No, previous experience with horses is necessary. All riders will have an initial assessment of their experience and comfort working with horses. Riders will be instructed, as needed, for  all horse related activities ranging from putting on a halter to jumping a fence. Horsemanship  instructions and expectation starts from your first step onto the ranch.

We work with riders ages 7 years and up.

My background includes training in both styles. I spent my childhood riding Hunters and Jumpers  and am currently focused on Reining. However, the basics of good riding will transcend this distinction. Any of the classical riding instruction  offered at Salisbury Farms should provide a foundation and launching pad for  excellent riding in any discipline.

Every interested party will meet with Dr. Oleson and have an orientation session. Dr. Oleson will discuss the program and introduce basic horsemanship activities. This session serves as an assessment for the interest of the rider and the suitability of a rider for this program.