Horseback Riding in Tennessee

Amy Vanner is the head instructor with over 25 years of experience with a deep passion for teaching and a wealth of knowledge across multiple disciplines. She holds multiple instructor certifications and is also an NLP practitioner and has studied sports psychology. Her knowledge & teaching methods have been endorsed by a former US Olympic coach (see photo) As a certified instructor and biomechanics expert, Amy offers an unparalleled understanding of hunter/jumper, eventing, and dressage riding. Her extensive background allows her to teach riders of all levels, whether they’re looking to compete at a high level or simply improve their skills in a safe, controlled environment.

Amy’s expertise in biomechanics sets her apart—she doesn’t just teach how to ride, but focuses on the rider’s position, balance, and effective communication with the horse. This helps prevent bad habits and ensures long-term success. Her approach is individualized, adjusting each lesson to meet the rider’s needs and goals while building confidence and technical ability.

From introducing beginners to their first ride to coaching competitive riders in the complexities of dressage movements or eventing courses, Amy’s ability to break down complex techniques into achievable steps is one of her many strengths. Riders who work with Amy leave every lesson feeling more empowered, equipped, and excited to continue their journey in the equestrian world.

Her experience, dedication to the biomechanics of riding, and commitment to safe, effective horsemanship make Amy Vanner the best instructor to guide you toward success in any discipline. Contact us today to schedule an introductory lesson.... See More

Lori Klein is a Certified Master Riding Instructor. Presidents List Graduate of the prestigious Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre. Offering Beginner thru Advanced riding lessons and horsemanship. Starting riders from age 10 yrs to 90. With an emphasis on Western Riding in Franklin Tn
“I believe that horses teach us many Life Lessons.” There are so many benefits to horseback riding. Self confidence, Trust, Team work & Fitness to name just a few.
The education with horses never ends.
I have been riding horses since the age of eight years old.Also showing them as a teen.I wanted to further my education to become a true professional in the horse industry. Certification at Meredith Manor was key. I have also been fortunate to work/ride- hands on. With some of our nations greatest trainers. Competing with Reining horses on a a national level.
I consistently strive to seek more knowledge & information "Based on Fact" of this majestic animal! It never gets old. Yet,I truly feel my greatest teacher of all is THE HORSE.
My lessons come from each horse daily. Over the many years of my career. I have worked hard to understand their language. Which is very different from ours. In return, I have learned how to listen to them, yet remain the Leader. They dont mind,as long as you Earn it!
This is what I want to share/teach with each of my students. We all work as a team. It has been a beautiful journey.
I am forever.. ..a "Student of the Horse”.
There are things, Beginner Riders ~
need to learn about horses before they ever get on one.That is a huge missing piece for most. I want to help you understand how to communicate with them on the ground and in the saddle. Building Trust-Respect and Confidence ~ Guided with positive instruction.Horse handling-grooming-how to saddle and mostly RIDING.
I feel that a “fundamental understanding” of horses & riding. Will open up a whole new world of possibilities and enjoyment! It is a lifetime skill. EVERYONE has to start somewhere.
For the Advanced Rider ~ I am very confident I can help you develop more precise coordination of your body and your aides.Balance & timing are essential. Along with goal setting-hard work & dedication
So that you & your horse can begin to function as ONE. Competing with a much sharper edge- for today’s highly competitive show world! It is very rewarding when you have students that have earned National & Collegiate Titles.
Proving what can be achieved with a Calm-Attentive-Willing-horse. Trained with
finesse not force.
I specialize~ in the sport of Reining.
It doesn’t get any better than that.
Lets get started today!

PRIVATE or GROUP - Lessons available
BEGINNER through ADVANCED

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We are an all inclusive adventure driven bed & breakfast with 2 themed suites, horseback riding, shotgun/22 shooting, axe throwing, archery experience, kayaking and delicious home cooked meals. We have overnight stays as well as just daytime activities available.... See More

Learn from Certified Horsemanship Association certified English and Western riding instructor, Dale Rudin, who has over 30years experience in training, teaching, and showing. Dales's commitment is to give you a safe and joyful experience with horses.

Dale emphasizes the importance of a mutually respectful, calm, and compassionate relationship with our equine friends. Her focus is on developing confidence, trust, and connection between horse and human on the ground and under saddle. Safety and the horse's welfare are a priority.

New and experienced riders learn the importance of physical and emotional balance to themselves and their horse, how to ride with soft connection, and how understand and interpret their horses behavior. Dale will show you the extraordinary experience of developing a true partnership with your horse.

