Equine Science Club — Ongoing Enrollment
Join us to explore horse care, equine health, and basic horsemanship! Led by Instructor Claire Oestreich, CTRI, ATRI, ESMHL, this unmounted course welcomes participants ages 8+ on a monthly, ongoing basis. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend at no additional cost.
2026–2027 Class Schedule
| Group | Day & Time | Format | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults 18+ | 1st Thursday of the Month, 7:00–8:00 p.m. | Classroom-based | |
| Children and Adults Ages 8+ | 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 1:30–2:30 p.m. | 50/50 classroom & activity | |
| All Ages & Abilities 8+ | 3rd Thursday of the Month, 7:00–8:00 p.m. | Activity-based |
Tuition: $350/participant annually (12 classes). Payment is billed quarterly and prorated to reflect the start date.
Monthly Topics
- October: Bones
- November: Horse Feed
- December: Horse Events Around the World
How to Enroll-Register at any time! You need not to have attended prior classes to join!
- Complete the online enrollment form
- Receive and return required forms from our admissions team
- Get your confirmation and class details!
Participation Requirements: Ages 8+, able to work in a group setting, able to use restrooms independently, and able to work with minimal staff support. Thorncroft is unable to provide a one-on-one.
Fee for Service: The annual tuition for Equine Science Club is $350.00 per participant. (February 2026-February 2027) The $350.00 covers twelve classes a year, one class a month. *Because our class fees are far less than our operating expense per class and, due to the number of participants we teach, we do not offer credits or make-ups for missed classes due to illness or otherwise, or offer any discount for missed lessons. Tuition is billed quarterly and prorated to reflect the start date. Payment must be received before attending the club meeting. Participants may not pay per class.
Questions? Contact admissions@thorncroft.org.
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