Our Programs for Healing With Horses
Therapeutic Horsemanship
High Horse Hill is first and foremost a therapeutic horsemanship program, providing healing, strengthening and personal growth through learning about and interacting with horses. Lessons are available to individuals of all ages who may have a variety of physical, emotional or learning disabilities. We serve 1-2 individuals for one or two hour lessons, educating individuals on horse care, unmounted ground work, mounted riding and life skills education, utilizing games, exercises and adventures.
Hourly rate: $50 per hour or $90 for two hours per individual lesson
Package rates: $270 for 6 weeks of one-hour lessons; $480 for 6 weeks of two-hour lessons
"Riding feels really free and Katey makes it feel safe. Katey knows her horses so well it seems like she knows what they are thinking." B.B., Great Barrington, MA
"My son loves riding Katey's horses. Her ability to give clear instructions made him feel safe and comfortable from the beginning. Going there makes both of us feel so peaceful." J.B., Great Barrington, MA
"My kids and I have so enjoyed learning about horses with Katey at High Horse Hill. We have found a peaceful connection to these gentle animals (and each other). We have improved posture, balance, confidence, communication and listening skills. Katey is full of all sorts of equine knowlege and fun while focused on safety, always. Each week we look forward to our next visit with Doc, Angel and Katey." C.F., Becket, MA
Click Here for Therapeutic Horsemanship Information Packet
Hourly rate: $50 per hour or $90 for two hours per individual lesson
Package rates: $270 for 6 weeks of one-hour lessons; $480 for 6 weeks of two-hour lessons
"Riding feels really free and Katey makes it feel safe. Katey knows her horses so well it seems like she knows what they are thinking." B.B., Great Barrington, MA
"My son loves riding Katey's horses. Her ability to give clear instructions made him feel safe and comfortable from the beginning. Going there makes both of us feel so peaceful." J.B., Great Barrington, MA
"My kids and I have so enjoyed learning about horses with Katey at High Horse Hill. We have found a peaceful connection to these gentle animals (and each other). We have improved posture, balance, confidence, communication and listening skills. Katey is full of all sorts of equine knowlege and fun while focused on safety, always. Each week we look forward to our next visit with Doc, Angel and Katey." C.F., Becket, MA
Click Here for Therapeutic Horsemanship Information Packet
Work-Based Learning Internship Program
A 6-week program offered for 2 hours per week to groups up to 4 participants utilizing an agricultural environment to teach soft skills for vocational readiness and hands-on skill building for success in a variety of areas. This program includes individual goal development with measurable outcomes and regular progress updates. A certificate of completion is awarded for individual portfolios.
Rate: $480 for 6-week program
Vocational readiness: • communication • problem solving • work expectations
Horsemanship: • safety • equine health • grooming • leading • tack use/cleaning
Groundskeeping/Landscaping: • safety • raking • moving materials • painting • trimming
Gardening/Agricultural: • safety • greenhouse • planting • weeding • mulching • harvesting
Click Here for Work-Based Learning Information Packet
Rate: $480 for 6-week program
Vocational readiness: • communication • problem solving • work expectations
Horsemanship: • safety • equine health • grooming • leading • tack use/cleaning
Groundskeeping/Landscaping: • safety • raking • moving materials • painting • trimming
Gardening/Agricultural: • safety • greenhouse • planting • weeding • mulching • harvesting
Click Here for Work-Based Learning Information Packet
Women Reconnecting with Horses: Finding Your Inner Cowgirl
Be safe, be brave, have fun!
Remember when all you wanted in life was a pony; how every time you saw a horse standing in a field you wanted to stop the car, rush over and smell that special horsey aroma? Come and learn (or relearn) from the ground up the joys of spending quality time with our kind horses. Learn the hows and whys of horsemanship to give you the skills and understanding to enjoy the pure pleasure of the ride! Activities can include grooming, tacking, groundwork and mounted work.
Hourly rate: $50 per hour or $90 for two hours per individual lesson
Package rates: $270 for 6 weeks of one-hour lessons; $480 for 6 weeks of two-hour lessons
"I highly recommend the Women Reconnecting With Horses Program with Katey Grey. Her calm demeanor and confident, firm teaching style creates a safe, well guided space for practice. She has genuine love and respect for her well-trained horses, exquisite gardens and grounds. Thank you for the experience and for re-kindling my love of all-things-horses, Katey!"
R.P., Roxbury, MA
Click Here for Women Reconnecting Information Packet
Remember when all you wanted in life was a pony; how every time you saw a horse standing in a field you wanted to stop the car, rush over and smell that special horsey aroma? Come and learn (or relearn) from the ground up the joys of spending quality time with our kind horses. Learn the hows and whys of horsemanship to give you the skills and understanding to enjoy the pure pleasure of the ride! Activities can include grooming, tacking, groundwork and mounted work.
Hourly rate: $50 per hour or $90 for two hours per individual lesson
Package rates: $270 for 6 weeks of one-hour lessons; $480 for 6 weeks of two-hour lessons
"I highly recommend the Women Reconnecting With Horses Program with Katey Grey. Her calm demeanor and confident, firm teaching style creates a safe, well guided space for practice. She has genuine love and respect for her well-trained horses, exquisite gardens and grounds. Thank you for the experience and for re-kindling my love of all-things-horses, Katey!"
R.P., Roxbury, MA
Click Here for Women Reconnecting Information Packet
Farm Retreat: Equine and Organic Farming Experience
Relax, restore and rejuvenate at a serene therapeutic horsemanship and organic gardening farm in Middlefield, MA. Spend stable time in a calm, safe setting to get acquainted with horses and learn their healing ways. (Unmounted activity, covered shoes are required in the paddock.) Bring a picnic lunch to eat comfortably around the campfire with the horses grazing nearby in the orchard. After lunch, take a tour of the flower and vegetable garden and celebrate the joys of organic gardening.
Offered by reservation from 11AM-2PM; contact High Horse Hill for rates
Click Here for Farm Retreat Information Packet
Offered by reservation from 11AM-2PM; contact High Horse Hill for rates
Click Here for Farm Retreat Information Packet
Katey Grey, M.M., C.R.C.
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, 00055533
Licensed Massachusetts Riding Instructor, 1-06523
PATH Intl. Registered Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning, 6904970
PATH Intl. Registered Therapeutic Riding Instructor, 6904970
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, 00055533
Licensed Massachusetts Riding Instructor, 1-06523
PATH Intl. Registered Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning, 6904970
PATH Intl. Registered Therapeutic Riding Instructor, 6904970
413-961-9311
Email: KateyGrey@HighHorseHill.com
Mailing Address: 139 Arthur Pease Road, Chester, MA 01011
Physical Address: 139 Arthur Pease Road, Middlefield, MA 01243
Copyright © 2020 High Horse Hill
Email: KateyGrey@HighHorseHill.com
Mailing Address: 139 Arthur Pease Road, Chester, MA 01011
Physical Address: 139 Arthur Pease Road, Middlefield, MA 01243
Copyright © 2020 High Horse Hill