2025 Summer and Fall Session Dates Available Soon!
2025 Spring Session
Cost $480
2025 Spring Session - This session will begin on Monday, March 17 and run through Saturday, May 10. No reschedule dates are available for the spring session if we need to cancel due to weather.
Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding (On lead/Assisted)
In this program we teach basic riding skills which allow participants to work on balance, stretching, coordination, self-control, confidence building, assertiveness, and much more, all while having fun on horseback. This program is suitable for individuals of all ages and abilities with their physician's approval.
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Monday – 5pm; 6pm
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Tuesday – 5:30pm; 6:30pm
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Wednesday –10am; 5:30pm; 6:30pm
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Saturday – 10am, 11am, 12pm
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Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding (Off lead/Unassisted)
In this program we focus on more advanced riding techniques for participants who are capable of controlling their horse without any assistance. We still incorporate fun games and activites to learn new skills, and the therapeutic benefits of horseback riding such as: confidence building, muscle strengthening, stretching, improved balance, self-controll, self-awareness, and assertiveness are still present. However, participants must be willing and able to control a horse without the assistance of our volunteer leaders and side walkers. This program could be appropriate for beginners provided they have permission from their physician as well as the approval of the appropriate O.A.T.S. staff.
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Tuesday – 6:30pm
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Thursday –10am; 5:30pm; 6:30pm
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Saturday – 1pm
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Golden Saddles Senior Riding Program
This unique riding experience is centered around members of our senior community who are interested in getting back in the saddle or learning to ride for the first time. Our trained staff and seasoned horses will assist you in enjoying the pleasures and therapeutic benefits of horseback riding. (Volunteer leaders and side walkers are available for this program as needed, or requested, by the participant or O.A.T.S. staff.)
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Monday – 10am
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Tuesday – 10am
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Important Information
Registration and Payment is per session, not per class. Payments can be made by check, money order, or credit card. Riders can pay for the entire session or split the registration cost in two equal payments $240 upon registration and $240 before the 5th class. No refunds are provided.
O.A.T.S. does not provide make up classes for rider cancellations.
For more information or to register for classes please contact Doug Rohrabaugh at 248.245.1020 or email us at [email protected]
All riders will need proper paperwork, including a signed physicians release form, and their own horseback riding helmet. Helmets can be found at the following O.A.T.S. supporters: Arizona Saddlery, Covered Wagon Saddlery, Everything Equine, Tractor Supply Co
O.A.T.S. does not provide make up classes for rider cancellations.
For more information or to register for classes please contact Doug Rohrabaugh at 248.245.1020 or email us at [email protected]
All riders will need proper paperwork, including a signed physicians release form, and their own horseback riding helmet. Helmets can be found at the following O.A.T.S. supporters: Arizona Saddlery, Covered Wagon Saddlery, Everything Equine, Tractor Supply Co
Equine-Assisted Learning
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In addition to our mounted classes, our instructors offer professional development services and personal discovery opportunities. Partnering with horses through learning experiences relevant to life issues and authentic work situations. Horses respond to our behavioral patterns, providing us with honest and clear feedback about our current strengths and areas for positive change. This program is groundwork based and not a riding program. For more information please contact our office at 248.245.1020
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Homeschool Programs
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Fridays at the Farm
At the OATS homeschool Fridays at the Farm program, parents learn with their children through engaging, hands on experiences. Learners of all ages and abilities engage directly with the animals while learning about their lives, care, habitats, and more. Each week focuses on a different animal from various birds, to cows, and yes, our horses, too! The learning activities engage brains and bodies as learners experience life on a farm. Learners will also get to create a craft to remember their learning. The sessions are taught by a Mr. Doug, OATS's executive director and animal expert, and Dr. Kendra, veteran homeschool mom with a PhD in educational psychology and long-time OATS volunteer. Special guest, Keeley will help with groups and crafts, too! Fridays at the Farm registration for October 2025 is now open! https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjM0NDQ4 Single week registration: $15; Siblings on single: $10; 4-week: $50; 5-week (ride and party included): $75 (only 2 spots available). Email: [email protected] with questions! |
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Drop-off program
We heard you! Several homeschool families have inquired about a potential drop-off program at OATS. We are gauging interest with a survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH4B4CseuxQ4vahmFsxIE_5rQdZONu1lI5r2gWDhLdXFZwdA/viewform?usp=header
Please let us know if your 8-18 year old wants to engage with our animals, learn about animal farms, and get hands on experience with the farm. Learners would earn a certificate of completion and list of learned skills. Those over 15 will also learn about machine use and repairs. We need 10 friends to join us in order to run this program. The cost will be $100/week and can be split into monthly payments.
We heard you! Several homeschool families have inquired about a potential drop-off program at OATS. We are gauging interest with a survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH4B4CseuxQ4vahmFsxIE_5rQdZONu1lI5r2gWDhLdXFZwdA/viewform?usp=header
Please let us know if your 8-18 year old wants to engage with our animals, learn about animal farms, and get hands on experience with the farm. Learners would earn a certificate of completion and list of learned skills. Those over 15 will also learn about machine use and repairs. We need 10 friends to join us in order to run this program. The cost will be $100/week and can be split into monthly payments.
School Field Trips
Did you know OATS does school field trips? Use this link to share your school with OATS, so we can get a trip scheduled: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1n_e_9onjb4YIzaz0CvAJM8HR6trmj-VgIasTP5dAfZA/edit
On an OATS school field trip, your class will engage directly with the OATS family of animals while you learn about their lives, care, and what a real farm looks like. Take a walk through our wooded trail while you learn about what our horses do for their riders. Or play on the goat playground while you learn about how to care for goat hooves and how they are different from horse hooves. Feed grass to our Angus cow friends while you learn about why they only have lower teeth! And learn how to groom donkeys while you learn about their important role on the farm. Your school friends will want to hear all about walking chickens, and riding Potato, the best roping horse in the land!
On an OATS school field trip, your class will engage directly with the OATS family of animals while you learn about their lives, care, and what a real farm looks like. Take a walk through our wooded trail while you learn about what our horses do for their riders. Or play on the goat playground while you learn about how to care for goat hooves and how they are different from horse hooves. Feed grass to our Angus cow friends while you learn about why they only have lower teeth! And learn how to groom donkeys while you learn about their important role on the farm. Your school friends will want to hear all about walking chickens, and riding Potato, the best roping horse in the land!
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