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Educational Programs
Overview
Maple Ridge Farm will be hosting learning programs specifically designed for kids ages 6-18.
Riders will learn safety, horse care, play games, crafting, teamwork, independency, and progressing their riding skills. Whether you're new to horses or have some familiarity, no prior experience is required. These programs offer a chance to learn, observe, and understand in a relaxed, environment designed to be both educational and enjoyable.
Program Policy
If your child is not wearing appropriate attire during the program, they are not allowed to participate in HORSE-RELATED activities.
A liability form is required to participate.
Offered Programs
Morning On the Farm
Summer Riding Academy
Morning On the Farm
Come experience what its like on an active horse farm in the morning! Each student will attempt and execute certain chores that are performed on a normal day. That could be collecting eggs, feeding all of our animals, and learning how to clean stalls.
A breakfast will be provided.
"Barn Rats"
Summer Riding Academy
Morning On the Farm
A hangout day at the farm! A summer fun program structured around the barn life. Participants complete barn chores up to an hour, while the rest of the time is spent with horses. Grooming, playing games, basic groundwork, or progressing riding skills either as a structured lesson or free-riding it all includes teamwork, strategic thinking, and responsibility.
Summer Riding Academy
Summer Riding Academy
Summer Riding Academy
Whether grooming, feeding, or riding, participants build meaningful bonds with horses while enjoying a break from screens and daily routines. Beyond the thrill of riding, this academy is in place to provide a supportive environment where riders gain life skills, make friendships, and create memories.
Barn Swag T-shirts are included.
Lunch is provided!
Program Dates
Morning On the farm
Summer Riding Academy
Morning On the farm
- March 14th
- March 15th
- April 4th
- April 5th
- May 30th
- May 31st
- June 13th
- July 11th
- July 12th
- August 9th
9am - 11:45am
$50 per participant
Dates can be altered.
"Barn Rats"
Summer Riding Academy
Morning On the farm
- March 14th
- March 15th
- April 4th
- April 5th
- May 30th
- May 31st
- June 13th
- July 11th
- July 12th
- August 8th
Noon - 4pm
$85 per participant
Dates can be altered.
Summer Riding Academy
Summer Riding Academy
Summer Riding Academy
- May 11-13
- June 8-10
- June 22-24
- July 13-15
- August 3-5
- August 10-12
Mon. - Wed.
8:30am - 3pm
$500 per participant
More Information
To help ensure the best learning environment, we kindly request parents drop off their children and return at pick up time.
Morning on the farm
At Maple Ridge Farm & Clearwater Arabians, we're passionate about horses and their welfare. We offer a wide range of equestrian services, from horse training to riding lessons.
"Barn Rats"
We offer a variety of equestrian services to meet your needs, including horseback riding lessons, horse training, and horse boarding. Our experienced trainers are here to help you achieve your equestrian goals.
Summer riding academy
- Participants must wear long pants - sweatpants, leggings, jeans, riding breeches - NO shorts
- Close-toed shoes are a must, boots or tennis shoes - No sandals, flats, heels.
- Please wear an appropriate top - No off-the shoulder shirts, crop tops, open back shirts
- You may bring a water bottle and a snack - Lunch is provided unless you wish to bring your own
- Helmet (We will provide a helmet if you wish to use one of ours)
To secure a place, a deposit must be paid in full no later than three (3) days prior to the start date. Registrations without timely deposit payments may be forfeited. Please note that all deposits are non-refundable, regardless of cancellation reason. No exceptions will be made. The remaining balance is due on the first day. We do not offer makeup days or refunds for missed days.
Our program runs rain or shine—we have access to an indoor arena to ensure all scheduled activities continue as planned.
We accept cash, checks, Venmo, and Paypal. We also accept credit cards and you can pay the deposit below with an added 3% service fee.
2026 Maple Ridge Farm Riding Academy Registration
Maple Ridge Farm & Clearwater Arabians
16890 Hawley Rd, Holly, Michigan 48442, United States
Maple Ridge Farm & Clearwater Arabians
16890 Hawley Rd, Holly, Michigan 48442, United States
Ready for a horse of your own?
We have officially made a page dedicated to some of our own horses that are currently available for lease!
Leasing is like a trial of owning a horse without the extreme responsibility and bills.
I recommend checking it out!!
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