Dale teaches communication without force for optimum results. Her compassionate science-based techniques effectively resolve behavior issues, create happy horses and joyful horse-human partnerships.

Services Offered:

Lessons (riding, groundwork, clicker training, obstacles, liberty, pleasure, show, tricks)
Horse Training (all breeds and disciplines)
Confidence Building (horse and human)
Performance and Behavior Assessment
Horse Selection
Tack Selection
Feed and Nutrition
Management/Care (perfect for new horse parents)
Conflict/Behavior Solutions (biting, kicking, spooking, trailer loading, resistance, anxiety)

Have a fabulous experience with horses!
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Gait Keeper Farm is a boutique full service barn geared towards hunters and jumpers from new beginners to horse showing on the AA circuits.

GKF's goal is to develop confident, quality horses and confident correct riders.

We offer lessons for both children and adults.

We show from the local schooling shows to "AA" rated shows through out our Zone. If your goal is to compete, there are numerous opportunities to show throughout the year.

GKF is located on 88 acres in the bend of the Harpeth River in Franklin, Tn. Both pasture and stall boarding are available. Our large paddocks with four board fencing and run in sheds accommodate all the horses while turned out. Depending on the need of the horse, they can have as much turn out as they require. GKF has 16 stalls, 10 paddocks and 3 pony sheds. Most stalls are 11x16 or 10x12. GKF has 2 tack rooms, 2 wash bays, and several grooming stalls. exceptional turnout,
GKF's large arena 150 x 300hosts a full jump course by Fuzzy all weather arena, trails and plenty of room for conditioning is maintained for year round enjoyment. In addition, a seasonal jump field is erected in the lower acreage for open field jumping.

Ample open areas and trails for out of ring work are also available... See More

English and Western Riding lessons for all ages and levels. Fun safe instruction. We can help resolve riding issues and build your confidence so you can fulfill your equine purpose!
Convenient to Knoxville, Loudon, Roane County and Sweetwater. Just 10 min south of West Knoxville. A short drive for a great experience.... See More

We are only 17.0 miles from Watt Road at I-75/I-40 in West Knoxville and close to the same distance from the South-West end of Oak Ridge. We believe that because we list our address as Kingston, then the distance robots are figuring center to center of each city. Please check online with mapquest or google maps. You can find our physical address from our website in the about us button with a drop-down menu. Please select "directions."

At Blue Point Stables, LLC we instruct riding lessons 6 days a week, all year long, when we are not otherwise engaged at a Horse Show for our clients.

Brandy McDonnell is our Chief Riding Instructor. Brandy has more than 30 years of riding experience. Brandy is a certified "Master Instructor" from the Certified Horsemanship Association, allowing her to certify riders from beginning levels to the highest level of either English or Western style riding. The C.H.A. is one of the top leading certifying organizations for equine instructors. Brandy holds a lifetime membership in the C.H.A. as well as a lifetime membership with the American Quarter Horse Association (A.Q.H.A.).

Blue Point Stables, LLC is currently, accepting new students.

Our youngest students are as young as 6 years old. We have also had many Seniors that began learning to ride with us, as well as all ages in between. We instruct beginner to advanced riders. If you would like to schedule an appointment for a lesson, please give us a call. Or please feel free to contact us via email. To view our website, please visit us at bluepointstables.com.

Blue Point Stables, LLC, currently, and for years, has developed a very upbeat, strong and energetic Interscholastic Equestrian Association (I.E.A.) Show Team. The I.E.A. is for grades 4th through 12th. As of the 2019-2020 Season, we believe that we have one of the largest teams, if not the largest team, in East Tennessee.

We offer equine stable boarding and pasture boarding, at market value rates, for those clients that are looking for a trusted, established stables that caters to each equine with enhanced service and love.

ATTENTION Equine Families; each year we host a number of fantastic and fun Summer Camps, just about all Summer long. We've been doing this for many years. Our Summer Camps usually fill up fast. Each camp, for the past several years, has been full with a waiting list by approximately mid March. We suggest keeping an eye out for our Early-Bird registration with discounts. It's usually best to register early and reserve your date and place.... See More

Horsemania's summer camp starts June 4 with weekly sessions thru June and July. Horsemania is a place where beginner riders are introduced to equine safety and western horsemanship. We offer a girls overnight camp and day camp for children age 6 to 14 You can register for camp at www.horsemaniaridingcamp.com

Students ride in our indoor arena and on trail rides. Our camps are never rained out. For more information call Terri at . Also, inquire about our Mom and Me riding lessons or schedule a play date for 3, 4 & 5 year olds. Private and group lessons are available. Western lessons are taught by an HSA certified instructor. Please call for information on our birthday party packages. With a 74,500 square foot indoor arena our lessons are never rained out. We have horses for lease and for sale. There is a 200 lb. weight limit on our horses www.horsemaniaridingcamp.com... See More

Thank you for your interest in our horse lesson program!

