Horseback Riding in North Carolina

Owner of Willow Pond Stables offers the basics of western riding lessons for beginning riders in a calm environment including the beauty of private trail riding.

The mission at Maple Ridge Farm is to provide a safe, fun, premier learning environment to help students of all ages and levels reach their riding goals and become proficient horsemen. The first step in our lesson program is to master safe and proper horse handling practices on the ground. During riding lessons, students learn the "feel" and technique of skilled horsemanship. Each lesson focuses on building and mastering fundamental skills before moving to more advanced maneuvers and patterns. Students are encouraged to follow their passion, set goals, practice their skills often (in lessons or by leasing a lesson horse), and participate in local horse shows and farm clinics. Our lesson program is equipped with proven, quiet, show quality horses that make excellent, safe teachers. We carefully match horses and riders, to encourage the perfect fit and best learning environment. We currently have 10 lesson horses and over 30 lesson students. Approximately one-third of our students are adult riders, the other two-thirds are youth ages 6 to 18 years old. We enjoy a variety of English and Western disciplines, and also enjoy trail riding.

Please contact us to discuss your individual needs and schedule a time to visit the farm. Lesson students may enroll for weekly (highly recommended) or every other week lessons, or prepay for a certain number of lessons and schedule as you wish. A lesson handbook and fee schedule is available upon request. We offer private (30 or 60 minute), semi-private (1 hour), and small group (1 hour) lessons. All beginners are started in private lessons. **Schedule an appointment to meet us and see our farm.**... See More

Diamond B Stables is a safe learning and riding environment for the beginner to advanced rider. Teamwork and safety are our goals. All beginner to intermediate students are instructed on a one on one basis. Group lessons (no more than 3 students) are achieved only at the advanced level. All students must be experienced in jogging and loping before they are allowed to trail ride. Our lesson horses are experienced and thoughly trained. So, if your child loves horses and wants to learn to ride or you are an adult who always wanted to learn....WE CAN HELP! Our horseback riding program is year round and 6 days a week. Call today and schedule your riding lesson! ... See More

Instructor with 20 + years experience offering lessons on well-trained horses and ponies for all ages, levels, and ambitions of riders. Calm, positive instruction style and emphasis on safety, good skills, and fun.

Natural Horsemanship Lessons for all ages!!!

Students learn how to confidently and safely handle horses both on the ground and while riding. Students learn how to communicate with horses and build a relationship based on trust and respect.

Depending on the weather lessons are held in the outdoor arena or in the fully lighted indoor. Lesson slots are currently available every weekday evening. Please contact Mallory Fields for details: ... See More

Jon Walker Stables & Riding Academy was founded in 1995. We are a husband- wife team offering English Riding Lessons to all ages and ALL levels of riding experience. We currently have 15 trustworthy and safe horses in our riding program to accommodate all of our rider's needs and goals.
We have a 200 x 60 indoor arena and also a large outdoor ring permitting us to teach riding lessons all year long, no matter the weather conditions!
We are a family friendly barn and would love for you and your children to be a part of our " Barn Family"
Call Carolyn today to schedule an appointment to tour our facility or to schedule your 1st riding lesson @ ... See More

Serving Raleigh/Clayton/Garner and surrounding areas. United States Eventing Association Certified Instructor. Evented through intermediate/international level eventing and third level dressage. "r" Event Judge. Training for horse and rider. Available for clinics. Horses for sale and lease. Great References. Facilities include 250 acres, large and small dressage ring, jump field, cross-country field, gallop fields, 10 stalls, big pastures. Teach at many surrounding farms. Contact for more information.... See More

Boone's Farm & Stables, opened in 1981. Offering horseback riding lessons for all ages under an ARIA Certified Instructor and all adult instructors. Lessons are tailored for the rider’s goals. Riding lessons here are more than riding a horse. Adults and children become part of our barn family of riders where everyone is welcome! Good sportsmanship, respect of animals and team spirit is a must at Boone’s Farm & Stables while lasting friendships are made through a mutual love of horses.
Lessons are taught in a heated indoor arena. We also offer driving lessons.
Prices are $35 for 1/2 hour private or 1 hour group lesson (riding time).... See More

Riding lessons available tailored to your style of riding an your schedule! All age 3+ are welcome. Specializing in small children, adults and seniors! And the best part is the prices are super affordable, or if you can't afford them, I will help out financially to help your or your child's dream of riding come true. Many levels of horses are available. Specializing in Barrel Racing, Trail-Riding, Confidence building, Cart Lessons, Ground-Work, and more . Also I can introduce you into horse ownership and the care they require.. Give me a call or email for a free meet and greet to see if my small personalized program suits your needs. Discounts are available for multiple kids, lessons, or family's, also serving home-school groups.... See More

Come ride with us! Sunset Ridge offers lessons for all levels and ages in Hunters, Jumpers and Dressage! We travel to to local schooling shows as well as rated shows as well as offer spots on our Interscholastic Equestrian Team.
Family is the most important thing at Sunset Ridge, and we view each horse, customer, and visitor as part of our extended family and so we take care of them just as we would our own. We believe that the equestrian world isn't just about lessons and showing, we believe that it is about truly enjoying our horses and eachother. We do this by not only providing the best care and instruction possible but by scheduling fun events both inside and outside of the barn.
Meet Our Head Trainer:
Diane DeRienzis has 25 yrs. experience teaching, training and barn management. She started her riding career on Long Island in New York where she competed as a junior, amateur and professional in Hunters, Equitation and Jumpers. Her goal is to instill confidence and skill in her riders so that they can connect with their horses in a successful partnership whether their goal is to show on the A circuit or to pleasure ride.
"I believe that everyone at any age can learn, and I welcome children as well as
adults."

