Programs: Show Program & Rider Development Program
Confidence building is a big part of their shared philosophy. And that riding ultimately should be fun. “Nobody gets up in the morning to come out here and have a bad day,” Wendy says. “We watch our students and first tell them everything that they are doing well. From there, we point out what parts can be made better. Psychologically, it seems to be working pretty well.”
In addition, Fremont Hills’ programs are augmented by the wonderful set-up at the Portola Valley Training Center, where a huge outdoor ring, which boasts excellent footing, is one of eight riding arenas. A 5/8ths-of-a-mile exercise track and many miles of trails enable beneficial breaks to in-the-ring schooling. A treadmill, which can be set to various speeds and tilt levels, is also used as a great supplement or substitute for hand walking and lunging. The fitness-building benefits are numerous for healthy horses as well as those coming back from injuries.
Below is a list of general services offered at Fremont Hills. Contact us for a detailed price list.
Boarding
Includes professional training, lessons, exercise, show clipping, mane pulling, big turn out paddock, and daily feed program. Care and scheduling of vet and farrier.
Trailer-in Lessons
Private
Semi-Private
Group
Full Grooming
Includes grooming, tacking, untacking, tack cleaning, and bathing.
Non-Training
Professional Rides
Exercise
Yearly Supplies
Includes all grooming supplies necessary for the daily care of your horse.
Show Program
The Show Program at Fremont Hills was designed with the serious horseman who aims at venturing into the competitive arena. Through a goal oriented approach mixed with a good amount of fun, Wendy, Missy, and Currie work with clients to fine-tune their riding. Riders active in the Show Program have their own horse(s), possess a strong foundation in the fundamentals of horsemanship, and are passionate about competition.
Below a list of Horse Show Expenses, full price list available upon request.
Horse Show Expenses
Daycare
Includes professional training, coaching, ringside assistance and horse supervision. This charge is effective the day your horse leaves for the show through the day your horse returns home.
Set Up (per show)
Includes complete tack room, grooming stall, horse stall, and aisle set up.
Grooming (paid directly to groom)
Per horse/per day, includes gratuity.
Supplies/Equipment (divided by number of horses)
Includes all supplies such as flowers, bark, sod, brushes, hoof oil, shampoo, vetroline, fly spray, show sheen, etc.
Horse Related Expenses (divided by number of horses)
Includes feed and bedding, tack/grooming stalls, night watch, and laundry.
Trainer Related Expenses (divided by number of horses)
Includes hotel, transportation, and food.
Horse Show Deposits
Due by the closing date of entries.
Medications (individually by horse)
Rider Development Program
The Rider Development Program (RDP) at Fremont Hills provides quality instruction that focuses on the skills of riding in a safe, fun, professional environment. The team works with riders new to horses as well as those just getting back into the sport. Riders don’t have to own their own horse to join this program.
More than a lesson program, the RDP focuses on horsemanship skills to provide each and every rider with a comprehensive grasp of the sport’s basics – from proper horse care to show ring performance. Although not a requirement, RDP clients can own their own horse and compete at local shows. Those seeking to go on the road to compete on the ‘A’ circuit can always join the Show Program.
Please contact us for further details.