“My four-year old daughter has the pleasure of taking lessons with Bethany, and was able to start at age 3!  My daughter is absolutely thrilled every time she has a lesson, and is sad to leave every time it is over.  Bethany has a special way not only with the horses, but also her students, and it shows in both.  It is a privilege to have someone as outstanding as Bethany teaching lessons right here in the back country, and we highly recommend her to everyone.  We especially appreciate that Bethany includes our daughter in caring for the horse as well, not just riding, and she comes out after every lesson beaming (and eager to have a horse of her own!).  We are grateful our daughter is fortunate enough to have lessons with such a great teacher and to learn so much about the joys of being around horses at such a young age.  Bethany has given her and us a great gift.”

Elizabeth Brady,
Pine Valley, CA
Child Began Lessons in 2008

“My 8-year-old son has taken riding lessons with Bethany Pappani over the last year.  Even though we have not been able to have a consistent riding lesson date, each time my son goes he learns more about horses, riding and develops confidence in himself through his interactions with the horse.  The time spent outdoors and just having fun is invaluable.  Bethany is patience, kind and gives him the opportunity to develop his riding skills at his own pace.  Ryan asks to go and looks forward to the lesson.”

Linda,
Santee, CA
Child Began Lessons in 2008

“My daughter is 5 years old and loving every minute of riding with Bethany.  She is a wonderful teacher, very patient, keeping the material and length of lessons age appropriate.  Her teaching and training methods are calm and soothing for both horse and rider.  She teaches sound and weight cues to direct the horse rather than the use of spurs and kicks. After spending a few years searching for a gentler teacher with no luck i gave up my search. Bethany Pappani Training just fell into my lap and I am so grateful to have the opportunity for my daughter to ride with such a wonderful and caring person as Bethany.”
 
Rachel,
La Mesa, CA
Child Began Lessons in Summer 2009

“BPT has been a wonderful addition to my children’s (3 of them) extracurricular activities.  My two oldest (8yrs and 6yrs) enjoy the relationships they have made with their horses and I have seen their confidence soar since they have started riding back in 2008.  My youngest (now 2) enjoys the time on the ranch looking at horses and other animals and watching his sisters ride.  They all get excited for the next ride and time at the ranch.  Bethany, the instructor, really touches the children with her love of horses and the sport of riding.  We have thoroughly enjoyed the ride!”

The Parents of Young Riders,
Kayle 8, Sienna 6, & Jacob 2,
San Diego, CA
Children Began Lessons in 2008