About
Leg Up Equestrian is a family owned and operated Horsemanship School, serving Charlotte NC, Fort Mill SC, and the surrounding areas. Since 1997, we have earned a solid reputation in the horse community, and maintain one of the areas strongest youth equestrian programs
Lessons are taught by experienced, proficient instructors in a logical, progressive series, following a proven curriculum. Instruction is tailored to individual learning styles, drawing upon an eclectic body of knowledge and training methodologies. Our class sizes our small and always skill-level appropriate. Thus, our students are able to progress faster and master the requisite skills necessary to attain the next level in their riding.
While the major emphasis of our lessons are taught under saddle, Horse Mastership training is an integral part of the Leg Up Equestrian education. In fact, by the time our young riders progress through our certification "levels" they will have attained the equivalent of college-level coursework and equine knowledge. Our goal is to develop well-rounded, knowledgeable students who possess strong character in addition to being competent riders.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
New Students: Horseback Riding Lessons are offered on a quarterly schedule (10 scheduled classes per session). New students may sign-up anytime. Tuition is pro-rated based on the number of classes remaining in the current term. Please see our class schedule for dates.
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What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
ARIA Certified - since 1997
Leg Up Equestrian's innovative curriculum and teaching methods lay the foundation for our unique equestrian education programs and riding lessons. Our Instructors receive continuing education and professional development through hands on coursework, workshops, coaching, and 1-on-1 mentoring. As a leader in our industry, Leg Up's Instructor training programs are also offered to other equine professionals through seminars and weekend workshops.