JOIN US FOR HIPICO SANTA FE OPEN RIDING AND TRAINING DAYS!
(RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!)
- August 22 – 24, 2025
- September 12 – 14, 2025
- September 19 – 21, 2025
- October 17 – 19, 2025
Enjoy schooling on our all-weather footing and/or grass arenas on a schedule that meets your needs. From August through October, you can reserve an all-weather or grass arena for an hour or more on a designated Friday, Saturday or Sunday, between 9am – 5pm.
All riding disciplines are welcome! Whether you want to prepare your horse for an upcoming show or just acclimate your equine partner to a new and different riding environment, we are happy to welcome you. Jumping opportunities are also available and courses can be set in our all-weather or grass arenas.
Open riding and training opportunities are available to individuals, small groups (bring your friends – up to 6 horses at a time in an arena!) as well as to trainers wishing to bring clients for a unique schooling experience.
NOTE: for professional clinic scheduling, please contact us at 505-474-0999 for more information.
Pricing:
All-weather or Grass Arena: $50/60 minutes base fee; $25/each additional 30 minutes.
Facility/Trailer-in Fee: $15 per horse/day
Stall Fee*: $40/first night, includes 2 bags of shavings; $25/additional night(s).
Paddock Fee*: $20/paddock/day (1 horse per paddock only)
Additional Wood Shavings: $13/bag (only HIPICO shavings may be used on site)
Jump Options: No charge for up to 6 sets of standards and poles. Full course, $150.
*No trailer-in fee required for horses purchasing either a stall or paddock.
Sign up using the online form BELOW to request the date(s) and times you are interested in reserving. We will respond within 2 business days to review and confirm your request (subject to availability – reservations are taken on a first come/first serve basis). Or, just give us a call at 505-474-0999 or email us at phyllis@hipicosantafe.com. When emailing or leaving a voicemail, please include the date(s)/time(s) you are wishing to reserve, the type of riding you would like to do (flatwork, jumping, etc.) and the number of horses and riders wishing to attend.
Arena Rental Terms for Open Riding/Training Days:
Arena rental possibilities:
- Each arena may be rented for use at a set time per the Open Riding Dates, see above. Requests for time slots will be accepted using the online form below, or by calling 505-474-0999 or via email, phyllis@hipicosantafe.com.
- In addition to the arena rental fee, each horse entering the property during a reserved training slot will be charged a trailer-in fee, $15/horse. Stalls and paddocks are available upon request. See “Pricing” for details.
- All riders and ground guests must signa a liability release form, which must be returned/scanned to phyllis@hipicosantafe.com prior to arrival.
Reservations/Payment:
- Arena reservations must be made in advance – no same-day reservations or drop-ins can be accommodated.
- All arena reservations, to include trailer-in/stabling fees, will be invoiced in advance. A credit card is required to hold the reservations.
- Online payment is encouraged and full payment must be made prior to the start of arena rental period. Horses will not be permitted inside the arena without full payment.
- Cancellations/change requests must be received in writing at phyllis@hipicosantafe.com no less than 24 hours prior to arena rental start time. No-shows or full or partial cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time will be charged the invoiced fee(s).
Arrival/Parking:
- Each group or individual training reservation will be assigned a designated parking area for tacking, etc.
- Please plan to arrive no more than 30 minutes prior to the start of your scheduled arena reservation time.
Grass Arenas:
Grass footing is considered by many to be the best footing for horse sport. As it is natural, grass conditions vary depending on moisture, grass length, time of year, usage and other natural conditions. Listed below are a few tips for safe riding on the grass to help you have the best possible experience.
- Consult with your farrier to ensure proper shoeing for riding and jumping on grass.
- We suggest that you inspect the grass on the day of your ride to determine the condition.
- Ride conservatively for your first round on grass, to become accustomed to these different conditions.
- Slow down your turns. Your horse needs to be balanced when executing quick turns, accelerating and decelerating on grass footing.
There are many weather and natural situations that impact the condition of the grass. The staff at HIPICO will do everything we can to ensure the best possible conditions, but be aware that there are many factors outside of our control. With proper preparation, knowledge and equipment, riders can enjoy our grass footing safely.
General Information & Conditions of Participation:
- Each horse must submit a negative Coggins Test (EIA certificate) dated within one year. The negative EIA certificate can be emailed to phyllis@hipicosantafe.com.
- Each participant must submit a signed Participant waiver. Signed waivers can be emailed to phyllis@hipicosantafe.com.
- Jumping opportunities: Participants may adjust jump heights during their arena session. If a full course has been reserved, jump standards may not be moved.
| All-weather or Grass Arena | $50/60 minutes base fee | $25/each additional 30 min. |
| Cross Country Log Course (may be added to any other arena session) | $30/30 minutes, added to arena charge | |
| Facility Fee | $15 per horse/day | |
| Stall Fee | $40 first night, includes 2 bags shavings. No trailer-in fee. Additional wood shavings: $13/bag |
$25/additional stall night(s). Only HIPICO shavings may be used on site. |
| Paddock Fee | $15/paddock/day, no trailer-in fee | 1 horse/paddock at any time |
| Full Jump Course | $150 | No charge for up to 6 sets of standards & poles. |
