Ox Ridge Hunt Club Riding Academy

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1 Ox Ridge Hunt Club Riding Academy Horseback riding for beginners and experienced riders alike should be fun and exciting! If you are new to horses hang on for some of the most fun you ve ever had. The ORHC Riding Academy is designed to give each rider an opportunity to enjoy, learn and excel in riding and horsemanship skills. As a new rider you will learn to mount and dismount the horse properly and safely. Learn movement of the horse, gaits, leg placement and improve your balance. Mostly, you will have fun! Horsemanship is time spent with the trainer on the ground handling the horse, learning how to groom and tack-up, all very important skills in addition to learning how to ride. Lesson Program for Juniors and Adults ½ Hour lesson Private $100 1 Hour Group Max.3 riders $125pp* Packages of 8 Lessons within 8 weeks ½ Hour Private $800 1 Hour Group Max. 3 riders $1000pp* *All Hour Lessons consist of Riding & Horsemanship. All Jumping lessons on School horses are maximum 2 All lesson series must be completed in 8 weeks. Leasing Program for a horse or pony is available. CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS A.S.T.M. approved riding helmet Jodhpurs, britches or jeans with half-chaps Paddock boots Collared shirt, no tank-tops No sneakers Gloves and a crop are recommended but not required CANCELLATION POLICY To avoid being charged, we require a 24-hour advance notice for lesson cancellations. Be sure to call the office at , please leave a message at least 24 hours prior to your lesson time or oxridgehuntclub@gmail.com. Riding Academy series are Non-refundable. Please be sure to complete and return the Lesson Program Student Information, the Application, and the Emergency Information Medical Release, the Photography and Press Release Information, as well as the Waiver to the Office. Thank you. Effective March 1, 2017 all terms subject to change

2 APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP IN THE OX RIDGE HUNT CLUB, INC. _XX_Riding Academy Seasonal Junior Associate Name of Applicant Date Home Address City/State/Zip Billing Address (if different from above) Home Phone Cell phone Spouse s Name Parents Names (of Junior Applicant) Date of Birth Children in Family and Ages Current School (of Junior Applicant) Business Affiliations of Applicant (or of Parents of Junior Applicant) Applicant s Signature (Parent s Signature of Junior Applicant) Signature of Proposer (for Active Membership) Signature of Seconder (for Active Membership) This application will not be accepted until the Waiver has been read and signed by the Applicant (Parent or Legal Guardian of Junior Applicant) and returned to the Office of Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc. Application Approved Date (Signature of Chairman, Membership Committee)

3 EMERGENCY INFORMATION AND MEDICAL RELEASE Name of Participant/Member Date of Birth Please complete a separate sheet for each participant/member riding at ORHC. Copies are available in the Office. Emergency Contact Relationship Phone Second Emergency Contact Relationship Phone Physician Phone Dentist Phone Allergies (including medications, bee stings, foods, etc.) Please list any medications you (or participant) is currently taking Medical Insurance Company Policy Number Phone The undersigned authorizes appropriate medical care as deemed necessary by emergency personnel, a physician or the medical facility providing treatment. As Parent or Legal Guardian of the above-named minor, I ask that every effort be made to contact me at the time of the accident or illness without detriment of postponing medical treatment. I have read and understood this entire release form and agree to it. Signature Date If Participant is under the age of 18 years of age, or is otherwise deemed to lack the capacity to execute this agreement, the signatory must be the Parent or Legal Guardian of such Participant.

4 PHOTOGRAPHY AND PRESS RELEASE INFORMATION Name Date of Birth Please complete a separate sheet for each participant/member riding at ORHC. Copies are available in the Office. Address City, State, and Zipcode Phone Rider s School Rider s Business Horse s Name (show name and nickname) Horse s sex/age/height/breed The undersigned authorizes the use of photographs of themselves and/or their children to be used in any and all ORHC publications, publicity, and advertisements. I have read and understood this entire release form and agree to it. Signature Date If Participant is under the age of 18 years of age, or is otherwise deemed to lack the capacity to execute this agreement, the signatory must be the Parent or Legal Guardian of such Participant.

