Valkyrie Equestrian Center is a high level training and showing community located in Granby, Connecticut. Strong value is placed upon the unique relationship of every horse and rider. Not all equestrians share the same goals, but we all wish to continue to grow and learn. At Valkyrie Equestrian Center trail riders along with those seeking a National Championship title are given the highest level of support from a dedicated and well educated team of professionals.
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IEA Team
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Valkyrie has been a member of IEA (Interscholastic Equestrian Association) since 2011 and has both High School and Middle School teams for riders in Grades 6 - 12. Team Membership is open to all riders who are in grades 6 - 12. Riders are required to participate in a team practice weekly. All team riders must join the IEA.
Facilities
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Located in the scenic rolling hills of New England, Valkyrie Equestrian Center enjoys an idyllic setting for equine enthusiasts. Open seven days a week from 7am until 9pm. A popular three-season activity for boarders is trail riding in the adjacent Mclean's Game Refuge and Salmon Brook Park. Horses are fed hay four times daily, and grained twice a day.
Lessons
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Valkyrie Equestrian Center's Lesson Program offers something for everyone. Whether a very beginning student or someone who has been riding and showing for years, there are learning opportunities for all. We offer private as well as semi-private and group lessons and recommend that students partake in at least one lesson per week to ensure consistent progress.
Summer Programs
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Valkyrie hosts small group riding programs every week from late June to mid-August, as well as during the April school break. Group size is usually 3 to 5 riders, ages 6 to 13. We have something for every skill level, from beginner to more experienced riders. Come for one week or more! The half-day program includes one hour of riding instruction each morning after grooming and tacking the horses for the lesson.
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