Is this cheap?

Question

I am doing horseback riding lessons now, and I am considering this one place very close by that is 35 dollars for a group lesson. Is this considered good? Also, I don't have a horse so does this include them letting me use one of their horse for the lesson? Thanks!

Answer 1

Generally speaking a place that teaches lessons will provide a lesson horse to someone that does not have their own. The only way to know for sure is to check with the place you're taking lessons.

I pay $60 an hour for a private lesson with a certified dressage instructor. Aside from being certified she has also been to the Olympics and is currently #8 in the country. THAT is cheap.

I would say $35 is a little high for a group lesson but it has also been many years since I took one. Is a group lesson three riders? Four? Five? Is the lesson an hour long, half an hour? Forty-five minutes?

There are a few variables but in the end you have to make the decision. :)

Answer 2

It seems affordable... and i am guessing it does include a horse!

Good luck

Answer 3

A group lesson for $35 is OK. But what are the credentials of the person teaching?  Is this a real trainer, or someone who has ridden alot and suddenly decides to call themselves a professional?  You have to be so very careful these days. If the cost does not include use of the horse and tack, run away from this place.

Answer 4

thats about an average price, if SHOULD include use of their horse if you dont have one of your own

Answer 5

Hello!

$35 for a group lesson is average, a "cheap" price would be around $20.

All though our lessons are $45 for group and $65 for private for boarders and $60 for group-$75 for outside lessoners and we are booked full year round? So you are getting a good deal as long as the trainer and barn of a good reputation.

And yes unless it says "Boarders Price for lesson" they will supply you with a lesson mount to handle your capabilities. Have fun!! :)

Answer 6

It is not that bad of a price. I take lessons and it is me and one other person that she is giving a lesson to and it is 30 dollars. I also use her horse because I don't have one of my own yet.

Answer 7

Depends on the area, the instructor, is this an hour or half-hour lesson?  In my area $35 is about average for an hour lesson, but the horse is not provided at that price.

Answer 8

http://www.citidexli.com/466.htm#C467

Listings for lessons and horseback riding on Long Island.

Make a few telephone calls and see what they are charging.

Answer 9

I Would Think So.

Answer 10

I'm in NJ. That is  pretty much average for a lesson on a lesson horse.

What state are you in?