The goal of the Madeira riding program is to develop confident and disciplined riders capable of participating in a wide range of equestrian activities. Hunter seat equitation, basic dressage, and principles of cross-country riding are integral parts of the curriculum.
Students enroll in the riding program at the start of each trimester.
Riding three times a week in the Madeira riding program fulfills the physical education requirement. Instruction in Hunter seat equitation is offered for beginning through advanced riders. Extra riding opportunities include hacking outside of class, competitions, clinics, and traditional special events like the Parent's Weekend Horse Show, Founder's Day Gymkhana, and Graduation Gallop. Stable News Competition Schedule Special Events Congratulations to the Madeira riders, who rode well, showed good sportsmanship, and had a great time. We finished overall third out of 16 schools attending.