I just wanted to mention the gem you have at URC! As a longtime horse lover, mother and grand mother of equine enthusiasts I have had and witnessed many riding instructors (certified and not). Few if any have exhibited the patience, love of kids and horses and expertise of Rachel, our grand daughter's Saturday and now Friday evening instructor.
In my experience, you either get excellent riders but not cut out for teaching or good riders that are bossy and too critical of the kids, usually because they think they are so good themselves. Many times it is evident they are doing it as a job. Rachel is one of a very few instructors in my 50+ year horse history that actually reinforces the the things the riders do best and encourages them to better their weaknesses.
In my experience, you either get excellent riders but not cut out for teaching or good riders that are bossy and too critical of the kids, usually because they think they are so good themselves. Many times it is evident they are doing it as a job. Rachel is one of a very few instructors in my 50+ year horse history that actually reinforces the the things the riders do best and encourages them to better their weaknesses.
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Boarding
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Urbana Riding Club is a premier facility for the beginning to advanced horse-owner looking to enjoy a range of English disciplines, as well as trail and pleasure riding. Regular full-care stall board rates are $575/month; contact us to discuss multiple horse discounts, horse conditioning, quarterly group and private riding lessons, RideShare leasing, fox-hunting, special events and clinics.
Lessons & Leasing
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We accept students ages 6 through adult into our regular lesson programs. Quarterly lesson options are currently offered on weekday afternoons, Monday - Thursday, and Saturdays. We do not require formal riding attire; riders must wear long pants and closed-toe boots/footwear with a heel. We have riding helmets to initially loan to students - all riders must wear ASTM-certified riding helmets.
Lesson Schedule
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Quarterly lesson program registrations will be accepted up to one month before the quarter begins. Re-enrolling students: please register not later than two weeks prior to the start of the next quarter to ensure your lesson program space and options. After the re-enrollment date, new student registration is welcomed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Leasing Information
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This program provides the fun of independent riding and horse care. Students in the RideShare program may use a URC horse to compete in off-site horse shows, when offered. The riding school has priority over the use of the horses at all times; Students cannot be guaranteed their RideShare horse during lesson times but alternates are always available.
Recent Events
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10-31-20 - Swan Lake Jumper Show - URC riders and horses had a great day at Swan Lake! Morgan & Sidney and Jena & Nyra were in the ribbons in large and competitive 2'-2'3classes. 10-18-20 - Loch Moy Horse Trials - What a perfect day for eventing! Our riders and horses included Maddie on Nyra, Ryley on her horse Swiss Miss, Stephanie on Squiggles, Anna on Willow, Bailey on Irish Crystal and Ravyn on Sunny (The Sun-Bun;).
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