Registration & Payments
Your journey begins here. Explore our programs, learn about registration, review payment options, and prepare for a meaningful experience with our horses. Organizations can also find information about professional booking fees for Valerie Steele.
Select
Choose a program or professional service.
Register
Review enrollment or booking information.
Arrange Payment
Discuss payment, benefits, or booking fees.
Confirm
Finalize arrangements before your experience.
Choose Your Program
Hearts of Steele offers equine-centered learning opportunities designed to support confidence, connection, and personal growth.
Youth Programs
Equine-facilitated learning experiences focused on communication, responsibility, and social-emotional growth.
INQUIRE ABOUT ENROLLMENT →Special Needs Programs
Individualized equine-centered learning opportunities designed around participants’ abilities, strengths, and goals.
INQUIRE ABOUT ENROLLMENT →Community Programs
Group and community experiences that encourage teamwork, positive relationships, and meaningful interaction.
REQUEST PROGRAM INFORMATION →Life Skills & Work Readiness
Experiential learning centered on communication, decision-making, responsibility, and transferable skills.
REQUEST PROGRAM INFORMATION →Getting Started
Before beginning a program, participants or their parents and guardians may need to complete registration documents and review program requirements.
Information to Prepare
Important Privacy Notice: Please do not submit insurance cards, medical records, diagnoses, payment card numbers, or other sensitive information through a general contact form or ordinary email. Secure submission instructions will be provided when available.
Understanding Your Payment Options
We understand that families, participants, and organizations have different financial arrangements. Review the options below and contact us with questions before making payment arrangements.
Private Pay
Families may inquire about paying directly for available programs and experiences.
Program fees and payment arrangements are confirmed before participation.
ONLINE CHECKOUT COMING SOONFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Certain services may qualify for FSA payment or reimbursement, depending on the service and the participant’s plan requirements.
Verify eligibility and documentation requirements with your FSA administrator.
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION REQUIREDInsurance Benefits
Certain insurance arrangements may be considered for eligible services, subject to plan requirements and verification.
Coverage, authorization, and reimbursement cannot be guaranteed.
CONTACT US TO DISCUSSProfessional Booking Fees
Organizations and individuals booking Valerie Steele for readings, speaking engagements, workshops, or special appearances may arrange payment for confirmed booking fees.
Fees, deposits, and any remaining balance are established through the booking agreement.
VIEW BOOKING INFORMATION →Professional Booking & Appearance Fees
Inviting Valerie Steele to your school, organization, conference, or community event? This section is for professional engagements rather than equine program enrollment.
Once the details of your engagement are confirmed, you will receive information about applicable booking fees, payment deadlines, and any remaining balance.
What Can Booking Fees Cover?
- Children’s book readings and author visits
- Conference and event speaking engagements
- Educational workshops and presentations
- Community and organizational appearances
- Other approved professional engagements
Booking Payments: Please do not send a booking payment until your engagement and fee have been confirmed. Secure online booking-fee checkout is being prepared.
FSA & Insurance Information
Have an FSA or insurance plan? Here’s what to know before requesting payment or reimbursement.
Using FSA Funds
Flexible Spending Accounts allow eligible participants to use pre-tax funds for qualifying medical expenses.
Whether an equine-related service qualifies depends on its nature, the participant’s circumstances, and applicable plan rules.
Before Paying
- Contact your FSA administrator.
- Ask whether the specific service is eligible.
- Confirm whether documentation or a letter of medical necessity is required.
- Ask what type of itemized receipt is needed.
Insurance Verification
Insurance benefits vary by provider, plan, service, and individual circumstances.
Before assuming a service is covered, families should verify benefits and applicable requirements.
Questions to Ask
- Is the specific service covered?
- Is prior authorization required?
- Are there provider or network restrictions?
- Is direct billing available, or is reimbursement required?
- What documentation must be submitted?
Please Note: FSA eligibility and insurance coverage are not guaranteed. Not all equine activities qualify as medical expenses or covered healthcare services. Final determinations depend on applicable plan and administrator rules.
Participant Forms & Documentation
Depending on the program, participants may be asked to review and complete required documentation before attending.
Registration & Consent
Basic enrollment information and appropriate parent or guardian consent when applicable.
Participation Waiver
Review of equine activity risks, participation terms, and required acknowledgments.
Emergency Information
Emergency contacts and information necessary for safe participation, collected securely.
Additional Documentation
Certain programs may require additional approvals, authorizations, or documentation depending on participant needs.
Required forms and secure submission instructions will be provided as part of registration.
REQUEST PARTICIPANT FORMS →Payment & Scheduling Policies
Before confirming participation or a professional booking, please review applicable fees, scheduling arrangements, cancellation terms, and refund conditions.
Any required deposits, payment deadlines, rescheduling policies, and refund eligibility should be confirmed directly with Hearts of Steele.
Registration and booking inquiries do not automatically reserve a session or event date. Arrangements are confirmed only after approval.
For Participants Using Benefits: Please confirm insurance or FSA eligibility before relying on benefits to cover program costs. Responsibility for uncovered charges should be clarified before services begin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I register for a program online?
You can begin by requesting registration through our contact page. Secure online registration is being developed. Availability and enrollment will be confirmed directly.
Can I pay with a credit or debit card?
Secure online card checkout is being prepared. Please contact Hearts of Steele to discuss currently available payment arrangements.
Can I use my FSA?
Some services may qualify for FSA payment or reimbursement. Eligibility depends on the specific service and applicable plan requirements. Verify with your FSA administrator.
Does Hearts of Steele accept insurance?
Please contact us to discuss insurance arrangements for the service you are considering. Coverage and reimbursement depend on your plan and applicable requirements.
How do I pay a professional booking fee?
First, request or confirm your engagement with Valerie Steele. Once the booking fee and payment terms are established, Hearts of Steele will provide payment instructions. Secure online booking-fee checkout is being prepared.
Is a booking fee the same as a program fee?
No. Program fees apply to equine-related participation. Professional booking fees apply to approved appearances such as speaking engagements, author visits, workshops, and presentations.
Do I need to submit medical information?
Certain programs may require information relevant to safe participation. If sensitive information is necessary, secure submission instructions should be provided. Do not send medical records through the general contact form.
Is my registration or booking confirmed automatically?
No. Submitting an inquiry does not automatically reserve a session or event date. Hearts of Steele will confirm availability, requirements, and arrangements.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
Contact Hearts of Steele as soon as possible. Applicable cancellation, rescheduling, and refund terms should be reviewed before confirming participation or booking.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Whether you’re registering for a program, exploring payment options, asking about insurance and FSA benefits, or arranging a professional booking with Valerie Steele, we’re here to help you understand the next steps.