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RIDING LESSONS
Bridges Equestrian offers many lesson programs to allow for each student to tailor his or her equestrian experience to meet their specific needs.
- Beginning to Advanced Lessons
- English, Western and Dressage
- Private or Group Lessons
- 10 Level Horsemasters Program
- Beautiful Covered and Lighted Arenas
Riders must be over the age of eight, and under the weight of 180 pounds (please see our weight/height chart ).
The BRIDGES EQUESTRIAN staff of 6 instructors, 28 lesson horses and crew of assistant instructors are trained and experienced to give you the type of instruction you desire.
Lesson Rates
Lesson rates as of 15 May 2010
- Riding lessons are offered during barn hours .
- Please click here for lesson schedule .
Group or Semi-Private Lessons
- $65 each purchased separately
- $250 per month for 1 scheduled lesson per week
- $400 per month for 2 scheduled lessons per week
- $575 per month for 3 scheduled lessons per week
- $290 for 5 lesson package (to be taken stand-by)
- $550 for 10 lesson package (to be taken stand-by)
Lessons consist of 45 minutes riding instruction, with additional grooming time. Please allow 1-1/2 hours to complete the lesson.
Private Riding Lessons
Subject to availability
- $75.00 each
Half Leases
Subject to Availability
- $775 (Includes up to 2 lessons and 3 practice days)
Show Fees
- $50 per day coaching
- $75 per day for the use of a BRIDGES school horse
Practice Rides
- $30 per hour (current students only)
Gift Certificates are available.
- Payment to be made by cash, check or credit card, in advance of lessons/training.
- Lessons cancelled in advance can be made-up. Make up lessons must be used during currently enrolled months.
Please see our lesson policies and equipment requirements
From around the barn
New Team Puppy – Derby
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Join the Bridges Equestrian Team
Ruthanna Bridges met her first horse in 1961 ... and the rest is history.
Family owned and operated, Bridges Equestrian, established in 1981 has been teaching Orange County to ride for over 29 years!
BRIDGES EQUESTRIAN is dedicated to training all levels of riders in English and Western riding. Offering the very best of horsemanship and horse care, we emphasize the positive connection between horse and rider.
Be a part of BRIDGES EQUESTRIAN and experience the world of the horse!
Bridges Equestrian is located at Sycamore Trails Stables on Oso Road in San Juan Capistrano