Horseback Riding in Upton, Massachusetts (Worcester County)

Riding lessons start on the ground first. We make these lessons FUN! First session special priced at $40.00 for a full 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. Mounted riding lessons are $60.00 hr. 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" 6/17/2015... See More

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!!

Lessons for beginners through advanced riders, Hunt seat or Western. Licensed and insured instructors, world class horses. Vacation and summer horsemanship programs, Mom and me lessons, Ladies Night lessons, Birthday parties, gift certificates. Safe horses. You will ride our show horses. Please call the farm for more information.... 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

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

We are a new equestrian center that opened this June! We offer Horseback riding lessons, camps, weekend programs in the Hunter/Jumper discipline, all levels and all ages. Horse boarding available with acres of grass turnout. We have specialized professional training for you and your horse. We create an individualized program for your horse and accomplish the goals that are set between owner and trainer. * We have horses for lease! * We offer trailering (2012 3 horse slant load trailer, fully matted with dressing room, pulled by a 2012 3/4 ton pickup) * On & off farm training packages * Specializing in Rescue and Rehab work as well - Whether you are looking to get started in the equine industry or advance your skills by traveling to rated and unrated shows with our show team we have the perfect fit for you!! Please e-mail to set up a tour of the farm! Thank you!
Visit http://www.vanderzichtstables.com/ and our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vanderzicht-Stables/31655... See More

We are a new equestrian center that opened this June! We offer Horseback riding lessons, camps, weekend programs in the Hunter/Jumper discipline, all levels and all ages. Horse boarding available with acres of grass turnout. We have specialized professional training for you and your horse. We create an individualized program for your horse and accomplish the goals that are set between owner and trainer. * We have horses for lease! * We offer trailering (2012 3 horse slant load trailer, fully matted with dressing room, pulled by a 2012 3/4 ton pickup) * On & off farm training packages * Specializing in Rescue and Rehab work as well - Whether you are looking to get started in the equine industry or advance your skills by traveling to rated and unrated shows with our show team we have the perfect fit for you!! Please e-mail to set up a tour of the farm! Thank you!
Visit http://www.vanderzichtstables.com/ and our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vanderzicht-Stables/31655... See More

Lil Folk Farm is a great place for your child to explore the horse life. We have excellent school horses and certified instructors. We also have clinics in the catagories of safety, horse games, etc. while we also have parties on or off the farm. We have summer camp for ages 6-16 years. Come have your child have the time of their lives! Here at Lil Folk Farm our students build confidence and trust, make new friends, learn riding, while also exploring about horsemanship! Our 10 acre farm has everything your child would want for a riding stable. We have our horses leased and boarded. For the lease we would like if our horses stayed on the farm. For the board you can choose to do regular board or lesson board. The regular board is al day turn out etc. The lesson board is where you let your horse be ridin in lessons but the thing is you get to keep your horse for free! You will only have to pay for the food and shavings!... See More

I have been involved in the equine industry for the past 18 years as a horse owner, rider, competitor, manager, coach, and trainer. With riding background encompassing hunters/jumpers, equitation, western/English pleasure, eventing, competitive trail, dressage and driving, I am a well-rounded and open-minded equestrian, always in search of more learning! In 2006, I completed a 6 month apprenticeship with master farrier Dicky Sevigny. Then in 2008, after a year apprenticeship under MA licensed instructor and farrier, Frank Longo, I received my instructors license. I have also worked with noted trainers such as Lainey Johnson, Susan Williams, Nona Bianchi, Gwenyth Santagate, Diane Marshall, and Melissa Tansey. I regularly host clinics at my barn with Sue, Nona, and Diane.

Full Circle Equestrian offers instruction from beginner through advanced in English/western Pleasure, hunters/jumpers, dressage, and gymkhana. All lessons are located in Blackstone, MA while my brand new state of the art facility in Uxbridge, MA is being built. If you are interested in receiving updates on the construction of our new facility please email and I will add you to our mailing list. Our new facility will offer lessons/training, boarding, leasing, birthday parties, therapeutic lessons and showing. In your lesson with me you will start with a private lesson so that I can analyze your individual needs. Together we will build a strong foundation of balanced coordination and learn the basics to successfully ride independently. I teach each student based on their individual goals, and go at the most comfortable pace for that person, nobody finds themselves overwhelmed either physically or emotionally. After your private lessons, you will have the option to continue in private lessons or move into semi-private or group lessons. Whether you ride recreationally or wish to show from 4-H to rated, I can help you reach your goals in a safe, fun and low stress atmosphere. We attend some 'A' rated shows throughout the year. This year we are doing the Cape Cod Hunter Series which is USEF "C" rated, NEHC, MHC, SEHA, & MHJ rated and will also attend some schooling shows for the beginner showers. I offer instruction on well schooled horses or can travel to help you with your horse. I believe in teaching complete horsemanship. Not just riding. All my lessons are dressage based because having a good solid dressage foundation will help you to excel in any discipline from gymkhana to show jumping. My goal is to help train horse and rider to work together in a positive and patient manner. Full Circle Equestrian is open by appointment only.... See More

We provide riding lessons for begginers and up from the ages of 8-80. Also available to our students are trail rides,boarding and partial leases. Other services include pony rides and parties and group instruction (scouts etc.) Although beginners learn all general basics including western and jumping, we specialize in dressage and how to taylor it to the horses build and personality.... See More

We specialize in Gaited horses but work with all horses and all ages. You can come and train on our school horses or we will travel to work with you and your horse. Individualized attention with a compassionate approach.

Cornerstone Ranch is operated by Sue Connell, daughters Mary and Julia and son John. Cornerstone offers Western and Hunt Seat riding instruction for all ages and levels. Classes are held in our spacious outdoor and brand new beautiful indoor riding arena as well as on the trails.

Trail riding, riding camps/programs plus horse drawn sleigh and wagon rides are activities also offered on weekdays and most weekends throughout the year.

Our trail ride and horse drawn rides schedule and the capability to book reservations are conveniently online.

We have a large selection of calm, safe horses whom we think of as our family here at Cornerstone. No experience necessary. Gift Certificates also available online. Safety and fun while working in harmony with horses are the main objective.

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

We are dedicated to quality horseback riding lessons on wonderful and safe school horses in both english and western,day Camp beg.to adv.Pony parties,trail rides and scouts badge programs.
Ride recreationally or improve your skills for showing and coaching.
We're not just another riding acadamy or facility, but a family oriented business with a quiet, tranquel place for parents, guests to relax and watch the lessons. We are centraly located in Charlton, MA close to all major routes.... See More

We offer huntseat riding lessons to all ages and experience levels including children as young as 3! We offer individual lessons as well as groups and special programs such as our IEA Team, Mom's Riding Group, and Summer Camps. We also offer boarding, training, and showing services and horses for sale.... See More

We offer riding instruction and animal education programs for children and adults of all ages. Take a riding lesson on one of our experienced school horses, or have Jules come visit you and work one on one with you and your horse. Jules is also available for training sessions. We are looking to expand and offer IEA and IHSA programs so don't hesitate to inquire about these up and coming programs at Sweet Meadow Stables!... See More