What Is a Riding Membership and Is It Worth It?
Quick Answer
A riding membership is a monthly subscription that provides a set number of lessons, often at a lower per-lesson cost than drop-in rates. It's worth it for riders who plan to ride at least 2-3 times per month.
Key Takeaways
- Memberships offer 20-40% savings over drop-in lesson rates
- Bronze ($299/month) is ideal for casual riders
- Silver ($449/month) suits dedicated riders wanting private lessons
- Gold ($649/month) is best for competitive or very frequent riders
- Memberships include priority booking and additional perks
Understanding Riding Memberships
A riding membership is a monthly subscription that gives you access to a set number of lessons, often at a lower per-lesson cost than paying for individual sessions. Think of it like a gym membership — if you go regularly, you save money. If you don't, you're paying for unused sessions.
StoneCrest Stable Membership Plans
Bronze — $299/month - 4 group lessons per month - Access to open ride hours - 10% discount on clinics - Monthly newsletter
Per-lesson cost: $74.75 — essentially the same as drop-in, but with open ride access and discounts
Silver — $449/month - 8 group lessons per month - 2 private lessons per month - Unlimited open ride hours - 15% discount on clinics & camps - Priority booking
Per-lesson cost: ~$44.90 — significant savings vs. drop-in rates
Gold — $649/month - Unlimited group lessons - 4 private lessons per month - Unlimited open ride hours - 20% discount on all services - Priority booking + show support - Monthly conformation assessment
Best value for serious riders who ride 3+ times per week
When a Membership Makes Sense
A membership is worth it if you plan to ride: - Bronze: 4+ times per month - Silver: 8+ times per month (including some private lessons) - Gold: 12+ times per month or you're pursuing competitive riding
When to Stick with Drop-In
If you're just starting out and not sure how often you'll ride, drop-in lessons are a better choice. There's no commitment, and you can upgrade to a membership once you know riding is right for you.
How to Join
Membership enrollment is coming soon. Contact us at (832) 468-6226 or [email protected] to get on the waitlist and be the first to know when enrollment opens.