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Lazy J Ranch Salisbury, MA

Centered & Collected

Our Centered & Collected Riding Program
 

An English & Western Dressage Journey for Mature Riders​

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Welcome to Centered & Collected, Lazy J Ranch’s signature dressage program designed for mature riders who want to explore or deepen their understanding of English and Western dressage in a relaxed, supportive, and family-oriented setting.

 

Whether you’re returning to riding or beginning a new chapter, this program offers a structured yet joyful approach to learning. Riders work with a variety of thoughtfully trained horse breeds including Norwegian Fjord, Quarter Horse, and Morgan—each offering a unique and enriching learning experience.

 

Truck-in riders are welcome! Learn on your own horse or partner with one of our versatile school horses.
 

Program Highlights:

• Tailored instruction in both English and    Western Dressage

• Focus on balance, rhythm, communication, and softness

• Weekly private or semi-private lessons with a licensed instructor

• Use of arena equipment like poles, cones, and cavaletti to enhance training

• Access to our outdoor riding arena and covered round pen

• Truck-in welcome – participate with your own horse or lease one of ours
 

Centered & Collected is ideal for riders who:
 

• Are age 20+ and prefer a calm, low-pressure learning environment

• Want to reconnect with riding or explore dressage for the first time

• Value clear instruction and relationship-based horsemanship

• Enjoy being part of a positive, encouraging barn community

Additional Opportunities:

• Participate in in-barn fun and dressage tests

• Explore groundwork and in-hand dressage techniques

• Set personal goals and grow at your own pace

• Build friendships and confidence, one ride at a time


Join us at Lazy J Ranch and experience dressage in a whole new way—where riders are supported, horses are respected, and every step forward is celebrated.

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Our "HorseSense" Curriculum

 

How is the unmounted progression structured?

Students work to master specific skills and knowledge in each of the levels, and receive recognition for completion when they are able to consistently demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills to their instructor.

In many cases, achievement of one level is a prerequisite for learning more advanced skills. However, instructors have more flexibility with the unmounted objectives, and can re-arrange or combine objectives to suit the circumstances.

For which students are the unmounted Levels appropriate?

  • students with no prior horse experience

  • as a review for students with some experience but new to your program

  • experienced students who wish to fill gaps in their unmounted education

  • students who are uninterested or unable to ride, but still want to interact with horses

  • students in a camp program

  • students who want help with barn chores in a volunteer or working student role

  • students who would like to pursue an unmounted equine career (grooms, health care, etc.)

  • parents and students who are considering leasing or purchasing a horse

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