The Academy

TCS Academy is a lesson program for kids aged 5-12 years old to learn how to ride! In this program, the barn supplies the ponies and the children can come for lessons once or twice a week. We pride ourselves on developing a strong foundation for new riders. Our program is centered on fun and education. Students learn proper safety on and around the horses as well as learning correct technique and skills from day one.

Instructors:

Julia Granzow: Julia is the director of our lesson program. She is a lifelong equestrian and can put a smile on any kid's face. Her enthusiasm for teaching makes her the perfect person to start a riding career. Julia handles a strong majority of the teaching in the academy program. Linda Roukis: Linda has over 50 years of teaching experience. She had a distinguished riding career and offers of wealth of knowledge to our young riders. JP Roukis: JP is the head instructor at TCS. While his time is generally spent with the students who graduate from the academy program into leasing or owning a pony, his foundation having run lessons programs offers a unique benefit to all our students.

FAQ

Hours: We are open Tuesday to Sunday. We have availably in the morning and afternoons Tuesday to Friday and offer morning and mid day spots Saturday and Sunday. Attire: We require a closed toed shoe and long pants. For riders coming regularly, we recommend riding pants or jeans, footwear called paddock boots, and a shirt you can tuck in. Helmets are provided but riders are welcome to purchase their own riding helmet as well. Cancellations: 24 hour notice is required for any cancellation. Only the instructor will cancel the lesson for inclement weather. Even if riding is limited due to weather, the lesson that day can focus on in-barn skills. How often should I come?: We suggest the kids come either once a week or twice a week. Any less frequently, the child will not be likely to improve. Arrival time: We recommend arriving 5-15 minutes early What pony will my child ride?: The instructor will take into account your child's size, ability, and the availably for the ponies that day