Horseback Riding in Kentucky

Riding Lessons and Training for all levels .Learn about the horse, care, and how to talk to the horse and how to read his response . Haltering, leading, grooming, tacking up and how to check saddle fit. Read your horses expression when you tighten the girth and how to help him stretch his body for a comfortable ride. Lesson horses are available at my farm or you can trailer in your own horse .I work on body position, breathing, movement and feeling . Lunge lessons both on the flat and over fences . Learn to long line. I am a Certified instructor with 48 years of experience in teaching, training, showing for many years. Riding is exercise but it is also about so much more . The horses are family.
I also travel to barns and give lessons or help with training. Contact me and let's see how we can get you going!... See More

Not many people can say that they learned from the best Professional Horse Woman in the nation. But I can! I spent 10+ years in her program. Her name is LYNN PALM No other clinician today can begin to match Lynn Palm's proven performance record as an all-around trainer, showman, exhibitor and entrepreneur with a first-class reputation. Lynn's accomplishments include:

34 AQHA World and Reserve World Championships
7 Western Dressage Association of America World Championships
4 "Superhorse" Championships (see more at lynnpalm.com)

I specialize in Private lessons, starting with lunge line lessons to improve riders balance, strength, coordination. For a beginner, this is the best way to start, because on a lunge line, the trainer controls the speed and direction of the horse. So that the rider can concentrate on the correct riding position instead of worrying about how to turn or stop their horse. It is the safest position for a beginner rider. It builds confidence early so the rider progresses to the next level quickly. This is how many of the top European Dressage riders start!

The "Elements of my Riding Instruction" include establishing harmony with your horse. I teach the rider so that they can learn and work with their own horse. I will teach you the "hows and whys" of aids communication, transitions, bending and lateral movement. Not"secret" training, that many trainers do, where you do not know how to ride your own horse! I like to establish a relationship with my students using positive reinforcement and interactive lessons. It is not "I teach, you listen". That is not productive learning.

So... it will not be a lesson where someone just says'' Heels Down”. Yes, heels down is a part of a correct rider’s position but proper alignment is so much more than that. My student will not just be “Riding on the Rail” either. Through the use of figures, cones, poles, obstacles or controlled trail riding, my students will learn to control their horse’s body position and gait. This in turn will improve accuracy for a dressage test, horsemanship or equitation pattern or jumping course. Creating a "Confident, Effective Rider" as well as a “Thinking and Feeling” Rider is the basis of my program. You will learn to feel your horse as a partner, not just sitting on top, being a passenger.

It is also a goal of my program that a student does not just become a “good rider” but also a good “horsemen”. The care of their horse is my utmost concern. So I will also be educating the student on Horse Care, Nutrition, Horse Health, Horse Anatomy, Stable Management, etc.

Thunder Road Stables is located 1 hour south of Lexington, KY and 2 hours South east of Louisville, KY. 22 miles south of Danville, KY. My riding instruction fee is $100 for an 1 1/2 hour lesson on my seasoned show horse. And $60 per hour if you bring your horse to my arena on my property. I do travel for lessons, clinics as well. Please contact me to discuss options. I would love to talk with you about your goals for riding horses and your specialized needs for you and your horse. Call or text at . or email Look forward to talking with you!!... See More

Private Equestrian Facility located in Jeffersontown, Ky. Boarding(Full Training and Pasture Care when available), training, lessons(English and Western), sales and breeding. Focus is on Dressage basics for all disciplines. Students with a strong dedication to horsemanship/equitation are welcome for trailer in lessons. Students have won from a local to national level. Trainer top 5 in the Ky ETS. 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012 EMM Trainer. MHF Tip Trainer. Student Top Ten Finisher in 2014 EMM TN Youth event. Email us FMI... See More

Horseback riding lessons for all ages and experience. Very friendly experienced professional trainer! Whether you desire to ride only for pleasure or have an interest in competing Tara can help you reach your goals! Tara is available to travel to your home or farm to train you or your horse or you can come to her and learn on her safe horses in a judgement free laid back atmosphere!... See More

Haven Hill Farm boasts a peaceful atmosphere for both horse and rider. We offer centered and balanced riding from beginning to advanced students of all ages. Our lesson program utilizes classical riding principles both on the ground and under saddle to strengthen both rider and horse, improve communication, and build a strong partnership between you and your horse. This form of riding is the foundation of all forms of riding. It will improve your riding regardless of your level or discipline. Lessons are offered year round during the day and evening. We also have talented horses available for lease to qualified students. Discounts are available on lessons when purchased as a monthly package. We have much to offer for the competitive or recreational rider.

