Equestrian Institute - Garrison Forest School, Inc.
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Equestrian Institute - Garrison Forest School, Inc.
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Equestrian
Institute
Where exceptional riders grow as athletes, scholars, and horsewomen.
The Garrison Forest Equestrian Institute offers competitive riders in grades 6–12 a one-of-a-kind opportunity: elite equestrian training paired with a rigorous, fully customized academic schedule. Students thrive in a program that values relationships, responsibility, and rising to the challenge—both in the ring and the classroom.
Program Includes:
Full board for horse or pony
Training ride
3 private or semi-private lessons each week during school hours
Dedicated program manager to oversee daily care, scheduling, travel arrangements and show logistics
One rated show per month (coaching/daycare included)
Discounted coaching/daycare for additional shows
Several weeks of winter circuit competition
Excused absences for horse shows
Field trips, speakers, and enrichment activities
Academic tutoring support (approved by school)
Fee:
$2,300/month
(
Does not include travel, lodging, or show entry fees. Students must own or lease a horse.
)
Program Guidelines:
Students must sign and uphold a code of conduct
Academic and attendance requirements must be maintained
24-hour notice required for rescheduling/canceling lessons
Students may work off additional show fees (first-come, first-served basis)
Commitment required for full school year; optional summer extension available
A Day in the Life:
Morning Classes:
7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Private Riding Lesson:
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Lunch:
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Afternoon Classes:
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Barn Time
(groom horses, hang with friends, etc.): 4:00 p.m.
"My time with the Equestrian Institute was
life-changing
. The number of skills and knowledge I have gained from the Institute is far more than I can count. By spending time with my horse, trainers, and friends at the barn, I have learned that riding is much more than being on the animal; it is about learning how to persevere, communicate, and build connections with the animals and people in the riding community."
- Lauren Eisele '21
For information regarding the Equestrian Institute, please contact:
Rick Harris
Director of Riding
(410) 559-3450 |
rickharris@gfs.org
Taylor Herzog
Assistant Director of Riding
(410) 559-3452 |
taylorherzog@gfs.org
Skip To Main Content
Equestrian
Institute
Where exceptional riders grow as athletes, scholars, and horsewomen.
The Garrison Forest Equestrian Institute offers competitive riders in grades 6–12 a one-of-a-kind opportunity: elite equestrian training paired with a rigorous, fully customized academic schedule. Students thrive in a program that values relationships, responsibility, and rising to the challenge—both in the ring and the classroom.
Program Includes:
Full board for horse or pony
Training ride
3 private or semi-private lessons each week during school hours
Dedicated program manager to oversee daily care, scheduling, travel arrangements and show logistics
One rated show per month (coaching/daycare included)
Discounted coaching/daycare for additional shows
Several weeks of winter circuit competition
Excused absences for horse shows
Field trips, speakers, and enrichment activities
Academic tutoring support (approved by school)
Fee:
$2,300/month
(
Does not include travel, lodging, or show entry fees. Students must own or lease a horse.
)
Program Guidelines:
Students must sign and uphold a code of conduct
Academic and attendance requirements must be maintained
24-hour notice required for rescheduling/canceling lessons
Students may work off additional show fees (first-come, first-served basis)
Commitment required for full school year; optional summer extension available
A Day in the Life:
Morning Classes:
7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Private Riding Lesson:
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Lunch:
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Afternoon Classes:
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Barn Time
(groom horses, hang with friends, etc.): 4:00 p.m.
"My time with the Equestrian Institute was
life-changing
. The number of skills and knowledge I have gained from the Institute is far more than I can count. By spending time with my horse, trainers, and friends at the barn, I have learned that riding is much more than being on the animal; it is about learning how to persevere, communicate, and build connections with the animals and people in the riding community."
- Lauren Eisele '21
For information regarding the Equestrian Institute, please contact:
Rick Harris
Director of Riding
(410) 559-3450 |
rickharris@gfs.org
Taylor Herzog
Assistant Director of Riding
(410) 559-3452 |
taylorherzog@gfs.org