Horseback Riding in Mackville, Kentucky (Washington County)

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

Mary DeLima is the head instructor and owner of DeLima Stables. She has 30 years of experience working with Hunter/Jumper horses and riders of all levels. Mary teaches both children and adults on their own horses or on school horses owned by DeLima Stables. We welcome first time rides or upper-level competitors. De Lima Stables is a full service equestrian center, specializing in Hunter/Jumper and Dressage show horses. Lessons, training and showing are available to all ages and levels, from beginners to advanced. We have lots of lush pasture and a recently renovated 16-stall barn with tack room. A large lighted outdoor ring, cross country course, and ideal location near several trail venues make De Lima Stables the perfect choice for new students looking to begin their riding career or experienced owners seeking a quality boarding facility.... See More

Private, Semi-Private, and Group Lessons are available for children and adults. Hunters/jumpers and hunt seat equitation training are available.

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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 Peel Stables, we offer riding lessons, boarding, and training. We specialize in American Saddlebreds and Hackney Ponies.

Four Star Equestrian is a complete horse training and boarding facility in the heart of Kentucky horse country. Our goal is to provide the best horseback riding instruction tailored to the individual horse and rider, while providing quality care for our equine residents.... See More

Rea Quarter Horses of Shelbyville provides training for your horse and instruction for the rider. Barbara Rea has trained both horses and riders for over 30 years. She enjoys helping riders develop their skills while riding in a safe and enjoyable environment. Her son, Rusty, enjoys starting the young horses and developing their potential for either the show ring or a quiet pleasure riding mount. Rusty is also the coach of the University of Louisville Western Equestrian Team.... 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

I use Visualization and Centered riding techniques to teach the rider to become more aware and effective in communicating with their horse. This can be incorporated into any discipline however I do specialize in Western, Hunt Seat and Gaited disciplines (Flat shod only). The techniques used help the rider to become more aware of their horse beneath them and how their body can be used to communicate with their horse using the center of gravity and mechanics. I have 26 years of equine experience, Graduate of Midway College Equine program, Former ARIA Certified Riding Instructor, resistance free training methods. I will come to your property to teach you on your horse (must have own mount) I charge only $35 for a one hour lesson. Riding Helmets are a must. Must have enclosed space to ride (indoor or outdoor with safe footing) Times available Monday mornings, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and Thurs mornings. Ages 10 through adults. Absolutely no inhumane training methods are used with gaited horses (or any others for that matter). FOSH advocate.... 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

We offer excellent riding instruction for all ages and levels, emphasizing all aspects of horsemanship, creating partnerships between horse & rider. Our diverse team of 10 horses are very well trained and love to teach. Check out our website.

Here at Triple M Stables
We teach English- Western-Hunt Seat and Show Pleasure Driving.
We can teach you to just trail ride or compete in local and County Fair Shows.
We train any age rider. . We attend local horse shows, County Fairs and also the academy shows
for our students.
We also board horses for very economical prices.
We have some of the finest bloodline Saddlebreds in the business.
"We also have show Quarter Horses, Saddlebreds and Hunt Seat Horses... See More

We are an active Eventing/Dressage Facility located 15 minutes from Georgetown & the Kentucky Horse Park, 20 minutes from downtown Lexington & 5 minutes from Midway. Our beautiful facility has a large Indoor Arena with dust free footing and lights. We have an outdoor Show Jumping Arena and cross-country area for your training & lessons. All levels of riders are welcome. Horses are available for lessons or leases. Our Instructor has a Pony Club background and is a BHSII (British Horse Society Intermediate Instructor), with an emphasis on safety for the horse & rider. Come learn in a fun but safe environment!! Visitors are always welcome! Please call Tanya Davis @ for further information.... See More

Internationally trained and qualified in hunter seat and jumping, also lifetime experience in jumping. Offering thorough instruction for those wishing to further their expertise, compete, or resolve problems. Your horse or one of our experienced show champions. Small classes, residential, intense riding short courses available.... See More