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About Oakridge Riding Club in Moorpark, CA
At Oakridge Riding Club, we understand the joys of horseback riding go beyond the physical activity. We strive to foster a safe and fun learning environment for riders of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Our experienced instructors specialize in English, Western and Dressage riding disciplines, and can teach riders various levels of horsemanship and riding skills. Not only that, but we also offer lessons in riding safety and horse care, so riders can feel secure and confident in the saddle. Come join the Oakridge Riding Club family and become part of the fun today! At Oakridge Riding Club, our mission is to provide a safe and educational environment for riders of all ages and abilities. Our experienced instructors will guide riders through English, Western and Dressage disciplines, to develop their riding and horsemanship skills. We also provide lessons in horse care and safety, so riders can be confident and secure while learning. It’s all about having fun while developing skills and knowledge - and we invite you to join us! Come to Oakridge Riding Club and start your horseback riding journey today.
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- Coed
- Kids
- Tweens
Amenities
- Internet Access
- Riding Hall
- Stable
Programs at Oakridge Riding Club in Moorpark, CA
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Young Riders- (Under 7 Years old)
For the young riders lead line and lunge line with the instructor will build confidence while the instructor maintains control of the horse to insure safety. The rider will learn to approach the horse safely, both from in front and behind. The student will assist with grooming and leading the horse safely with assistance of the instructor. The rider will learn to hold the reins correctly. Learn proper leg and body position. Gain balance through use of exercises at the walk. Trot during double instruction with instructor. Learn to perform a circle at the walk and steer through cones. Steer over ground poles. Learn to stop and back the horse
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Beginner Riding Level (All Ages)
All beginners are started in a western saddle to learn the basics. That is because western saddles are bigger, more stable and more forgiving for a student that hasn’t developed a seat yet. First time riders will start on a lunge line until independent steering and control are demonstrated by student. Riders will gain their balance and confidence while on the lunge line allowing the instructor to maintain control of the horse. Once the rider is confident the student will be taken off the lunge line and begins independent riding. Steering exercises with colored cones and around poles will make learning fun. After learning circles, serpentines, and obstacles at the walk then students will advance to the trot. When being introduced to the trot student will return to the lunge line. Learning the sitting trot with and without stirrups. When control, speed and direction are demonstrated on the lunge line at the trot then the student will be allowed to advance to trotting independently. Steering, balance and control will now be practiced off the lunge line. The use of cones, ground poles, figure eights, and serpentines will be used.
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Advanced Beginner Riding Level (All Ages)
By the advanced beginner stage in riding students can now switch to English, if desired. The advanced beginner stage of riding will cover many things. The rider has developed balance and a good seat in western so they will progress with confidence in English. English riders will learn the posting trot, sitting trot and two-point/jumping position. English riders will also learn about “diagonals” at the trot. Both western and english riders will learn speed control at the walk, collected trot and extended trot. While working on speed control of their horses they will learn guiding exercises such as serpentines, figure eights, and circles. When full control and a good seat are demonstrated at all stages of the trot from collected to extended trot, then the rider is ready to learn the canter. Students will learn about “leads” at the canter. Ground poles will be used for trot work. Students will begin to understand how to be an effective rider and not just a passenger on their horse. Learning to bend and supple their horse in the bridle while framing their horses up. Students that wish to compete will now be able to do so in flat walk/trot classes.
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2182 Tierra Rejada Rd, Moorpark, CA, 93021