What We Offer
    Foster Farm South focuses on those who want to learn how to ride a horse safely and
    competently. We also teach those riders who aspire to show American Saddlebred horses
    on local and national level.  Additionally,  we offer a select number of hunt seat, dressage
    and western lessons for those that are interested in seeing what other disciplines the
    American Saddlebred can excel at.  

    Lessons

    If you are 5 years old or older, you are able to take lessons. Private Riding Lessons last
    for 1/2 an hour and the instructor is with the student the entire time.  We have a terrific
    group of seasoned lesson horses that provide riders with safety and encourage
    confidence.  Lessons are held year round in the indoor or two outdoor arenas. Students
    are expected to dress in appropriate riding wear for all lessons.  This riding wear includes
    an approved helmet, hard sole boots, long fitted pants or jodhpurs pants, and gloves.  
    After the third lesson, it is expected that the student be outfitted in the appropriate riding
    boots and jodhpurs pants.

    For the safety and comfort of horses and riders, lessons will be rescheduled if it's below
    35 degrees or over 100 degrees. All lessons need to be paid in full before the lesson has
    begun.  We kindly ask that a 24 hour notice is given for all cancellations. Semi-Private
    instruction with more than two riders is only available to those riders who are able to
    control their horse at all times.

    Lesson Pricing:
    Monthly Unlimited Scheduled Lessons  (Show Rider Package)                 $  400
    30 Minute Private Instruction                                                                       $   50
    40 Minute Semi-Private                                                                                  $  50
    50 Minute Group                                                                                           $  50
    15 Minute “leadline” ride (ages 5-8 only)                                                      $  25


    Training

    Now accepting horses for training.  Please contact the farm for more information on
    prices and packages.












    Boarding

    Now offering a select number of box stalls and outside paddock board.  Boarding of
    outside horses is very limited and each horse boarded at out farm must be in training or
    the rider must be enrolled in lessons.

    Deluxe Stall with run                                $550
    Basic Board with daily turnout                 $450
    Paddock with Shelter                                $300

    Horse Shows

    The riders of Foster Farm are invited and encouraged to set their sights on the show ring.
    We attend horse shows in Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Minnesota.  Riders will
    typically ride their own horses in the shows and there will be limited leasing of lesson
    horses for shows.  The main reason for showing is to show off your ability to ride your
    horse well.  Horse show fees will vary somewhat from show to show.  There are
    standard fees that one must pay at each show such as class fees, office and drug fees,
    shavings, trailering fee, day care, groom tips, etc.  













    Day Camps  

    Foster Farm Day Camps are held a few times each year.  At camp, students learn how to
    properly groom and tack up horses, prepare them for lessons and keep the barn area
    clean.  Students ride at least twice per day, play games, learn stable management and end
    the week with a horse show and pizza party at the barn. Click here to learn more about
    the camp offerings for 2008.


    Clinics

    Horsemanship clinics will be held throughout the year and will feature a well-rounded
    group of speakers.  Our first clinic was held in April of this year and our distinguished
    guest was Saddlebred enthusiast Mr. William Marple of Dallas, Texas.  


    Equipment Needs

    Selecting the correct equipment for riding allows the participant the opportunity to ride
    comfortably and safely.  It is required that riders wear the appropriate gear when riding
    which includes a helmet for all riders under the age of 18. Below please find a range of
    prices you can expect to spend and you are encouraged to ask for a list of places to shop.

          Equine Safety Helmet (required)                       $30-300
          Jodhpurs Boots (required)                                  $60-150
          Jodhpurs Pants (required)                                   $50-100
          Leather Riding Gloves                                        $15-45
          Saddleseat Saddle (Used or New)                       $400-2500
          Show Bridle                                                        $80-200
          Show Suit                                                           $400-3000


                                                          
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The Saddlebreds of Foster Farm South, LLC
603 Laurence Dr.
Heath, Texas 75032