We cater to what kids love!
English & Western Riding
COVID FREE ENVIRONMENT!
Featured in BOTH editions of the Hudson Valley News
PONYSITTERS Only at JL Performance Horses
From television and news publications to parenting magazines, our popular PONYSITTERS and other programs continuously make headlines and get glowing reviews! Click here to read about us in the Hudson Valley News.
Be Part of the JLP Horse Family!
National Help A Horse Day
Register to come to JL Performance Horses on Sunday, April 25, 2021 and celebrate National Help A Horse Day! Gates open at 12noon. Hands-on horse activities, LIVE demos, classes and fun farm Frontier Day games. Advanced registration required. All donated proceeds directly benefit the horses
2021 Summer Horse Program
Back by popular demand! Even better than before! More hands-on horse time than anywhere! June kicks off the Summer program and give parents the option to sign their child(ren) up by the day, week, month or the whole summer, including our annual Championship Horse Show. We sell out ultra F-A-S-T! Pre-registration required.
Horsemanship Merit Badge
We welcome all Scouting organizations, troops, dens and packs! Earn your Horsemanship merit badge here! Our instructor is a Girl Scout alumni and registered BSA Merit Badge Counselor for Horsemanship. She is an enthusiastic coach who has successfully led Scouts safely through the skills, rules and horsemanship academics.
Tiny Trotters
Our Tiny Trotters program started over 25 years ago, introducing young children and toddlers to the wonderful world of horses. Tiny Trotters is the perfect social distancing activity in a COVID FREE environment. Sign up for all 4 April classes and SAVE today only!
Earn Book Bucks!
Spread the word! April is the month to inspire stewardship You can earn Book Bucks at JL Performance Horses reading on the farm to the horses, ponies or baby goats. Best of all, Book Bucks can be redeemed on the farm for horseback riding or team merchandise!
Pony Pals
PONY PALS is designed with Homeschooling parents and child(ren) in mind. Homeschooling parents with children of all ages are welcome to register for this exclusive program only offered at JL Performance Horses. This is a FUN, interactive learning program set to run on Fridays starting April 3, May 4, 14, 21. Enrollment OPEN NOW! Want a different day? Call us!
Team PONYSITTERS
More than just learning to ride a horse! Our comprehensive equine studies program is designed for horse crazy kids! PONYSITTERS bridges your child's love for all things equine with their academics through hands-on, project based learning including equine nutrition, equine anatomy, veterinary care, stable management, equipment care, safe horse handling skills and YES, English and Western riding lessons and practice time. No prior experience required.
Horseback Riding Lessons
As the area's oldest riding academy, JL Performance Horses offers English and Western riding lessons for children and adults for recreational and therapeutic purposes and those with a view to compete. We provide show quality school masters to build your confidence and master riding skills. We are dedicated to passing on the tradition of excellence of good horsemanship and producing capable and knowledgeable horsepeople.
Pony Play Dates and Pony Parties
Best choice for Parent groups to plan a perfect play date giving their children the opportunity to explore life on the farm, saddle up for a pony ride and play in imagination station playground all in a COVID FREE, private setting. Better still, celebrate your child's special day with their own Pony Party! Or perhaps a real live unicorn party!
CIT Program
Great opportunity for older teens, young adults and even Moms to spend their time on the farm enjoying the great outdoors, fresh air and amazingly awesome kids who call JL Performance Horses home. There are many ways to share your unique talents at JL Performance Horses that do not require prior horse experience.
Memberships, Certifications & Supporters
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PEMF Therapy
Enhance your horse's ability to heal naturally! PEMF therapy is like a massage on a cellular level. Non-evasive. No sedation needed. No drugs. All natural, holistic wellness. Results are usually noticeable after the first treatment. PEMF can show you where your horse is sore, while providing relief simultaneously.
About Us
We cater to what kids love!
We cater to what kids love!
We cater to what kids love!
Our programs are geared for kids of all ages who love horses. No prior experience is required. You do not need to own a horse to participate.
We proudly maintain scholarship and financial aid opportunities and welcome your generous contributions to continue to do so. Please contact our scholarship coordinator to make your generous donation to the future equestrians of the world today.
First-Rate Course Offerings
We cater to what kids love!
We cater to what kids love!
As the Union Vale's oldest riding academy, JL Performance Horses continues to offer quality, community based, comprehensive equine educational programs.
Click here to view our catalog of programs designed for and offered only at JL Performance Horses.
Our Mission
We cater to what kids love!
Our Mission
JL Performance Horses continues to be dedicated to producing capable, knowledgeable horsepeople and quality all-around horses for show and recreational purposes.
In addition to our program menu, we host several equine educational clinics each year, attend various horse shows and participate in community and holiday events with our equine ambassadors.
Highlights from the APHA Western National Championship Show
Some of Our Fans, Followers & Supporters!
National Help A Horse Day
Dust off your boots and head to the farm! Fun for the whole family! LIVE demos, classes, hands-on learning and fun Frontier Day farm games. Don't miss your chance to saddle up! Sign up now!