Horseback Riding in Barre, Massachusetts (Worcester County)

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

Laura Etzel - Co-Owner, Trainer, Instructor, Coach.
Laura oversees the community riding program, coaches the Williston Northampton Riding Program and the Williston Fuller IEA team as well as the Infinity Equestrian Show team. Laura is a Medal MacLay winner, licensed riding instructor , a professional trainer, Dressage rider and owned a horse stable for the past 25 years.
"In my youth I witnessed and endured the demoralization of students to get a point across. Many of the riding Instructors in my past had a positive impact on me, but the few who sent me home crying have blessed me with the vision for my riding program. I wanted to create a place where students of all ages could gather and learn all that horses have to offer them without such restrictive boundaries and expectations. Being a mother of four beautiful daughters has only confirmed that this place,"The Barn", is the best place in the world to teach ourselves and our children compassion,responsibility, work ethic, loyalty and everything in between! I hope you enjoy our website and I hope you will come to the barn for a visit."... See More

EquiPrana is a holistic, comprehensive horsemanship and horseback riding program accepting students from 7 years old to 50+! Whether you're a first time rider, a horse enthusiast who is just returning to the sport, or someone who is looking to make the most of the human-equine bonding experience, we are able to accomodate most students short and long term goals. Rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach to lessons, each lesson program is tailored specifically for each student. Returning riders, riders with confidence issues and novices will find our warm, welcoming and affirming approaches to riding and horsemanship quite different from many other programs. Combining aspects of Eastern philosophies, Tai Chi, Qui Gong, Yoga and other centering and meditative approaches to riding and horsemanship have helped many of our students begin to realize their potential and acheive their goals.

Emphasis is on the journey we take with horses as our companions, teachers and guides.... 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 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

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 are both licenced Riding Instructors both English and Western riding. Our number one goal is safety! We teach beginners to advanced rider for trail and show or just for fun. All our lessons are private so you can get the most out of your lesson and we can guarantee your safety. We are a family run Farm and have been around since 1947... See More

Riding school located in South Chelmsford, MA, lighted outdoor dressage rings, cgrass jumping rind, school cross country course, lessons on school horses or your own.

Bob Sadowski, CHA certified and MA Licensed instructor and official trainer for The Mustang Heritage Foundation, offers Greater New England a valuable Natural Horsemanship resource. Peace Haven HorseMindShip® is Natural Horsemanship brought to new levels by teaching the human to develop a safe and healthy relationship with their horse. Bob says "Let's get the humans and the horses thinking and connected in their minds".

Bob teaches private and group lessons, seminars, demonstrations, clinics and workshops on subjects such as Horse Psychology, Horse Behavior Indicators and strategies, Colt Starting, Extreme behavior solutions, Bridless Riding in Greater New England area.... See More

My farm is located in southwick, Ma. I specialize in hunters, jumpers, and equitation horses. I offer training board and/or lessons on one of my quality school horses. I do accept truck-ins. Indoor/outdoor, jump courses. beautiful facility, impeccable care.... 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 horseback riding lessons to all age and skill level riders. Lessons run 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. We also offer a summer lesson program for kids that runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please visit our website for more information!... See More

PLEASE CONTACT THROUGH OUR WEB-SITE! NEW HORSE LISTINGS ARE NOT SEEN, AND WE CAN'T GET BACK. PLEASE VISIT THE WEB-SITE. OR TEXT 617x991x48x18. Our trainer can teach you and your horse to trust each other, to ride bareback an even bridleless! no bit and no halter at all! After our natural horsemanship program you'll have the best relationship with your horse. It is all about building a language with your horse on the ground and in the saddle. If you want your horse to trust you, if you want to ride your pony not causing discomfort in the mouth with a bit, that you are welcome to visit our web-site and schedule a lesson with Valery! Trainer will travel to you and your horse! www.natural-horsemanship.wix.com/training... See More

Offering english, western, saddle seat, and dressage riding lessons

Jelich farms strives to be premier provider of Horseback Riding Lessons in the Metro-West area. Our goal is to always deliver quality instruction along with a safe and fun environment. We want you, our valued customer, to be happy.

Whether you're interested in becoming a serious show ring competitor or simply wish to enjoy casual horseback

riding and instruction in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, you are welcome in our lesson program. Our comprehensive lesson program educates riders from beginner to advanced. We WELCOME ALL AGES! We have hand picked our lesson horses to help you succeed in meeting your goals, whatever they may be.

Each riding lesson is individually tailored to fit every learning style and ability level. Our goal is to do more than teach riding sklills but also to help our riders integrate the lessons learned from horses with the skills necessary to succeed in all areas of life and development, as well as to make your riding fun, safe, and rewarding.

Our lesson program is based upon the principle of safety first. So come and enjoy with peace of mind while we teach you horsemanship and animal husbandry as well as riding skills on beautiful Arabians and Half-Arabians.... See More