Lessons with a Difference!

You can be assured that your lesson will be safe, educational and enjoyable. We strive to incorporate your goals into each lesson, moving you towards your goals using methods that are based on classical principles. Whether you are riding for fun or competition, we have the program for you. Our multi-service facility offers an 11 stall private barn, trained and safe schooling horses for all levels, a outdoor training arena and a spectacular outdoor main arena that is 87x220'.

Our Lessons focus on using classical riding as a basis for all exercises and using this solid foundation, allow you to advance to higher levels of riding with the confidence that your riding is well-balanced and competent. If you plan on riding Dressage or trying your hand at Jumping, CK Performance Horses can provide you with the education and tools you need to achieve your dreams.  Our certified, trained and experienced Instructors will teach you the solid basics you need to be an intelligent rider. Schooling horses and tack are available on a limited basis.

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Horsemanship is a part of all our lessons - every program includes introductory horsemanship, with additional focus available, depending on your goals.

We believe that training a horse is something that takes time and honest effort. This is achieved through a quiet, systematic approach based on classical methods. These classical methods include absolutely no trick training or shortcuts. We emphasize safety in our training and never jeopardize the horse's well-being for a quick turn-around.
Whether starting your horse from the ground or advancing the training into higher levels, our custom programs will incorporate your goals into a full-service experience. We train horses for trail riding as well as general Western performance and have an experienced English trainer on staff for Dressage and Hunter/Jumper prospects.

By starting our horses in our training arena, we begin in a safe and secure environment that is totally non-threatening to the horse. Here, we "sack" out the horse and earn it's trust all while teaching it confidence and calmness. After this, we begin line work, starting on the longe line and then moving onto long lines. During this period, we establish a soft mouth and the horse learns to come to the hand, as opposed to being restricted by it. We then introduce more tack (saddles,etc) and with each introduction, we continue to build the horse's trust and confidence. After this, we begin to get the horse used to a rider's weight and move onto independant riding and schooling. Throughout this, we concentrate on the horse's well-being and safety.

Our classical based methods concentrate on natural flexion, correct gaits and balance while striving to improve the horse's way of going without interfering with his natural gifts.

Our training program is based on a minimum 60-day commitment and includes owner involvement throughout the process. Training packages that include lessons both with your horses and ours are available on a limited basis, due to extremely high demand.

***OUR TRAINING PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY BOOKED TO CAPACITY FOR 2011...Thank you for your interest***

**Effective immdiately - All Lessons will be available on a Pre-paid basis only, NO EXCEPTIONS. Lessons can be purchased individually (payment due immediately) or in groups. Payment is due at time of purchase. Lessons not held will be rescheduled, time permtting. We will try to reschedule lessons to ensure eveyone is happy. Students missing lessons without notice will not be entitled to a rescheduled lesson and payment for that lesson will be counted. There are NO REFUNDS for lessons purchased, with medical reasons being the only exception. Thank you for your understanding.