Lessons and Clinics  ~ e-mail Joy

Lessons
  As a USDF Certified Instructor,  Joy:

• Uses a systematic approach of gymnastic exercises, working from easier to more challenging, to help rider and horse progress through the levels.
•  Combines riding work and theory explanation to make sure that the student understands the lesson and can continue to work on her own.
•  When needed, will ride a student’s horse during a lesson to help demonstrate a point and facilitate better understanding.
• Is available to discuss training issues and help to set goals with full-time students to encourage progress and a sense of accomplishment.

  Joy loves to teach, which is evident in her positive style, and enjoys working with all levels of students and all breeds of horses.

  Individual students may ship to Foxwood Farm in Charlotte, Vermont.  Joy will travel half an hour from the Shelburne/Charlotte area to teach individuals as her schedule permits.  She will travel further for groups of three or more.  Out of state or long distance students may board their horse in the area for several days of intensive lessons.  Contact Joy if you are interested in this option.

Lesson Fees

• Lessons at Foxwood Farm:  $80.00, plus a $15.00 ring fee payable to the farm for students shipping in.
• Lessons within half an hour of Charlotte:  $85.00
• Lessons beyond a half hour range:  $95.00
• All lessons are based on a 45-minute private session with the understanding that the student has warmed up beforehand.  Semi-privates may be available upon special arrangement.  A 24-hour cancellation notice is required to avoid lesson charge.

Clinics
  Joy is a very popular clinician and is available to travel throughout New England for full day clinics, primarily November through April.  Contact her directly for pricing.

Judging
  Joy has limited judging availability because of her own and students' competition schedules but enjoys judging schooling shows, especially ride-review-rides.  Please contact Joy directly for more information.