Homeschool Horsemanship

Monday, Monday, March 30, 2026

Homeschool families are invited to a special hands-on educational experience at JL Performance Horses in Dutchess County. Students will spend time at the barn learning about horses, horse care, and life on a working horse farm.

This small-group program is designed to give homeschool students an engaging introduction to equine science, agriculture, and horsemanship basics in a safe and welcoming environment.

Two sessions are available:

Session 1
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Session 2
11:30 AM – 12:45 PM

Each session is 75 minutes

Limited to 15 students per session. 

Minimum Enrollment

A minimum of 6 students per session is required for a session to run.

If enrollment is low, sessions may be combined into one group.

Combined session time:

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Families will be notified in advance if sessions are combined.

During the program, students will:

• Meet the horses and learn about herd behavior
• Horse Grooming -  Watch and participate in a grooming demonstration and learn why grooming is important for horse health 
• Equine anatomy - Learn the basic parts of the horse and how horses are built for movement and strength. 
• Equine Vital Signs - Discover how caretakers check a horse’s pulse, breathing, and overall health 
• Healthy Horse Signs - Learn how to recognize when a horse is healthy and comfortable. 
•  Horse Feeding & Nutrition - Learn what horses eat and how farms care for them every day. 
• Discover how horses communicate through body language
• Learn what daily life is like on a working horse farm
• Photo opportunities with the horses

This experience focuses on animal science, agriculture, and horsemanship basics.

Pricing: 

$20 per child

$18 for additional siblings

Pricing applies to each child.

Children in stroller - FREE

Parents are responsible for supervising their children during the visit.

For safety around horses:

• Closed-toe shoes required
• Dress for outdoor farm conditions

Space is limited to maintain a safe and interactive experience 

Advance registration is required. 

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Questions? Call (845) 260-0962