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.

Hunter/Jumper, Western, Trail, Basic riding, and speed events.
Driving lessons coming soon.
​We offer Pee Wee lessons for youth ages 2 to 7 . Pee Wee lessons are 45 minutes long and are private lessons until they are ready to move into a group lesson. We also offer group and private lessons for ages 8 to 80. We have lessons horses of all sizes to accommodate all sizes of riders and skill levels. Instructor is a Honor graduate from an accredited school.
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We are a training facility that deals mostly with Quarter Horses (AQHA) and Paints (APHA). Types of training include: western pleasure, hunter under saddle, trail, showmanship, equitation, horsemanship, halter fitting and western riding . We travel up and down the east coast helping youth and amatuer riders achieve many goals and titles. Riding lessons.... See More

Hoofbeats in Harmony's Horsemanship Academy is one of a kind! All students entering the program start at Level 1 and graduate after Level 10. Students progress through the levels at their own speed, earning achievement awards when they level up. Each level is divided into 6 categories: Horse Care – Riding – Ground Work – Liberty Training – Physical Fitness – Equine Literature. It is necessary for the student to pass the required tasks in all 6 categories of horsemanship in order move up a level.

When students pass a level, they will be awarded a Certificate of Completion and a patch unique to the level passed that will go on their Hoofbeats in Harmony vest. Students are encouraged to wear their vests to their lessons to showcase their accomplishments.

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Introduction - Learn to safely approach, halter, and lead a horse, learn to groom, tack, mount, and dismount, introduction to riding aids, learn correct riding position and balance exercises, introduce walking and trotting, practice utilizing riding aids in steering exercises, trail riding.

Intermediate - Know parts of the tack, learn the two-point position and posting at the trot, learn to canter, introduce sitting trot, improve and strengthen two-point position, improve use of all riding aids in steering and gait transitions, trail riding.

Advance - Tacking independently, increase strength and body position at walk, trot, and two-point, introduction to no stirrup work at the walk and trot, improve the use of all riding aids, begin cantering individually, and introduction to leads.... See More

We offer English Saddle Seat riding lessons, competition riding, birthday parties, camps and more! Our beautiful farms boasts 56 acres with a one mile outdoor track, 25 stall barn, and a covered arena.

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Currently accepting Intermediate/advanced students only - this means riders that are able to walk, trot, canter, and catch/tack up their own horses. We have a dynamic space on an 11 acre farm with a talented, diversified, animated, entertaining instructor, specializing in teaching fun, exciting lessons to established equestrians. Come ride in a beautiful area with woods, trails, giant open fields, on wonderful horses. We have loads of cross country jumps, hills, wide open spaces, lots of fun!!

Lessons are $80 each, small group lessons with up to 5 riders. We do accept haul-in lessons if you want to bring your own horse.

We also offer trail rides for beginners-advanced, up to 5 people in a group, for $100 per person. By Appointment only.

Birthday parties available for up to 10 children, 2 hour party with approximately one hour of riding - $400 per party, all decorations included - just bring food and drinks!... See More

Welcome to Spurling’s Hidden Treasures Riding Academy! You’re new home for horseback riding lessons for adults and children ages 6 and up! I was the original horseback riding instructor of Gallberry Stables in Hope Mills, NC and have moved to my own facility with a new name!

My name is Tiffany Spurling and I have been riding Horses for over 22 years and training horses and riders alike for the better part of 14 years now. Throughout that time I have acquired my own horses that are very good with the most beginner riders to the most advanced riders.

I offer my services to beginners through advanced. I have taught many riding styles such as Western Pleasure, Barrel Racing, Pole Bending, other Speed/Fun Events, Hunter/Jumper, Show Jumping, Cross-Country/ Eventing, Equitation, and Dressage. HAUL INS FOR LESSONS ARE WELCOME!

I do not claim to be a "certified" trainer, however, I have had many people tell me they have learned more in one lesson with me than they have in a year with a "certified" trainer. In the horseworld, just because one is certified does not mean they are the most knowledgeable. Most good trainers have had a lot of experience and never think they are too old or advanced to learn something new.

I have also worked under and trained horses with Cutting Horse Champion Jerry King. However, I do not offer cutting lessons. I learned from him how to start a horse from the ground up and how to train problem horses as well with great success.

We participate in local shows and take part in events at the Carolina Horse Park and many other show venues. We have a very family friendly environment so come join us in the equestrian experience!

Please list your e-mail and/or phone number in your Needs/Goals section when you reply so that I can contact you! Also feel free to visit our Facebook Page listed as Spurling’s Hidden Treasures Riding Academy and use the links to also find our website as well! Look us up, come out and watch a lesson before you chose us, and meet the instructor and the horses! I look forward to hearing about your interests and goals!

For rates please visit our website!
https://spurlingshiddentreasures.webstarts.com/

Location Assistance:
1 hour from downtown Wilmington, NC
45-55 minutes from downtown Fayetteville, NC
50 minutes from Burgaw, NC
45 minutes from Lumberton, NC
35 minutes from Clinton and Wallace,NC
15 minutes from Elizabethtown, NC
15 minutes from Garland, NC
Less than 5 minutes from White Lake, NC

We will also be offering training for horses in the near future! Keep up with our Facebook page and send an email if interested!
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With over 25 years of experience in both English and Western disciplines, your trainer Gali can give you the start--and the coaching!--that you or your child need to be successful and confident in the saddle! We show at the local, regional, and national level, but also am super happy to teach basic horsemanship skills to those that simply want to enjoy their horse and not show. All ages, sizes, colors, genders welcome!... 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 $40 for 1/2 hour private or 1 hour group lesson (riding time).... See More

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY THROUGH E-MAIL OR BY TEXT! THIS WEBSITE DOES NOT SEND YOUR INFORMATION TO US WHEN YOU INQUIRE. THANKS! We are a family-friendly farm located in Tryon, NC, only minutes from downtown! We offer a comprehensive riding program for ages 6-adult. Hunt Seat instruction is our specialty, although we also provide beginner Western lessons as well as trail lessons. Lessons are taught by experienced instructors in a safe and fun setting! Private and group lessons are available, and there are opportunities to show locally. Partial, on-site horse leases are available to qualified students. Full board is available! We also offer on-site pony parties and pony rides as well as a Summer day camp.... See More

Bringing years of experience and exposure to the very best in training, competition, and education, Molly offers personalized hands-on services that helps both horse and rider develop the skills and confidence needed for a lifetime of success.

Leading by personal example, Molly will help you gain self-confidence, and learn the appropriate tools and skills needed to reach your goals, no matter how big or small. Molly is available for lessons, riding and training in the Wellington area from December to the end of March and will return to Charlotte, NC for the summer months. For riders in Charlotte, NC she offers virtual riding lessons through a Pixio camera system during the winter show season.... 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"
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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

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