JIREH FARM Riding Academy

RIDING RULES

Students must initial each item to indicate that they have read and agree to abide by each rule listed here. If the student is a minor, both the student and a parent/guardian must initial.

• Students must have a signed release form on file before any riding or horse-related activity may begin.
  

Riding Rules
Riding Recommendations
Levels Program

• Students must wear a well-fitting, approved riding helmet all the time - every time they ride or mount a horse/pony.
  
• Students must wear riding boots or riding shoes with a heel when riding a horse/pony under saddle. If the student is able to ride bareback, this rule may be waived when bareback riding is employed for the entire time the student is riding.
  
• If a student brings a guest(s),the guest(s) may not ride or mount a horse/pony unless all of these rules are adhered to and initialed by the guest(s). The student may invite the guest(s) to mount/ride their
  assigned horse/pony during their lesson time with the approval of the instructor. If no one is available to sign the release form, the guest may not mount/ride!
  
• The most important rule - The Instructor Rules!
  Whatever your instructor says goes. This rule supercedes all others, as the instructor is able to evaluate situations as they arise. This does not mean the student should ask (bug) the instructor to waive the rules listed here. By taking lessons you are hiring your instructor to give you the benefit of his/her experience.
  
• Students who disobey their instructors, or initiate horseback activities without their instructor's approval, may endanger themselves, others, and their horse/pony. Repeat offenders may have their lesson(s) terminated at any time with no refund of fees paid.
  
• Please note that your instructor has your best interests in mind as he/she gives you instruction. If you are unsure about anything, ask your instructor!