Horseback Riding in Holden, Massachusetts (Worcester County)

Holiday Acres is a full service quality boarding and training facility. We offer riding instruction to all ages taught by friendly, experienced, knowledgeable, caring instructors. We also offer summer programs, an open horse show series, and horses for sale or lease. Become a part of the Holiday Acres family!! Stop by and visit or call for more information. Family owned and operated for over 30 years.... See More

Heron's Crest Stables at Forge Works Farm is pleased to announce a new horseback riding lesson program for all ages and abilities! We offer small group and private lessons and we are not the typical cookie cutter riding program. Our focus is on safety first, to learn proper horse care, horsemanship, to understand the equipment that is used on the horse, and to have fun! We offer training for you and your horse and welcome clients who would like to trailer in for lessons. We are licensed, fully insured, and offer a clean and safe environment. The staff collectively offers many years of experience successfully competing on the show circuit, training hunters, jumpers, saddle seat, and other disciplines...... See More

Cornerstone Ranch offers balanced seat instruction for all ages and levels. The riding style we follow closest is Classical Stock Seat. Classes are held year ‘round, taking place either in the spacious outdoor, or indoor riding arenas. We also offer apprenticing under the Massachusetts Riding Instructor Apprenticeship Program, a great opportunity for those interested in a career in riding instruction, providing hands-on experience and mentorship.

At Cornerstone Ranch, we offer a range of activities that are not just educational, but also incredibly fun. From riding lessons and workshops to horse-drawn sleigh and wagon rides, there's something for everyone to enjoy. These activities are available on weekdays and most weekends throughout the year, and can be easily booked online.

At Cornerstone Ranch, we take pride in our sizable selection of calm, safe horses. These gentle creatures seem to enjoy their jobs as much as we do, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for all our riders.
Pay a visit to Cornerstone Ranch. No experience necessary. Gift certificates and gift cards available online. Safety and fun while working in harmony with horses are the main objectives.

Please visit: https://www.CornerstoneRanch.org for more info and for special offers.... See More

MA Licensed instructor offering lessons and training in the central Massachusetts area with a focus on solid basics in dressage and balance seat riding. Will travel to you. Lessons on school horses available in Hudson and Bellingham. Reasonable rates.... See More

We offer your first riding lesson for 50% off if you mention you were sent by Katie Magee from new horse! We offer dressage though Grand Prix, hunter, jumpers, cross country, eventing, childrens riding lessons, pony rides, and pony parties. Very firendly instruction for litterally all levels. From weekend riders to seasoned competitors. We have a huge indoor riding arena for 4 seasons riding. Come join the fun with us!... See More

Come ride at a premier eventing facility in central MA! Orchard Hill Equestrian Center has numerous well trained and safe lesson horses available for riding lessons. We offer lessons for beginners up to advanced riders specializing in Dressage, Show Jumping and Cross-country.... See More

A fully liscensed facility with an emphasis in safety for both horse and rider. We offer lessons to riders at every level. Our horses are safe and experienced. A unique blend of professionalism and friendliness!

Horseback riding for all ages indoor arena IEA teams

boarding with 73 x 130 ft indoor arena , excellent quality care, 10 x 12 matted stalls, buckets are kept washed and the barn is very very clean, turnouts are all wooden fencing w/ grass, 40 x 96 the water buckets outside are kept clean also , heated tack room, warm water for bathing , quality hay from Canada , fun recreation barn no drama , a lot of adult boarders, and happy horses, owners on premises, warm barn in the winter the buckets have not every froze, borders refernces avab, many yrs exp w horses, timid boarders that are afraid are very welcome owner will work with you , to over come your fear call stalls are limited $450 per month full care call 1- thank you mary... See More

Professional Riding Instructor, English

Lessons, leases, training and showing for the serious all-around youth and amateur competitor as well as beginners and pleasure and trail riders. Truck-ins welcome!!! Free Introductory Lesson!!

Riding lessons start on the ground first. Horsemanship lesson required first Introductory price of $65.00 hr. I make these lessons FUN! $85.00 for a private hour. I believe you should learn how to communicate effectively before climbing in the saddle. Earning the respect of your horse through groundwork techniques is essential to having clear communication and respect while mounted. My horse's are NOT your typical school horses, they are my personal well trained riding horses. I have miles of trails right out back. $50.00 for 1/2 hour available for children age 5-10 years old. Beginner or advanced rider you WILL learn safety tips that you were never taught! How many times have you heard "I rode once, the horse took off..... never rode again". That's not going to happen at Bobcat Farm

For beginners, you will not only learn to tack up a horse properly, you'll learn to lead, lunge, and do liberty work. You will develop a partnership with the horse, that you will carry forward to every equine relationship in your future.

Want to get ready to enjoy your time at a dude ranch? Start here, we have miles of trails!

For advanced horse riders/ owners, we'll start at your level and together will develop a entire new set of skills to advance your abilities, or get rid of bad habits you may have acquired. Our first lesson will still start on the ground, then we move on to under saddle. I will teach you counter moves that you can take home to your own horse or a horse you lease. Does your own horse or a horse you have ridden, spook, invade your space? I teach you how to stay safe in the saddle, and on the ground. Learn from a lifelong horsewoman and professional horse trainer. Call today!
This is what a client had to say..." I have been looking for a long time to find a horseback riding facility where I would be able to take lessons on natural trails. Not only did I find that at Bobcat Farm, but also with a very talented and excellent riding instructor named Cathie Hatrick-Anderson. You will feel absolutely safe and yet also learn a tremendous amount about horsemanship. Finally Cathie is also incredibly patient - which is a wonderful bonus. I now gladly travel each week to Bobcat Farm to learn more about horses and to improve my riding as an adult learner. It works! I might repeat myself but this place is absolutely wonderful. Her lessons are filled with useful information and are very reasonably priced. It might sound exaggerated, I have no idea why anybody would go to another place to pay more money and get less riding instructions. This is the real deal. Annette B" ... See More

Lessons, training and coaching with Julie Blackburn. Julie teaches all riders "balance seat" which is an all purpose seat that encourages riding by balance rather than strength or force. Based on a modified dressage seat, balance seat encompasses riding on the flat as well as jumping and cross country riding.

Balance seat lessons can help you become a more effective rider by teaching you to control your breathing, vision, posture and mental imaging. This allows you to ride in a relaxed and balanced manner in any style saddle, using any rein handling technique.

Balance seat riders learn how to establish a harmonious physical interaction with their horse, rather than just achieving a prescribed show ring seat. Lessons include both mounted and unmounted exercises.

Julie is available for dressage, stadium jumping and cross country lessons.... See More

I am a MA licensed, USDF bronze and silver medalist, and graduate of the USDF L program, based in the metro Boston area. Experience teaching Pony Club, and creating productive group, private and semi-private lessons. I specialize in dressage and application of dressage principles to other disciplines. I have experience starting young horses, re-schooling evasive and "sour" horses, and keeping older horses fit and happy. I enjoy working with all ages and abilities. Whether learning the basics or refining your seat, my belief is to give each rider the tools needed to meet his or her potential.... See More

A full service program for beginners through professionals and those with special needs and disorders.