Horseback Riding in Michigan

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Whether you are looking for a new or first equine partner, would like a tune-up, or would like to try horseback riding for the first time, Essential Equestrian can help! Lessons are available for ages 3 and up, and adult beginners are welcome!

Riding instruction is available on quality lesson horses, and haul-in lessons are welcome.

Emphasis is placed on correct fundamentals and an independent seat, skills applicable to all riding disciplines. From young children, to adult beginners, to those who have been riding for many years, students are encouraged to understand the why and how behind communicating with horses.

Training is individualized to ensure correct development of each horse, with the ultimate goal of the horses' long-term health and well-being.

References available upon request.

Visit www.essentialequestrian.net for additional information. For rates or to schedule a lesson, use the contact form on our webpage, http://www.essentialequestrian.net/contact.html.... See More

Marta has 37 years of experience breeding, training, showing ponies and giving riding lessons. She has produced multiple champions at the county, state and national level in showmanship, horsemanship, western pleasure, western riding, trail, cowboy challenge and competitive trail riding. We have an obstacle course that is great for teaching team work and getting your horse over many fears. Lessons are given on your horse or ours. We focus on building a positive relationship between horse and rider with out the use of restrictive equipment or spurs. Contact us by phone for rates. Discounts for multiple lessons and riders.... See More

The professional staff at SMR Equestrian is committed to providing students with a safe and positive environment in which to learn and have fun. We focus on building a well-rounded horseperson by not only teaching students to ride, but also providing lessons in horsemanship, sportsmanship, and showmanship.

SMR Equestrian offers a comprehensive lesson program for children and adults (ages six and up) from beginner to advanced levels. SMR Equestrian is unique in its ability to take riders from beginning young riders to top show riders. Whether you are a beginner rider, pleasure rider, or show rider, we have a program suited for you. We have a number of quality school horses, from beginner horses to 3’ jumping horses*.

Our lesson program features small classes with no more than four riders in a lesson at a time, providing individualized quality instruction. In order to provide a safe environment that is conducive to learning, there are never more than five horses working in the arena during lesson hours.

Please see our Riding Session Information Sheet on our website for current pricing, lesson schedule and other pertinent information. Please call or email to arrange an appointment to tour the facility, meet our staff and horses, and discuss you or your child’s riding goals and how we can help you to achieve those goals.

In addition to our lesson program, we offer several quality show horses for lease and half lease. Please see our sales page on our website for further information on horses available and why leasing may be the right choice for you or your child.... See More

Belle River Farms Macomb/St. Clair County's Counties premier lesson, boarding, sales & full service training facility. English- Dressage, Hunters/Jumpers, Eventing. Group, Private or Semi-Private Lessons available. Show Jumping & Cross Country Course, Hills, Gallop & Trails. Insured - Available to travel. From beginner to advanced rider. Indoor & outdoor riding arenas. Qualilty, safe lesson horses. Organized lessons and show season schedules. Fun professional enviroment. Breaking, training, leasing & sales. Quality young registered western/english pleasure, dressage and jumper prospects for sale. CALL DIRECTLY . BEAUTIFUL SHOW READY HORSES FOR SALE.... See More

Jennifer is an actively competitive 3 day eventer/show jumper in both MI and FL with a hunter/jumper background and almost 30 years in the industry. Available for lessons, coaching, and training in the Macomb and Oakland county areas specializing in eventing, show jumping, & successfully producing young or green horses. Jennifer also continues to educate and further her training ability with some of the top professionals in the sport. Lessons or training rides at your facility. Training board packages for the winter FL season with Jennifer are available as well as representing you in selling a current mount or purchasing the right match for you.... See More

We are a full service equestrian facility located in Macomb Michigan. We offer boarding, horse shows, leasing and riding lessons in both hunt seat & dressage We welcome all disciplines of riding and we have a very mixed group of riders & boarders. Some ride English and some ride Western, all are friendly and very supportive of one another.There truly is an atmosphere at Justamere that is hard to beat, and it is all due to the kind people who come here because, plain and simple, they love horses.

For more information, please contact our barn directly at or email at Leaving a message via this site will not reach us.... See More

Hunter/Jumper facility located in beautiful Northwest Michigan. Serving greater Grand Traverse area. Boarding, training, lessons, and sales established by Emily King Brinkman. Blue Oxer offers highly professional and competitive equestrian services. Certified Level II A.R.I.A Instructor. Certified USHJA Trainer. Family friendly and detail oriented, come and see why 'The Smiles Last a Lifetime'!... See More

ARIA Certified Riding Instructor Huntseat/Jumping/Dressage
Kind and safe lesson horses for all ages and skill levels
Family-like atmosphere
In-barn schooling shows
Yearly student calendar
Summer Camps
Holiday Horse Camps
Lessons year-round in our indoor and outdoor arenas
Lease horses available
Boarding Available... See More

We are a Small Private Farm that teaches English, Western, Jumping, and
Vaulting, (gymnastics and dance on horseback)
We have school horses available for lessons, lease or you may take lessons on your own horse.

CHA Certified Instructor, 20+ years professional experience, Specializing in Youth and Amateurs. Quality Instruction from the ground to the saddle. Working with beginners to National Level riders and horses. Dressage Intro through Third level.

Kind, patient instruction for youth and adult amateurs. Head Coach for Skyline High School Equestrian Team, 4-H and Open Horse Show Judge. My students say they learn more in one lesson from me than 5 or 6 lessons from other instructors! $40.00 per hour. Contact me at or for more information. Lessons available at your facility. If you are reaching out through the shop around feature, please leave your phone number or e-mail address in the request. Thank you!... See More

The mission of Karin’s Horse Connection at Legacy Stables is to share our passion for horses and enable anyone who seeks to experience the joy of the human-horse connection. Owned and operated by Wendelin and Karin Schmidt, the facility is located on 28 beautiful acres just 15 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. We offer horse lovers a full range of equestrian activities in a safe, relaxing and family friendly environment. While we cater to new and inexperienced riders, we serve all ages, skill levels and disciplines. Our highly qualified staff works with 25 well-trained, gentle horses to provide a wide variety of riding programs, equestrian vaulting and therapeutic riding.... See More

I offer lessons, training, showing, sales, and clinics for beginners thru advanced riders. We show mainly breed shows. Over 44 years of showing experience and continuous education are a couple of the reason for my Success with students/horses locally and Nationally. Custom programs to meet your needs.... See More

Forte's hunter, jumper, equitation riding lesson program offers experienced, professional staff focused on you. The program is run by USHJA certified instructor Allison Howson who holds a degree in Equestrian Studies degree from the University of Findlay, and has nearly 15 years of professional experience. Lessons are designed to provide measurable growth for serious riders of all levels. Small group and private lesson allow instructors to adapt lesson plans for each rider. Competition on both a local and national level is offered and encouraged. Horses are available for lease, and we can assist you if you are interested in making a purchase. More information is available www.fortefarmllc.com please contact us directly via email or phone!... See More