Q2 2024/25 New Rider Assessment Booking Form

At Wheatland Farm, new riders begin with a comprehensive lesson assessment to ensure a safe and tailored experience. Our instructors evaluate riders' current abilities, goals, and any accommodations needed, focusing on balance, coordination, and comfort on horseback. Though most assessments are conducted on horseback, sometimes instructors will opt to evaluate a rider using our Equicizer, "Stix", to provide an assessment. Following the assessment, riders are offered a place in either group lessons with peers of similar skill levels or in private half-hour lessons for absolute beginners or individuals with disabilities, depending on need, and availability of lesson spaces.

Our lesson program operates on a quarterly basis, aligned with the Loudoun County Public Schools' academic year, offering approximately nine lessons per quarter. Most riders opt for one lesson per week, and all lessons are provided on a "use it or lose it" basis, meaning missed lessons are not carried forward to ensure consistency in training. We offer a variety of lessons, including therapeutic riding for individuals with disabilities, para equestrian training, and inclusive lessons for community riders without disabilities.

Wheatland Farm is proud to be a USEF Center of Excellence for International Para Dressage, offering world-class training opportunities. We are also a fully licensed United States Pony Club Riding Center, fostering young equestrians in a supportive and educational environment. Notably, Wheatland Farm is one of the few equestrian centers in the nation to have hosted a qualifier for the World Equestrian Games for the U.S. Para Dressage Team. Our program emphasizes skill-building, safety, and community, creating an inclusive space for riders of all abilities. We look forward to welcoming you!

Applicant name *

First NameLast Name

Has applicant reached the age of majority in the state of Virginia (16 years)*

YesNo

Date of Birth - Applicants must be at least 5yrs old for traditional or adaptive riding lessons.*

Height*

Weight*

Program applicant is to be assessed for*

Has applicant ridden in the past?*

If "Yes", please let us know the level of their experience and what type of riding they have done.

Does applicant have a disability?*

Wheatland Farm has a strict weight limit of 180lbs for participants, for their safety, and for the safety of our horses and volunteers. Thank you for your understanding.

If "Yes", please describe disability including any adaptive devices required for daily living and mobility.

Does applicant have mobility challenges that would require the use of an electric lift to mount the horse?

If you selected "yes" for the applicant disability question, please review the attached Contraindicatons document as well as have your physician complete the Physician Referral form. Physician referral form should be brought with you to the scheduled assessment.

Services applicant is currently receiving*

Does applicant have a Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) in place?*

YesNo

If Yes, please explain behaviors *

Parent Name (for minors)*

First NameLast Name

Parent Email (for minors)*

example@example.com

Parent Mobile Phone Number *

Area CodePhone Number

Please let us know a few good days and times to visit for an assessment. Please note, we are closed on Sundays.

Which lesson option do you prefer?

30min private60min group - riders who can ride at the walk independently60min private - advanced riders only

How did you hear about Wheatland Farm?

Signature*

Before an assessment can be booked, we must have the electronic liability waiver completed.

When you hit the "submit" button below, you will be redirected to our sign-up for our next assessment day. Choose an appointment time that suits you, and we look forward to meeting you!

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