 Foxfield focuses on teaching hunt seat, the style of English riding that is geared toward jumping, but Foxfield starts its beginners in western saddles. That's because western saddles are bigger, more stable, and more forgiving to a rider who has not yet "found her seat." Beginners ride in western saddles until they can demonstrate control of their horses' speed and direction, and are solid on horseback at a walk, trot and canter. Beginners' lessons are held in Foxfield's Hitchcock Pen, and are offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 4:00 pm and on Saturdays at 9:00 am, 12:00 am, and 2:30 pm. A special lesson for absolute beginners is held at 4:00 pm on Fridays, and lessons especially for adult beginners take place on Tuesdays at 10:00 am and 7:00 pm. For even more information, new riders can check out our beginners' FAQ and Foxfield Big Sister Lexi Shaw's "how-to" on Choosing and Using Riding Helmets. To reserve a spot in a lesson and/or request a school horse, riders should call (805) 495-5515 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Saturdays.
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