Horseback Riding Lessons at Florida Agricultural Museum
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours per session
Fitness Level
Suitable for children with basic fitness; standing and light physical activity required.
Overview
Introduce your child to horseback riding at the Florida Agricultural Museum in Palm Coast. Weekly lessons combine riding with hands-on horsemanship skills, fostering strong bonds between young riders and horses in a supportive, outdoors setting.
Child Group Lesson
$175 - Weekly Riding Lessons for Ages 8 to 18
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of horseback riding with comprehensive weekly lessons that emphasize horsemanship and building a strong bond between horse and rider. Engage in grooming, ground handling, and riding instruction, with alternative activities during inclement weather. Join a supportive community and develop your skills in a fun, hands-on environment.
Weekly riding lessons with a total horsemanship experience. Grooming, tacking, ground handling, horse care, and riding instruction focused on building a positive relationship between horse and rider by developing confidence in horse and rider communication.
$175 a month reserves space in up to 4 group classes a month. ($165 + 6%) see dates below.
Make up classes are not an option for group classes. The lesson horse and time slot are reserved if the rider attends or not.
Single Classes can be purchased for $60 if a monthly package is not chosen and there is space available
We will ride in the rain. If there is lightning nearby and riding is not an option we will offer unmounted activities including: ground work, tack cleaning instruction, wound care, nutrition, show grooming & braiding, leg wrapping etc. In the case of a severe weather warning lessons will be cancelled to ensure student safety. I will contact each student for notification and alternatives. If we are unable to ride for more than one class in a 30 day period we will offer a $40 gift card.
Payment: An Email with a link to payment options will be sent before class starts. Full payment is expected before class starts for the month. If payment or some communication isn’t received by then I’ll reach out to you. If you want to discontinue classes let me know so I can offer the spot to another rider.
Classes Available:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays from 2:30PM to 4:30 PM or Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays (Beginners) from 4:30PM to 6:30PM
We start riding about 30 minutes after arrival. We can get your horse ready for you if you’re running late or can’t make it right at 2:30 or 4:30 for any reason.
September
Tuesday- 2, 9, 16, 23 Wednesday- 3, 10, 17, 24 Thursday- 4, 11, 18, 25 Friday- 5, 12, 19, 26
October
Tuesday- 9/30, 7, 14, 21 Wednesday- 1, 8, 15, 22 Thursday- 2, 9, 16, 23 Friday- 3, 10, 17, 24
November - Off Thanksgiving week
Tuesday- 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 Wednesday- 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 Thursday- 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 Friday- 10/31 off 3 classes 11/7, 11/14, 11/21
December - (Only 3 Lessons for $125) Off Christmas and New Year’s Week
Tuesday- 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 Wednesday- 12/3, 12/10, 12/17 Thursday- 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 Friday- 12/5, 12/12, 12/19
January
Tuesday- 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27 Wednesday- 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28 Thursday- 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 Friday- 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30
February
Tuesday- 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 Wednesday- 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25 Thursday- 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26 Friday- 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27
March
Tuesday- 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 Wednesday- 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 Thursday- 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26 Friday- 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27
April
Tuesday- 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21 Wednesday- 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 Thursday- 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23 Friday- 4/3, 4/10, 4/11, 4/24
May
Tuesday- 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19 Wednesday- 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20 Thursday- 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 Friday- 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22
Last Month Schedule Week two - Games Week three - Trail Week four - Lake
Cancellation To cancel the lesson package please send me a text or email to 386-365-6000 or Cheryl@FloridaAgMuseum.org
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Prep Time
Plan to arrive 30 minutes before lessons start to get settled and prepare your horse or rider.
Wear Sturdy Footwear
Closed-toe boots or shoes with a slight heel are essential for safety around horses.
Prepare for Florida Weather
Bring sun protection and stay hydrated during lesson times, especially in warmer months.
Check Weather Before Riding
Rain doesn’t cancel lessons, but lightning will; be prepared for alternative ground-based activities.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer
- Various wading birds in adjacent wetlands
History
The Florida Agricultural Museum preserves 19th-century farming practices and structures, linking the state's past with outdoor learning.
Conservation
The museum promotes sustainable land use through education and maintains habitats that support native wildlife in Palm Coast.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Riding Helmet
Protects your child’s head—mandatory safety gear for all riders.
Closed-Toe Riding Boots
Provides stability and protection while riding and handling horses.
Lightweight Long Pants
Protects legs from chafing and insect bites during riding.
summer|spring|fall specific
Water Bottle
Keeps young riders hydrated during outdoor lessons.
summer|spring|fall specific