High Standard Stables - 5980 Sheppard Road - Dansville, New York 14437 (585) 905-9955
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Emphasizing effective communication between horse and rider to help them excel at everything they do. Riders will be taught how to communicate with their horse using good horsemanship. No matter what the discipline, perfect communication with the horse is irreplaceable.

High Standard Stables offers lessons beginning to advanced students in all disciplines: Eventing, Dressage, Jumpers, Hunter/Jumper, Western Pleasure, Trail, and Showmanship.

The younger beginning students will learn to ride in a fun and encouraging atmosphere. These first experiences for the beginner riders will determine whether they want to continue riding, so come to High Standard Stables to ensure that your rider gets the best possible experience and instruction possible.
For the more advanced riders the lessons will be action packed with intense learning. Whether your interest is dressage, jumping or western you can get high quality instruction from High Standard Stables allowing you to take your riding to the next level.

For your first lesson at High Standard Stables…it is best to sign up for a private lesson for at least your first lesson. Make sure you wear long pants and boots with a heel. If you have your own SEI/ASTM certified riding helmet feel free to bring it otherwise there are helmets at the barn you can use.

High Standard Stables has many great lesson horses, but if you have your own horse you are encouraged to bring it so that you can grow in your partnership and communication during your lesson.

Important Note to Lesson Students in Effect Starting 2011: Cancellation Policy

Due to the frequency that people have either not shown up for their lesson or called with little notice before the lesson, starting in 2011 High Standard Stables will have a cancellation policy for all lessons.

If you need to cancel/reschedule your riding lesson for any reason:

  • If canceled/reschedule 24 hours before lesson No Fee
  • If Canceled/rescheduled up to 2 hours before lesson there will be a $10 fee that must be paid at the next lesson
  • If you forget to come to your lesson or cancel/ reschedule with less than 2 hours before the lesson you will lose full amount of lesson. So if you have a lesson package you will lose one lesson. If you pay per lesson, that lesson fee must be paid in addition at the next lesson

LESSON HORSES
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Precious Moments

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Claddagh's Foxy Lady

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Dreamin' of Victory

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Sunrise Surprise

**PLEASE NOTE**
If the lesson is cancelled due to bad weather there is no cancellation fee. If the weather looks questionable I will call and give the rider the option of re-scheduling the lesson.

I am sorry for any inconvenience this may cause but because the lessons are starting to fill I need to have the opportunity to fill the spots of those that cancel and can't do so unless I am given time.

Lesson Prices for April 1 - October 31
45 Min Rate
Single Lesson
Rate
10-Lesson Package for All Students
Private
$35
$300
Semi-Private
$30
$250

Winter Special Lesson Prices
for November 1 - March 31
45 Min Rate
Single Lesson
Rate
10-Lesson Package for All Students
Private
$35
$250
Semiprivate
$30
$200

Also Available:
20 Minute Starter Lesson on HSS horse
(horse already tacked) .............. $20

Gift Certificates can be purchased in any amount and they make great presents for special occasions.

***If traveling to your farm to teach, there is an extra charge of $.50 a mile round trip to cover traveling expenses.

Experience is not necessary ... all you need is a desire to ride. So call or email Amy to set up a lesson.

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Comments:

"If it wasn't for High Standard Stables, I would have never improved as much as I have. Amy always encourages me to do my best and that has helped me so much. Amy's family also treats me with the most kindness as they do with everyone else. High Standard Stables is really the place to be if you want to improve as much as all her students have! Thank you so much Amy and family, you are the best!"

Kayla Grant (student)


"The very first words that came out of my mouth after my first lesson with Amy were "Wow. She can definitely teach me what I want to learn." Since then, I have been taking lessons consistently (sometimes twice a week because I value them so much!) with Amy and I enjoy every minute of every lesson. Amy has helped me to better understand the art of riding disciplines including dressage, western, hunters, jumpers, and just pleasure flat classes, she truly knows it all! She always has words of encouragement and is so friendly, add that to her endless knowledge of horses and riding, equals a fun-filled and action packed lesson! Amy truly can help anyone to ride as long as they simply have the will to ride and a love of horses. Never before have I had a better instructor or better lessons. I have made leaps and bounds in my riding and my overall relationship with my horse in only one year riding with Amy and I truly thank her so much, she is a wonderful instructor."

Allison Tuchrello (student)


"There is always so much improvement in every lesson and it is always so much fun."

Jessie Banker (student)


"I have shown and taken lessons at High Standard Stables for 3 years now and can honestly say that my riding and horsemanship skills have greatly improved! I have had so much fun with Amy and friends every time I go there. Two years ago, I bought my horse, Honey, from Amy and had the most wonderful time while creating a very special bond with a truly amazing horse. Amy helped Honey and I become a very successful team in the dressage ring, cross country course, and in the show ring. I could not have asked for a more perfect horse and am very thankful for all that Amy has done for us!"

Alice Smith (student/competitor)


"I am happy to have found such a great resource as High Standard Stables. My daughter, Jordyn, has blossomed this year under the direction of Amy Becker. Not only is Amy a valuable instructor, but also a fantastic and fun person. Jordyn has enjoyed her lessons, horse camps, and shows tremendously. Her confidence level has grown rapidly. She has shown marked improvement with her skills. I would recommend Amy as an instructor, to anyone, regardless of their level of riding."

Sally Carrier (mom of student)


"As someone who owns horses and has ridden/competed all of my life, I am so glad I have Amy to teach my children. She is definitely a step above your average instructor, and she has taken my children to another level of riding. Horseback riding is like swimming, when it comes to parents worrying about safety. Once your children can swim you don't worry as much about them around water, and once your children can ride you don't worry as much about them falling off. Amy has helped so much with the relationship my children have with their ponies through their experiences with lessons, camps, and her beautiful run horse shows."

Carmen Vegder (mother of students)


"High Standard Stables has provided Skyler with the opportunity to become a better rider as well as build her self confidence through lessons, camps, and competitions. All of these experiences have contributed to her strengthening her relationship with her horses. We are truly lucky to have the knowledge Amy has to offer in a safe, professional, and friendly atmosphere!"

Dawn Race (mom of student)


"I am so lucky to have found High Standard Stables. I have improved a great amount under the instruction of Amy Becker and have enjoyed riding more than ever. Amy's calm and encouraging teaching habits make lessons very fun and Amy's widespread knowledge of horses has helped me learn a lot."

Sara Roeser (student)





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