Charissa Loftin has been a part of the equestrian world since the age of 8 when she began taking lessons at TTC in Mocksville, NC. Growing up she succesfully competed on the A Circuit and later decided to become a trainer. Charissa has enjoyed teaching riders of all ages and levels for over 20 years and says that the most inspirational part of teaching is watching a rider accomplish something that they didnt thing was possible, no matter how small an accomplishment it is. Charissa believes that every day is a learning experience and that she learns just as much from her students and horses as they learn from herWe are excited to have Charissa join our Sunset Ridge family and help take our students to the next level in the Hunter, Jumper, and Equitation rings.

Lynn O. Boon, BHSAI began riding as a child at the Inverclyde Riding Center in Scotland. She was a working pupil at the center and grew through the ranks of Pony Club while competing in one day events. At 15 years old, she was commissioned to begin the riding program for the Earl of Glasgow at Kelburn Estates. She was the Stable Manager and Head Instructor for several years, and provided the start to what is now a thriving equestrian center. Lynn became a working student for the BHSAI at Bowfield Riding and Country Club, where she worked with Point-to-Point racehorses as part of her program. Lynn believes that "Dressage is a journey every horse and rider should take" and has used this montra in training her students on a variety of horses from Standardbred to Holstiener across the United States. Lynns 30+ years of experience training horses and riders has brought her to Sunset Ridge where she will be teaching lower (through 1st level) dressage. Lynn plans to spread her "dressage is for everyone" message while introducing the foundations of dressage to riders old and young, and horses of every breed and from every discipline. In addition to classic Dressage Lynn will also be teaching Western and Gaited Dressage to those who are interested.

Leah Barnes is one of our most competent and caring trainers, she specializes with tending to and schooling our youngest riders. Leah has over 12 years experience in the saddle, and is experienced in both English and Western. Leah has been with us since the beginning and is one of our best assets and an essential part of our Little Bits program... See More

Storybrooke Farms specializes in Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation and Dressage. Our objective is to provide children and amateur owners with competitive partners who are confident, safe, and athletic. Safety and horsemanship are top priorities. Storybrooke students not only to work toward mastering skills while mounted, but also to learn proper care and handling, as well as a basic understanding of equine psychology. We compete at all levels of shows from schooling to the ‘AA’ Circuit and instruct beginner through advanced riders. We are based out two of a beautiful facilities, one in Chapel Hill within 15 minutes of UNC and Duke, as well as in Wake Forest, 15 minutes north of downtown. Traveling Trainer services are offered on a limited basis within the Triangle. Trailer-In lessons are also welcome at either facility.

Lessons are taught by a certified American Riding Instructor, with over 26 years of experience competing, training, teach and showing all over the midwest and east coast. All level riders are welcome, beginners through advanced, ages 5 years old and up. Our program offers some of the safest, most competitive lesson horses and ponies in the area. Check out our IEA Teams, Summer Camp, and more! Boarding, training, sale and lease options are all available as well. Come experience the Storybrooke difference!... See More

Peoples Creek Equestrian is a full service equestrian facility offering riding lessons for all ages and experience levels.

We have an affinity for young riders seeking their first equestrian experience tailored to their wishes from ages of 3 on up.

We train in basic horsemanship, dressage, hunter jumper, English, western pleasure and trail riding.

Our 29 stall (12'x12') facility with access to 80+ acres of trails, a 125' x 225' arena, round pen is an ideal location for you to enjoy your horse.

We personally design training programs to meet the riders needs and goals on either our lesson horses or yours.

We also offer full stall board and lessons at a package price that can't be beat.

Amanda, a graduate of Meredith Manor Equestrian College will tailor a lesson program to meet your goals.... See More

*Never miss your ride or lesson again due to weather! Join us at our beautiful facility where we offer indoor & outdoor arenas with great footing, ample turn out, and a wonderful barn with excellent care for your horse. We are a professionally run establishment with a friendly and supportive atmosphere. We are located minutes from downtown Asheville with easy access from I-40. *Multiple qualified instructors to fit your schedule who offer Dressage or Hunter/Jumper based instruction for riders of all levels and ages 8yrs and up. We have quality lesson horses for you to learn and advance on, or we welcome you to trailer in your own project. ** Indoor: Olympic-Size dressage arena with lights, mirrors, and observation area ** Outdoor: 175' x 175' lighted jumping arena (Both arenas have irrigation systems) ** 11stall Morton built barn ** 12' x 12' box stalls with rubber mats ** Wash stall with hot and cold water ** Heated restroom & upstairs office / sitting area ** Boarder Tack Room ** Professional and highly experienced staff ** Hacking trails throughout the property. To learn more please contact us directly @ or visit our website http://www.encorestablesinc.com/... See More

High quality Western and English riding lessons, focusing on safety, and including instruction on horse care, saddling a horse, and other aspects of horsemanship. Good "N" Western Stables offers affordable lessons for everyone! We look forward to meeting you.
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Jumping H Farm TRAIL RIDES AND RIDING LESSONS Teaching the beginner to intermediate rider with your horse or ours. We offer guided trails and trail riding lessons. 1-2 hour rides available on safe trustworthy mounts. 25 years of lesson experience from the very basics to upper level showing. Group or Private Lessons Available. Please contact Nicole Huttar or email Fun and Friendly atmosphere geared around learning the correct riding skills.... See More