Code of Conduct
Every rider and guest is expected to conduct themselves with integrity, honesty, and respect for the horses, peers, parents,
instructors, other riders, and all other animals on the farm.
Parents are encouraged to be a part of this in every way possible! We are always in need of extra hands‐ and it takes a
village! We will let you know of specific needs, however feel free to be a part of this experience with your kids. These are the
moments to relish and where memories are created!
Using Tucker English Farms facility and horses is a privilege not a right. If you get something out, put it away. Please leave
the barn in the same or better condition then when you arrived.
Please give at least 24 hrs. notice prior to not coming to lessons, meetings etc. This helps us to be able to plan and
organize.
Arriving in a timely manner is also important for you and it is respectful to the instructors and riders who do arrive on time.
No one may go into a stall with a horse or horse pasture without permission from an instructor.
Horses may be fed carrots, apples or horse treats but grain is fed at meal times only and can be dangerous when fed
improperly- so no grain may be fed unless direct permission is given.
Riding alone is unsafe (and lets face it, less fun!) – if you are participating in a non-lesson practice ride, a guardian must be
present. Once you have tested out to ride solo, you must still have someone present with you on your ride or in the arena at
all times.
All riders are required to wear a properly fitted ASTM/SEI approved helmet when riding any Tucker-English Farm horse or pony, and everyone under 18 must wear a ASTM/SEI approved helmet on any horse/pony. Equestrian helmets are different than bicycle helmets, as they are designed for impact to the back of the head, as opposed to front or side injuries which bicycle helmets are designed for.The majority of head injuries from horse riding accidents are to the back of the head. Also, wear a boot with a good heel to keep your foot from slipping through the stirrups. Not being able to get your foot free during a mishap is a terrifying experience and can result in the rider being dragged.