We offer leadline through walk/trot riding lessons for beginners. We offer a non-show relaxed farm with kind horses and ponies. Our program is designed for those wanting a quality foundation.... See More

We are a family oriented riding and boarding facility located just a few minutes North of downtown Springfield. Our beautiful facility offers indoor and outdoor riding rings, a round pen, hot walker, wash bay with hot and cold water, and trails. In addition we have plenty of riding opportunities available, including year round lessons, show teams, summer camps, clinics, homeschool groups, and much more! Give us a call or check out our website to see what we're all about.... See More

You will leave Zavu's Place with a smile on your face, knowing an Experience Like No Other
It's all about you, It's all about the horse here. Worth the drive and time well spent.
Sessions Available for your consideration........

Riding Lessons: All ages. Introducing Horsemanship and riding, beginner riding, getting back into horses. I have a program for adults 50+ and Seniors. I will customize your lesson to your level and needs. Very safe & seasoned horses.

Getting Back into Horses/ New to the horse World: Has it been a few years...or 20 just getting into horses? I will get you up to speed, fill in the gaps and get you connecting with and feeling safe with horses. Whether its riding or not. Our horses are safe, and experienced. Perfect for families.

All of our sessions are private, family members welcome. Group lessons available.
Please call to schedule a complimentary consultation session.

Equine Therapy: Non traditional counseling-using horses to help discover issues, learning more about ourselves and how we interact or respond to others around us.
You might be surprised how a horse mirrors us thus allowing self discovery, empowerment and growth to take place in a fun, safe environment.

Confidence Building: Horses are truly a gift. They are our best teachers. They do not judge, but instead they patiently walk by our side as we learn to hold our head high and overcome our fears, horse related and otherwise. We know, we have walked that path. You do not need to be a horse person to benefit.

Private Birthday Parties

See our website www. zavusplace.com

All of our sessions are private, family members welcome. Group lessons available.
Please call to schedule a complimentary consultation session.... See More

We are a Barn with many years of experience in riding, showing and teaching how to properly ride a horse in a show setting.
We offer riding lessons in Western and English disciplines. Contact Debra at . We are a big part of the 4-H and our program is geared to start the beginner in a private lesson with the riders skills in mind to allow the individual to progress at there pace of achievement. We teach the beginners to advanced, children to adult. Our lessons are for 1/2 hour and 1 hour private one on one each. We also Show in , APHA, 4-H, Open and local for the type of experience you may have. We have many that are High point individuals and High point Barn.
We also offer Birthday Parties with with a horse for the party. We also offer Horse Camp during summer Break Call for more information.
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About us: We are an American Saddlebred breeding and training farm with 30 years of experience in Saddleseat instruction for riding and driving. We offer private and group lessons for all ages and experience levels. Our horses are appropriate for the timid and adventurous. Whether your goals are pleasure riding or winning blue ribbons in the show ring we can get you there!
We have both indoor and outdoor facilities as well as a heated & air conditioned office/lounge area, so don't worry about the weather. We can also be found on Facebook at Daybreak Riding Academy.... See More

Horseback riding lessons for all ages with a focus on fun and safety. Students learn everything from horse care to advanced riding. Horses are gentle and well trained. All equipment is provided. We have the best lesson horses in East Tennessee. We also offer colt starting and training with gentle and effective methods. All training comes with free riding lessons on your horse. Consultation for new horse owners and show coaching also available. www.erinstevenshorsemanship.com... See More

Full-Service Equestrian Center. Breeders of show-quality Ponies Of The Americas for Youth. Standing Palomino leopard, Future Gold, International Champion and Bay Fewspot leopard, JKB Supreme Scooter, sire of Multiple Select Sire winners and prestigious Get Of Sire winner. Lessons, coaching, training, showing, breeding and sales. Young POA show prospects available. Show horse leases available to qualified students for breed shows, 4-H, and Open. Ask about our B.L.A.S.T program for novice competitors! Call Darlene for more info, to schedule lessons, or to volunteer at the barn at .... See More