Club Rules, Policies & Standards of Conduct
1. General Conduct
Members and guests must conduct themselves in a calm, respectful, and professional manner at all times.
Disruptive, aggressive, unsafe, disrespectful, or inappropriate behavior toward staff, other members, guests, or horses is prohibited.
Harassment, intimidation, discrimination, verbal abuse, or physical altercations will result in immediate disciplinary action.
The Club reserves the sole discretion to determine whether conduct is detrimental to the Club, its culture, or operations.
2. Horse Welfare & Care Protocols
Horse welfare is the Club’s highest priority and is non-negotiable.
Members and guests may not:
Feed any horse (including treats).
Administer supplements, medications, or topical treatments.
Change or adjust feed, hay, turnout, blankets, boots, or equipment without explicit approval from Club management.
Only authorized staff may:
Administer medications or supplements.
Adjust feeding programs.
Manage turnout, blanketing, or veterinary/farrier schedules.
Any handling, riding, or treatment deemed unsafe, abusive, negligent, or inconsistent with best practices in horsemanship will result in immediate suspension pending review.
Members must immediately report any observed injury, lameness, or health concern to staff.
3. Riding & Training Rules
All riding must be scheduled and approved through the Club.
Unauthorized riding, lunging, jumping, free schooling, or training is prohibited.
Riding is permitted only on horses assigned to the member through the Club’s lesson, lease, or ownership programs.
Members may not:
Jump without approval.
Alter jump heights or courses.
Ride outside designated arenas or approved areas.
ASTM/SEI-approved helmets are required for all mounted riding, without exception.
The Club may restrict or suspend riding due to weather, footing conditions, horse condition, scheduling, or safety concerns.
Outside trainers, instructors, or coaching are not permitted unless expressly approved in writing by the Club.
4. Barn & Facility Rules
Stalls, aisles, cross-ties, wash stalls, tack rooms, and common areas must be kept clean and orderly.
Equipment must be returned to its designated location after use.
Horses may not be tied, cross-tied, or handled outside approved areas.
Running, shouting, rough play, or unsafe behavior in the barn or arena areas is prohibited.
Children must be supervised at all times and may not handle horses without staff permission.
Approved footwear is required in all horse areas (no open-toed shoes).
Smoking, vaping, illegal substances, or impaired behavior anywhere on Club property is strictly prohibited.
5. Tack, Equipment & Personal Property
Only Club-approved tack and equipment may be used on Club horses.
Members may not adjust saddles, bridles, bits, or protective equipment without staff approval.
The Club is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.
Personal items must be stored only in designated areas.
6. Guest & Visitor Policies
Guests are permitted only with prior approval.
Members are fully responsible for the conduct, safety, and compliance of their guests.
Guests may not:
Ride.
Handle horses.
Enter restricted areas without express permission from Club management.
The Club reserves the right to limit guest access, frequency, and privileges.
