The Program

Admittedly one of the most conservative teaching/training programs in the area, Dutch Manor stresses basics in both teaching students and training horses. All students are required to understand and perform the fundamentals of riding on the flat before being allowed to start over the fences. This is accomplished by giving each student an understanding of what the basics are and what they can do for both horse and rider. All of this is done in an enjoyable and educational atmosphere. Students are required to start in Private Lessons for evaluation purposes, before being put into a group lesson of their age and ability level. For safety purposes any individual who is mounted on the premises MUST wear protective headgear and proper footwear.

The training program is tailored to the expectations of the boarder/customer. Our program can be adapted to the customer who simply wishes to enjoy riding, right through to those who wish to compete at the highest level. At Dutch Manor a slow methodical training program; stressing basics, keeps horses happy, sound and willing to perform, while still challenging the rider.

A close working relationship with the support staff of veterinarians, blacksmiths and therapists benefits all the animals under our care. The veterinary work for the stable is under the direction of The Veterinary Clinic at Oakencroft, while the Farrier service is provided by Santore Horse Services. New customers are encouraged to use our support staff, however if they wish they may use any service they may choose, provided these services work through the office at Dutch Manor.

Every animal under our care at Dutch Manor is treated as if they were our own. Special feeding programs, work and turn-out schedules, lesson and training times are worked out with the customer with the benefit of the horse in mind. While NO Jumping is allowed without staff supervision, all staff members constantly monitor daily work programs that will benefit both the horse and rider. This helps to insure the safety of all and the progress of both the rider and the horse.