We made it through the sub-zero temps of January! I can already tell the days are getting longer. I’m sure winter is not over yet, but I hope the severe cold is done. Kudos to those who took advantage of the unmounted classes. Many of you have got several things completed at the level you are working on. I hear we have Blue level students now! I think that is awesome! Let’s enjoy the month that celebrates love by doing something we love with horses!
Robin
Valentine’s Party! Help us make valentines for our horses’ stalls. We have ideas, supplies and fun! This is a time for all of us, young and old, to enjoy each other’s company and share our love for these magnificent creatures. Let’s show our horses and ponies some love! There might even be treats for people, too. For all Greenbriar students and families.
FEBRUARY 15
Barn Buddies
11am - 2pm
Meet in the Office Barn Viewing Room
Valentine's Day Party
2pm - 5pm
In the Office Barn Viewing Room
FEBRUARY 27
Emma Frimml: Saddle Fitter to speak
on how riding affects our horses
5pm
Share your experience with us!
What is your riding goal for this year?
What has connecting with horses done for you?
We'd love to hear about YOUR love for Greenbriar!
At Greenbriar, there are countless small but meaningful tasks that make a huge difference in the lives of our horses and the smooth running of the barn. Often, these little details are overshadowed by more urgent priorities. That’s where our Horse Lovers step in and fill the gaps—they’re mentors, role models, and guides for our students both youth and adults who want to dive deeper into the behind-the- scenes work of horse care.
If you want a meaningful role in the daily operations of the barn or lesson activities, becoming a Barn Buddy is the first step! This program is a wonderful opportunity to build connections within our community. It’s a space where students young and adults can learn from each other. Together, we create a stronger, more supportive barn family!
Barn Buddy Activities: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Snack and Review: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Please sign up on the white board by the Saturday
before to ensure we have a mentor available for you.
Our next session is on February 15th at 11:00 AM.
Don’t forget to bring a snack!
Don't miss your opportunity!
A program for students aged 6-8 years of age to discover what the life of a pony is like. What does it feel like to ride a pony? What does a pony eat? Just how do you take care of a pony? Students will learn the answers to these and many other questions while participating in this fun, hands-on learning program. Imagine the conversation on the car-ride home as your child tells you about what it was like to RIDE A HORSE for the very first time!
Tuition for this program is $440.
The session is four weeks and will be held
on Saturdays 2:30-4:00pm in April.
MARCH IS FULLY BOOKED!
Click below to enroll the horse lover in your life!
Enrollment is limited to 4 students.
Saturday, March 22nd
Join us on a trip to Chicago on a Deluxe Windstar Tour bus and enjoy an afternoon of Medieval fun! This event is open to Greenbriar students and their families. Any students under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
When you enter the arena, you will be seated in one of six sections that correspond to the Knight of the Realm you will be cheering for. During the tournament, you’ll enjoy a four-course feast, be treated to a spectacular display of equestrian skills, and witness knights jousting and competing in games of skill on horseback. The tournament culminates with incredible sword fights and the crowning of one of the Knights of the Realm as champion!
The two-hour show will include a feast of chicken, corn, garlic bread
and tomato bisque soup along with a dessert and drink. The bus will leave Greenbriar at 9am to arrive in Chicago for the 1:30 show. We expect to be back in Springville about 8pm.
Adult ticket $135
11-18 years $125
10 & under $100
Payment is due by March 1st and is non-refundable.
The summer day camp program is designed to allow students opportunities to learn horse management as well as improve their riding skills. Four areas of information are covered at each level, these include: Riding Skills, Horse Handling Skills, Equipment Knowledge and Horse Health. Each level builds on the knowledge learned in the previous level.
All camps are $420 per week. A $140 deposit is required to reserve space in a camp. Deposits are non-refundable unless cancellation or changes are made 30 days prior to the scheduled camp date.
Summer Camps will start in June!
Camp hours are 8am-12pm M, T, Th & F.
Reserve your camp sessions now to save $40!
Use code SAVE40 at checkout!
PO Box 435 - Springville, IA, 52336
United States
+1 319-854-7115