Dress Code & Safety Requirements

All riders and visitors must be dressed in barn-appropriate attire at all times.

Required Attire:

• Closed-toe shoes at all times

• Long pants or jeans

• Proper riding attire that allows safe movement

Not Permitted:

• Shorts

• Dresses or skirts

• Sandals or open-toed shoes

• Excessively loose or flowy shirts

• Crop tops or revealing clothing

Additional Notes:

• Sports bras are highly recommended for female riders for comfort and support.

• By the second month of lessons, all riders are required to have:

  • Proper western riding boots

  • A properly fitted, ASTM/SEI-certified equestrian helmet

Boots may be purchased at Boot Barn, and helmets at Dover Saddlery or equivalent equestrian retailers.

Non-Compliance:

• If a rider arrives without appropriate riding attire, the lesson will be considered a cancellation.

• No makeup lesson will be offered.

• Under no circumstances will a lesson proceed if the rider is not properly dressed for safety reasons.

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Lesson Cancellation & Makeup Policy

• Same-day cancellations and no-shows are not eligible for makeup lessons.

• A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required to receive an excused makeup.

• Makeups must be scheduled based on instructor and horse availability.

Weather Policy:

• Lessons canceled by Tally Riding Academy due to unsafe weather conditions will qualify for a makeup.

• If you do not hear from us, the lesson is still taking place.

• Weather-related cancellations may occur with little notice for safety reasons.

Lateness Policy

• Riders are expected to arrive 5–10 minutes early to allow time for preparation.

• Lessons begin and end at their scheduled time regardless of arrival.

Late Arrivals:

• Riders arriving 15 minutes or more after the lesson start time will be considered a no-show.

• No makeup lesson will be offered for late arrivals.

• Lesson time will not be extended due to tardiness.

Horse Camp Policy

• Horse camp spots are first come, first served.

• Once camps are full, students may be placed on a waitlist.

• Camp spots fill quickly—early registration is strongly encouraged.

Deposits & Payments:

• All deposits are non-refundable and required to hold a camp spot.

• Failure to attend camp does not qualify for a refund or credit.

 

Parent & Spectator Policy

• Parents and spectators must remain in designated areas unless instructed otherwise.

• No interference with lessons, horses, or instructors.

• Disruptive behavior may result in removal from the premises.

Horse Assignment Policy

• Horse assignments are determined solely by Tally Riding Academy staff.

• Horse changes may occur at any time for safety, training, or welfare reasons.

• Requests are welcome but not guaranteed.

Behavior & Conduct Policy

• Riders are expected to treat horses, staff, and fellow riders with kindness and respect.

• Unsafe behavior, disrespect, or refusal to follow instructions may result in lesson termination without refund.

Liability & Assumption of Risk

• All riders must have a signed liability waiver on file before participating.

• Horseback riding is inherently risky; participation is at the rider’s own risk.