
• Current Rider Level
• Skills Mastered
• Skills In Progress
• Goals for Continued Growth
• Instructor Feedback
Consistent Lessons. Consistent Progress.
Rather than booking lessons week-to-week, riders enroll in a lesson program that reserves their place in the schedule and provides ongoing instruction throughout the session.
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Scheduling
Families submit their availability before each session.
Lesson placements are determined based on:
• Rider level
• Instructor availability
• Horse suitability
• Family scheduling preferences
Once assigned, riders attend the same lesson day and time each week throughout the session.
What's Included?
✓ Reserved weekly lesson time
✓ Rider progression tracking
✓ Session progress evaluations
✓ Monthly horsemanship classes
✓ Priority enrollment for future sessions
✓ Opportunities for camps, clinics, shows, and volunteer programs
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Session Schedule
Summer Session: June – August
Fall Session: September – December
Winter/Spring Session: January – May
Current riders receive priority enrollment before openings are offered to new students.
Tuition
Weekly Lesson Program
$295/month
Our most popular option. Riders are placed into the lesson format that best supports their goals, schedule, and current rider level. Depending on enrollment and scheduling needs, lessons may be conducted as private, semi-private, or small group lessons. Lesson length adjusts based on the number of riders in the lesson: Private Lesson: 30 Minutes Semi-Private Lesson: 45 Minutes Group Lesson (3-4 riders): 60 Minutes This option provides the greatest scheduling flexibility while allowing riders to benefit from both individualized instruction and learning alongside other riders.
Requested Private Instruction
$345/month
For riders who prefer exclusively one-on-one instruction. Riders enrolled in this option receive: ✓ A guaranteed private lesson each week ✓ Individualized lesson planning ✓ Personalized goal setting ✓ Dedicated one-on-one instruction Private lessons are 30 minutes in length.
How Scheduling Works
Prior to each session, families submit their availability and lesson preferences.
Our team carefully builds the lesson schedule based on:
• Rider level and experience
• Horse suitability
• Instructor availability
• Family scheduling requests
• Lesson compatibility with other riders
Once assigned, riders attend the same lesson day and time each week throughout the session.
Why This Structure?
Our flexible placement model allows us to create the best learning environment for each rider while making the most effective use of our instructors, lesson horses, and available lesson times.
Some riders thrive in a private setting, while others benefit from riding alongside peers. By maintaining flexibility within the program, we can provide more opportunities for growth while keeping scheduling consistent for families.