We have a beautifully sited outdoor full size dressage arena with all weather synthetic footing. We also have a lovely WE or Working Equitation course. The WE obstacle course is designed for anyone that would like to teach their horse how to navigate trails, a dressage test, or a jump course and uses classical principles to do so. It is an extremely effective way to build confidence for riders and horses. WE is a very old sport in Europe and quickly gaining popularity in the states. Besides being a challenge to horses and riders, it's just plain fun! We also have a 50' round pen and numerous trails both on and off the property so there is no need to trailer your horse every time a trail ride is desired.

Our facility is conveniently located just off Troy Pike and the Bluegrass Parkway, 10 minutes from downtown Versailles, and just 25 minutes from the Kentucky Horse Park. We also offer boarding for your horse. We are proud of our program! Haul-Ins welcome with proof of negative Coggins!
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At Red Horse All Around Training we specialize in building confidence and having fun around horses. We offer many programs to suit your specific needs from show teams, lessons, leases, trail riding confidence, and even a group focused on Fearful riders! We offer year round lessons and training in La Grange, KY, with Professional All Around Western lessons and Hunt Seat lessons for the beginner to advanced rider, We offer over 15 show ready lessons horses which are also available for lease. We also offer haul in lessons, Performance Barrel Lessons with your horse, and are a certified center for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts Badge classes! Call us today to get started!... See More

Located on 102 undulating acres, WRF is a full care service facility. Lessons and Training in dressage and jumping, Boarding and Coaching at events.All stalls have rubber mats.90 X 200 outdoor ring, roundpen, stadium jumps and some cross country fences.Children and adults welcome. Beginners-advanced. Group or private lessons. www.windridgefarm-ky.com- PLEASE respond with email or phone number in comments/needs.... See More

Certified Horsemanship Association MASTER RIDING INSTRUCTOR. Let me customize a riding package for your equestrian needs.

www.SECarrEquestrian.com Please call or text my cell phone to reach me -

Private and Group Riding lessons available. Trail Rides available with regular lessons. Showing opportunities. Horse Camps. Working Student Days.
Horse Training custom for you: Part-time and full-time training available. Specializing in starting young horses under saddle. New Venture is Leadership and Business Development.

Currently accepting new riders in Northern Kentucky, beginner thru advanced. Many options available, email me -

Most experienced in Hunters - Equitation - Western Horsemanship - and Gaited horses. Teaching emphasizes the importance of patiently working in partnership and understanding with your horse. Follows basic pyramid training for good building blocks both horse and rider. Training and lesson packages available, email for more information.... See More

We are a full service farm offering riding lessons, boarding, and training. Full and pasture boarding available. Climate controlled tack room, outdoor arena, indoor arena, as well as a round pen and large turnout paddocks are a few of the amenities we offer. While we specialize in dressage, eventing, and jumpers, we are here to help all novice or beginner riders regardless of discipline. We offer lessons to beginners to the more advanced riders. Lessons are fun, rewarding and packed full of information. Not only do the students learn to ride, but they learn horsemanship/care of the horse as well. Children love Jennifer's teaching style which adapts to each student's abilities, speed of learning, and interests. We have several experienced school horses/ponies available or you may use your own horse. We offer summer camps, farm fun shows, other horse activities, as well as off the farm shows for the more advanced riders. Whether you are just looking to improve on your current riding skills on the flat, learn to jump or trail ride safely, or introduce yourself or child to riding, we are here to help please give us a call at .... See More

Picturesque private farm specializing in training and breeding Sporthorses. Horsemanship lessons offered. Dressage and Western Dressage lessons. We love working with students and their horses. Trailer ins welcome.

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Saddle seat riding lessons for all ages, 5 and up. Tiny Tots leadline lessons for ages 4,5,&6 are discounted off regular lesson price. Beginners to Advanced riders, for pleasure or for show [Equitation or Performance]. William Woods University graduate instructor with Saddlebred and Morgan background. Also work with Arabians, Hackney Ponies, National Show Horses, and Friesians. Driving, Hunt Seat, Intro Dressage or Medieval Gaming lessons also available. Western lessons with your horse. On site show horse lease for the rider wanting the same horse for the show season. Birthday parties anytime and Hay Rides in the Fall. Earn FREE lessons with referrals! YES! We DO travel to your location for lessons with your horse; small trip fee applies.... See More

Annemieke Buis is a freelance trainer specializing in classical dressage whose intention is to improve equine welfare through training horses and educating horse people in equine psychology and biomechanics.

