Homeschool students walking with horses in the arena
Homeschool Program

Learning That Happens in the Saddle

Sommer North EC's homeschool programs give your student a structured, hands-on equestrian education on weekday schedules — combining horsemanship, animal science, and real-world responsibility. Students do not just ride; they learn everything there is to know about horses.

HS Basic homeschool students with horses
Level 1

HS Basic

Thursday or Friday mornings, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM  •  Limited to 10 students

Homeschoolers learn everything there is to know about horses. Our Homeschoolers Basic program teaches students all about horses, what they eat, how they think, basics such as breed and color, grooming, basic handling and care. Includes one 10 minute ride per student! Program runs for 6 weeks.

Schedule: Thursday or Friday mornings, 10-12
Next start: Thursday, October 15th or Friday, October 16th, 2026
Duration: 6-week module
Class size: Limited to 10 students
Cost: $240 per student per module
Age: 5+ years old
Parents: Drop off your child or stay and watch
Register Online for HS Basic ($240)
Level 2

HS 2

Thursday or Friday mornings, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM  •  Limited to 5 students

For students who have completed the Basic program and want more! This program runs for 6 weeks on Thursday mornings from 10-1 and is a continuation of the lessons learned in HS Basic, with longer riding time. Students have an hour of horsemanship and a 45 minute group lesson. Space is limited in this class to 5 students.

Schedule: Thursday or Friday mornings, 10-1
Next start: Thursday, October 15th or Friday, October 16th, 2026
Duration: 6-week module
Class size: Limited to 5 students
Cost: $375 per student per module
Age: 5+ years old
Parents: Drop off your child or stay and watch
To Register: You can register online below or talk to your instructor at the completion of your HS Basic program.
Register Online for HS 2 ($375)
Homeschool HS 2 students with instructor and horses
Young rider in the arenaRider enjoying time with their horse

What Your Student Will Learn

Horse breeds, colors, and basic anatomy
What horses eat and how they think
Safe horse handling and barn etiquette
Grooming, tacking, and untacking
Basic riding at the walk (HS Basic)
Extended riding time with group lessons (HS 2)
Horse behavior and body language
Feeding, watering, and stall care
Responsibility, patience, and empathy
Horsemanship knowledge through our curriculum

Ready to Get Started?

Register for HS Basic to begin your student's equestrian journey. Space is limited — next module starts October 15th & 16th, 2026.

Register for HS Basic ($240)Book an Intro Lesson — $80