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| Cynthia Sabin on her horse, Val, with Marie Rhodes standing |
Marie Rhodes is certified with the Horsemanship Safety Association. Her riding program is dedicated to educating the Equestrian in all aspects of horsemanship with an emphasis on safety.
In her 30+ years of experience Marie has:
- Headed the horsemanship program at Action Acres, later known as Miami Lakes Academy, for 15 years.
- Trained in Dressage for 6 years.
- Managed BryQuin Farm, home of Pegasso de Miss Colombia 1994 National Champion Classic Fino 4 years.
- Published training articles in the Paso Fino Horse World, the international magazine for the Paso Fino horse.
- Instructor at White Star Farms 10 years (and will continue) as well as the addition of Rhodes Riding Academy for the past 3 years.
PROGRAM-ages 6 thru 80
The Rhodes riding technique teaches a balanced seat, basic dressage and most importantly, harmony between-horse and rider. You will start from the ground up, first with safely leading, grooming, saddling. Riders learn at their own pace, with patience, patience, and more patience.
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| Samantha Guthrie on Zodiac- practicing mounting on off side |
ADVANCED RIDERS
Marie specializes in helping riders work out problems with their horses. It takes skill, a trained eye, good communication techniques and years of experience to make an exceptional rider. Your horse or ours, your eyes will open to a new level of oneness with your horse.
GOALS
Many adults desire to be comfortable with the horse, relax and have the skills to enjoy an occasional trail ride. For some youth (as well as adults) the goal is to be a highly skilled rider, possibly to enter the show ring. Rhodes Riding Academy will taper our program to fit the rider.
CAMP
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| Cynthia riding Val |
In addition to riding, games, art and just plain fun, campers maintain total care of their horse and equipment. We hope to give riders the feel of the degree of commitment it takes to own a horse. All counselors have been riding with Marie Rhodes a minimum of 2 years. The camp ratio is 1 counselor to 3 campers.
THE PASO FINO
Experienced in a wide variety of disciplines and breeds, Marie Rhodes specializes in the Paso Fino. Known for their smooth riding gaits, the Paso Fino is enjoyable for riders of all ages.
BOARDING
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| Al Avila riding Ensueño |
Rhodes Academy is located at Thompson Park Stables, 5 minutes off the Florida Turnpike and one block south of Eureka Drive. We offer full or partial board, a lighted riding ring, round pen; cool, airy box or paddock stalls, and lots of shade trees. Trails are available nearby.
ON PARENT-TEACHER WORK DAYS we offer a one day camp!
PRICING
$50 per hour
Save money with a package 5 hours for $200
$30 per half hour
4 half hour sessions for $100