She has over 18 years of experience in numerous disciplines including eventing, hunter/jumpers, fox-hunting, trail, driving, and dressage. She taught a series of international Master Classes on dressage, horsemanship, and equine bodywork in 2020 sponsored by Fundación Tequendama Horse Connection in both English and Spanish. She completed an internship in equine-therapy and trained rescue horses at a natural horsemanship farm near Mérida, México. She founded the riding school at Red-Wing Meadow Farm in Christiana, TN, where she taught horsemanship and riding lessons, directed summer camps, hosted dressage clinics, and trained horses for 7 years.
Her training is informed by a Bachelor of Science in psychology and further education in equine neurophysiology, equine myofascial kinetic lines, horse and rider biomechanics, equine laterality, hoof balance, and evidence-based bridle and saddle fit. Annemieke Buis takes a holistic approach on horse training that focuses on meeting the physical and emotional needs of both horse and rider, to enable the mutual trust and attunement necessary to meet training objectives. She combines techniques from several disciplines, particularly French classical dressage to allow the horse to thrive in mind and body and develop communication to cue and accentuate their natural movements.

In addition to offering lessons and training in the saddle, Annemieke always starts the lesson or training session with walking with the horse from the pasture or stall, grooming, and tacking up (if applicable), because the "training" does not exist in isolation, and even professional riders can unintentionally create or overlook tension in themselves and their horses before the ride even begins. Training involves every moment spent with the horse. One of Annemieke’s strengths is working with anxious and traumatized horses, in identifying the source of anxiety, validating it, and then holding space for the emotion to transform using gentleness, mindfulness, and positive leadership. She employs bodywork brain-based groundwork, classical in-hand work, lunging, liberty training, and under saddle work in almost every session to facilitate human and equine learning through many modalities.
Annemieke also has abundant experience training in hunter-jumper and eventing, using the fundamentals of dressage as the foundation for over-fences work to ensure proper balance and subtle, yet clear communication. Many of her clients are also western pleasure and trail riders, as the fundamentals of classical dressage improve the health and happiness of all horses, no matter their lifestyle.

Annemieke also offers therapeutic horsemanship and horseback riding lessons, which are lessons that are adjusted to meet the needs of people with physical or mental health challenges or disabilities. She is committed to providing accessible lessons and training sessions to all levels in both English and Spanish. Annemieke currently travels around central and northern Kentucky to teach lessons and train horses, and nationwide to teach clinics.... See More

At Fantasia Farm, lessons are available to everyone from the first-timer to the most advanced. Our youngest student has been two; our oldest student has been seventy-six. Students are given the opportunity to choose from the many forms of riding such as Western, Huntseat, and Saddleseat. The price for lessons is $35 for private lessons. Lessons last an hour and are generally divided into three sections. Students learn to groom and tack their horse, then ride for 30 minutes, then untack and cool down the horse.... See More

COWBOY UP KENTUCKY! We do horseback riding by the hour and by the day! We can also do personalized horseback riding vacations using both Gaited and Walk-Trot horses. If you don't know the difference between the two types of horses, please visit our website to get further information.

We can provide you or your party with horseback riding parties and vacations in Benton Kentucky and in Southern Illinois. We will be happy to take you for a long ride through the Land between the lakes horseback riding trails, through the Benton Bottoms on the reserve, or in Southern Illinois in the great Shawnee National Forest!

Should you like a lesson or two before you make the leap into an all day ride, we can help you with that as well. Lessons are 30.00 per hour for basic instructions either in Benton or in Ballard county just one mile from the McCracken County line in Paducah.

Please see our Website at www.cowboyupky.com and contact us if we can make your outing a special event you will remember!

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At Crumpler Stables, we provide both saddle seat lessons and training! We are ready to take you to whatever level of riding you are hoping to achieve. Horseback riding a great activity for the family, offering lessons from child to adult. Academy shows available to those who may not yet own a horse or their is the ability to show to the National and World's shows for the American Saddlebred, Hackney pony & roadster horses, but not limited to these only. Emily West, instructor, graduated from William Woods University with a bachelor's degree in Equestrian Science. She's grown up in the business and loves spreading the joy of learning how to ride with all. Come and claim your dreams with Crumpler Stables!... See More