5 WAIVER I understand and accept the inherent risks involved in equestrian events, horseback riding for pleasure, and in the presence of horses. Therefore, I/We freely and willingly agree to hold The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc. and its officers, stewards, employees, and landowners harmless from any liability for bodily injury occurring to myself, members of my family or my guests, as a result of my membership in The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc. The said hold harmless agreement shall extend to all activities engaged in by myself, members of my family and my guests, including but not limited to, horseback riding over trails and land owned by The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc. and/or its landowners. I/We hereby agree to release The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc., its officers, stewards, and employees, from any liability for any personal property, including tack, which is lost, stolen or in any way damaged. Furthermore, I/We recognize the obligation to maintain adequate insurance to protect against the loss, theft, or damage to personal property kept on The Ox Ridge hunt Club, Inc. premises. I/We understand that charges for lessons, programs, dues, initiation fees, capital improvements and facility fees are non-refundable. Additionally, I/We agree to the following if we board a horse at The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc. (heretofore, ORHC): 1.) ORHC agrees it will feed and keep horse(s) at its stables located at The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc., Darien, Connecticut. ORHC will do so on a month-to-month basis. ORHC will use its best efforts to: [a] feed horse(s) seven (7) days each week; [b] provide groom service six (6) days each week (excluding Mondays and holidays) 2.) Owner agrees that he will pay ORHC the fee for full board per month for each month the horse(s) is kept at ORHC. This payment will be made by the owner by the 15th day of each month. The monthly fee may be increased at the option of ORHC by giving the Owner at least thirty days written notice of such change. 3.) Owner agrees that its failure to pay all or part of any stable fee within 30 days will subject horse to a lien in favor of ORHC. This lien is in accordance with Section of the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended. The rights of ORHC as a lienholder are set forth in paragraphs 4 and5 of this agreement. 4.) Owner agrees that if he fails to pay all or part of the stable fee in any month, then ORHC may, if so desires, detain the horse until the amount due is paid in full. 5.) Owner agrees that in the event that all or part of a monthly stable fee remains unpaid for more than thirty days, then at the option of ORHC, the horse will be sold at auction. In the event of such sale, ORHC will give Owner at least sixty days prior written notice. This notice will be sent to the address stated in this contract. If the Owner wishes to change the address to which such notice will be sent, he must notify ORHC in writing of this change. The proceeds from the sale of the horse at such an auction will be used to pay the stable fees owing to ORHC as well as any fees incurred in the auction by ORHC. The balance of the proceeds, if any, will be returned to Owner. 6.) Owner represents that he is the owner of the horse and that there presently exists no lien, attachment or other security interest with respect to the horse. In the event that such a lien, attachment or other security interest arises, Owner will immediately notify ORHC of this fact. 7.) All horses leaving Ox Ridge must give 1 week notice and have account paid in full. The horse will not be allowed off property until all bills have been paid. Either Owner or ORHC may terminate this agreement by giving thirty days written notice to the other. However, in the event that any stable fees remain unpaid at the time of termination, the provisions of paragraph 3, 4, and 5 will remain in full force and effect until ORHC has been paid in full. 8.) This agreement represents the entire understanding of Owner and ORHC. No other documents or oral agreement between the parties will have any force or effect. 9.) I/We have completely read and understood the foregoing and fully consent to the provisions contained therein and furthermore I/We agree to abide by them if accepted as a member of The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc. Name (please print) Signature Date If Participant is under the age of 18 years of age, or is otherwise deemed to lack the capacity to execute this agreement, the signatory must be the Parent or Legal Guardian of such Participant. Witnessed by (Member of The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc.)

GUIDELINES FOR PURCHASING / LEASING A HORSE OR PONY Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Darien, CT Can I get a horse on trial at Ox Ridge? Sometimes a short trial period can be arranged.

6 GUIDELINES FOR PURCHASING / LEASING A HORSE OR PONY Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Darien, CT Can I get a horse on trial at Ox Ridge? Sometimes a short trial period can be arranged. This involves a reasonable risk to the seller and therefore, they will usually only let a horse go to a facility where the care and instruction is of the highest quality-like Ox Ridge. The pre-purchase exam should be arranged during this time. What am I responsible for during the trial period? The Ox Ridge Member is responsible for all board incurred at the Club from the time of arrival to the day of departure. Also, it should be clearly predetermined with the owner or his agent who is responsible for shoeing, veterinary care, insurance if required, and transportation to and from Ox Ridge. A trial can be fairly expensive, but almost always is worth it. Ox Ridge may require a health certificate and current Coggins test. To whom do I owe a commission? You are responsible for paying a commission on a purchase sale or lease to Ox Ridge Hunt Club who will pay the parties involved. The commission is 15% of the sale or lease price. Two checks are needed at signing of the contract; one for the commission, the other for the sale or lease of said animal. Ox Ridge Hunt Club, Inc. does not require any additional commission from purchases or sales by members, nor does the Club accept responsibility for any purchase or sale. Is Insurance for my horse available? Ox Ridge can provide you with the names and phone numbers of recommended insurance agents. Is it ever possible to lease rather than buy? Leases are an option, which should be orchestrated by your Trainer. It is very important to have your Trainer work with you to find the right horse for your ability, budget and riding goals. Now that I bought or leased a horse, what expenses am I responsible for? Membership appropriate level Dues Board Supplies Vet expenses Blacksmith Lessons Professional rides Medications Insurance Proper riding apparel Tack for horse Sheets & Blankets NOTE: A list of equipment and supplies that are important for new horse owners is available, in the office.

Membership Application

Membership Application Founder Active Associate Racquet Riding Boarding Member Riding Member (no horse) Lesson Program Name of Applicant: Date: Home Address: City: State: Zip: Billing Address (if different