Horseback Riding in Dillon Beach, California (Marin County)

We focus on teaching "horsemanship" and believe that before you can truly ride or perform you need to have at least a basic understanding of how horses behave.

Riding Lessons are offered in private, semi-private or group environments.

Once our students become versed in horsemanship, they are ready to move on to any discipline of interest.... See More

Specializing in training/retraining OTT Thoroughbreds. Calm, kind, correct fundamentals. Dressage and Jumping, Combined Training for horses and their riders.
Responsible, experienced professional providing quiet, calm, individual instruction. Specializing in teaching Adults. Adult Beginners Welcome! Base lesson rate $65.00, discount for monthly packages.... See More

Philosophy:

"I devoted my life to the study of equitation and the best way to teach it, share my passion and communicate with my students. I have a modern philosophy; one that has been proven in Europe....a new way to teach young people.

The GAME is an aid which permits students of various levels to work on their individual goals while allowing for natural progression of equestrian techniques.

The GAMES are fun, but its more than that as well. It reinforces the skills necessary to make the young rider successful... See More

Mattias Ekeroth Stables welcomes all ages and levels for full training - from the short stirrup to Grand Prix! Each horse and rider has a customized training program. Hunter, Jumper, and Eq.

We are providing mobile training, excellent horse care and plenty of TLC ~ please e-mail us for any equine / riding requests. With a lifetime of experience and references from students and owners, we hope to assist You and Your horses.

Offering horse riding lessons and full service horse training for all ages and skill levels from beginning riding lessons to A-Circuit Competitors. Learn Horsemanship, Equitation, Hunter/Jumper, and Horse Care. Our students ride in a comfortable, safe and secure learning environment with a fantastic horse riding instructor who's been teaching riding lessons and training horses for over 30 years. A private horse ranch in West Petaluma where horse and pony lovers "learn to ride and ride to learn".... See More

As a USEF & SAHJA Judge, clinician, certified equine masseuse, intuitive and diverse trainer, Melissa is able to work with a wide range of equestrians. Melissa believes that only through a feeling connection can an effortless and rewarding experience be achieved. She has the ability to help close the gap of communication between horse and rider, thus creating a unique partnership. Melissa specializes in problem horses, working with them on a wholistic level to find & fix the core problem. Training for horse and rider. Lessons for all ages and levels. Emotional and physical rehabilitation. Clinic's on equine bodywork. "From the Judge's Booth" Clinic. Riding Through Connection Clinic. Judging for SAHJA, and USEF shows. Sales. Consultations.... See More

AppleCreek is a fun, family oriented private ranch. We go on trailrides, horseshows, have playdays and parties. We do all disciplines of riding, english, western, bareback, dressage and jumping. Carol Fricke has been training horses for over 30 years, is working on certification programs and has won many regional championships in dressage. Carol currently trains and shows in dressage on her Arabian horses. We teach communication in horse back riding, therefore we do not use whips and spurs. We love our horses and teach kindness and love. Thank-you for taking the time and reading this.

We offer many discounted packages, a $20 introductory special! We also board horses and help you with purchasing your first horse. Private lessons start at $25 for a half hour, prices can't be beat!

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What makes us the best riding program in Sonoma County? Having a CHA certified riding instructor with over 20 years of experience; wonderful, well-trained lesson horses and no more than 5 students in each group lesson! Safety is first and foremost in all that we do and being friendly and positive is what makes lessons fun. Our summer horse campers also have the option to swim every afternoon as well as do other activities such as archery, kitten and puppy love and other camp activities.... See More

Training and showing at any level you wish from schooling shows to AA circuit shows. We attend a variety and provide top training in Hunters, Jumpers and Equitation. Bring your own horse and join the team! Last season our team averaged 90% in the ribbons every show... that's impressive! We have some nice horses available for you to sponsor (in barn lease).

We offer lesson/ training packages for horses and riders, as well as a young horse program, starting , whatever fits your time and budget. Clay Jackson is a U.S.H.J.A. certified professional trainer and has been training horses and riders for over 30 years. His show experience extends back to a first equitation class in 1965. Commendations from some of the top rider/trainers in the industry, Not just an "average" trainer. Sponsored by Stubben saddles and LMF Feeds,
Call us and schedule a visit to our training barn in NW Santa Rosa

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Announcing the opening of an elite pony riding program here in Petaluma.
Vescera Show Stables will be opening this spring and is now accepting new clients.
We are not your run of the mill riding school. Our ponies are given top quality care and training and are never over worked. We offer lessons and leasing for riders starting at age 4! The opportunity to attend horse shows is also available for those riders looking to take their riding to the next level.
Give us a call and book your lesson appointments now. Space is limited, book today!
Dina Vescera
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I teach beginning riding to kids and adults, English or Western. We have trails to build confidence and our own school horses.

Horseback riding lesson for all ages and skills

Jack Burns is a Sonoma County California horse trainer who specializes in classical training and 3-day eventing.

Alpine Valley Horsemanship offers mobile horse training services throughout Napa, Sonoma, and Lake counties in Northern California. Trainer Caitlin Mogensen has dedicated her life towards better understanding horses and has an incredibly diverse background, having worked with a multitude of different breeds and extensive experience in both english and western disciplines. She implements psychology-based techniques to gain insight and approach each horse as an individual and believes in building a strong foundation to give both horses and riders the confidence they need to reach their goals. Her training style is influenced by clinicians such as Monty Roberts, Buck Brannaman, Clinton Anderson and Pat Parelli.... See More