Every Journey Begins With Heart Whether you're stepping into a barn for the very first time or returning to horses after many years, we're excited to welcome you.
Ready to Begin?
Every Academy journey starts with Begin With Heart™. Request your personalized orientation and discover the Academy or experience that's right for you.
Every rider begins with our Begin With Heart Orientation, where we get to know you, understand your goals, introduce you to our horses, and recommend the membership that best fits your experience and aspirations.
What to Expect Your orientation is approximately 90 minutes and includes: ✓ Meet your instructor ✓ Tour the farm ✓ Meet our horses ✓ Discuss your riding goals ✓ Safety orientation ✓ Introduction to The Sunny Brook Method™ ✓ Hands-on horsemanship ✓ Horse grooming and handling ✓ Riding assessment (when appropriate) ✓ Membership recommendations
Who Can Join? Youth Riders Designed for children who want to develop confidence, horsemanship, responsibility, and riding skills in a supportive environment.
Adult Riders Whether you're returning after years away or beginning for the first time, our adult program provides a welcoming community and personalized instruction.
Future Team Riders Interested in showing or joining our Team Academy? We'll help create a pathway toward competition when you're ready.
The Sunny Brook Method™ Every member learns through our signature educational approach. Each visit includes: Horse Connection Horsemanship Mounted Instruction Horse Care Stewardship Reflection Because we teach much more than riding—we develop knowledgeable horsemen and horsewomen.
Memberships After your Begin With Heart Orientation, we'll recommend the membership that best matches:
Your experience
Your goals
Your schedule
Your age
Your commitment level
Membership options include: • Weekly Membership • Every-Other-Week Membership • Adult Membership • Team Academy Membership (Detailed tuition will be reviewed during orientation.)
Frequently Asked Questions Do I need experience? No. Beginners are welcome. What should I wear? Comfortable long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel. Helmets are available. How old do riders need to be? (Insert your minimum age.) Do I need my own horse? No. Lesson horses are provided.