Questions parents ask before the first lesson

How much are pony lessons in Winter Garden?

At Teranga Stables a First Pony Lesson is $60 for 30 minutes. After that, a private 45-minute lesson is $100, or a weekly membership starts at $297 a month, about $69 a lesson.

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What age can children start horseback riding?

We take riders from age 3. At 3 the lesson is groundwork, brushing and leading, and riding comes as they are ready. Most children are riding at a walk by 5 or 6.

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Are horseback riding lessons safe for a nervous child?

Every lesson is private, the ponies are chosen for small riders, helmets are provided, and the first lesson starts on the ground so nothing happens before your child is ready. Nervous kids are usually the ones who fall hardest for it.

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Do you accept PEP or FES-UA scholarship reimbursement?

Yes. You get an itemized receipt for every lesson to submit for reimbursement. We do not file the claim for you.

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Where is Teranga Stables located?

16434 Davenport Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787, minutes from Horizon West and Windermere.

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What should my child wear?

Long pants and closed-toe shoes. Sneakers are fine for a first lesson. We provide the helmet. Bring water.

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Can parents watch?

Yes. A parent or another adult stays on the property for the whole lesson, and you are welcome to watch every minute.

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Are closed-toe shoes required?

Yes. No sandals, no Crocs. A child who arrives without them cannot ride that day.

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What happens in rain or extreme heat?

If we cancel for lightning, heat, or wet footing, we text you and your child gets a free make-up lesson. We make the call the day of, because weather here changes by the hour.

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What if my child is afraid at first?

That is normal, and it is why the first lesson starts on the ground. Brushing and leading come first. Nobody is put on a pony before they are ready, and some kids do not ride until the second visit. That still counts as a great first lesson.

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Is the arena covered?

Not yet. Lessons are outdoors in our arena, which is why we watch the weather closely and make the call the day of.

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Where do we park?

Come in through the gate, drive down, and park. If GPS stops at a neighbor's house, keep going to the Teranga sign.

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How do memberships work?

A membership reserves your child's day and time every week. Pick how many lessons a week, check out online, and within one business day we reach out to lock in the slot. Billed monthly. Cancel with 30 days' notice.

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What if we miss a lesson?

Let us know at least 24 hours ahead and your child gets one make-up lesson that month, booked into any open slot within 30 days. Lessons missed without notice are counted as used.

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Can we pause for vacation?

Once a year a membership can pause for up to two weeks with a week's notice. No charge, and your slot is kept.

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Do we need a First Pony Lesson first?

We recommend it. Take the $60 First Pony Lesson, then join whenever your child is ready. Join within 7 days of that first lesson with code FIRSTRIDE and the $45 registration fee is waived.

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Will my child have a favorite pony?

We match your child to a pony and instructor for each lesson based on how they are riding that day. Most kids end up with a favorite, and we lean into that when we can.

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Is there a contract?

Yes, a short membership agreement and the standard riding release, both signed online.