Horseback Riding in Quincy, Massachusetts (Norfolk 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

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

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.

Gift Certificates available anytime.
Lessons offered to ages 5 and up. Confidence building for adults as well. Focus in on learning to ride for pleasure, be safe and become partners with your horse. English or western using balanced seat. Relaxed atmosphere, individualized instruction, tailored for each student and their needs.
Ma Licensed and CHA certified (www.cha-ahse.org) Lessons are on well mannered and well trained horses and ponies or will travel to you. Training and problem solving for your horse also available. Call for "meet and greet" of my special equine family.... See More

Boutique facility that offers training, sales and leases

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!!

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

Serendipity Stables Offers:
Lessons for all ages and levels
Boarding
Training
Camps
Serendipity Stables Mission Statement:
• To provide an opportunity to enhance the confidence, self esteem and pride in each rider we develop.
• To challenge each individual to excel at their own pace, blending goals with enrichment for a balanced, successful result.
• To conduct a safe, comfortable environment that denotes camaraderie, growth and satisfaction.... See More

My husband an I offer one on one instruction as well as group instruction. Both of us are MA certified instructors and have been teaching for well over 10 - 15 years. We are a family run buisness and a very family atmosphere. Here at Legacy Stable there is a place for all levels of riders and all levels of interest. From just wanting to ride every week and build confidence to showing we do it all. There is no pressure to show at Legacy, alot of our students adults and kids just want to ride and be around horses. But if your dreams also include showing we can reach those dreams for you as well.

From beginner riders that take part in local shows then move their way up to the Legacy Academy Program and show in the academy shows offered in new england. This program allows riders enrolled in lessons to compete locally in MA and NH, on farm owned lesson horses. The Academy Program is designed to introduce the new rider and their family to the world of horses and showing with out the commitment of owning their own horse.

Once a rider has excelled in our Academy Program Mike and Liz Murphy will help guide riders and their families through the horse purchasing process. Each family will sit down with Mike and Liz to discuss the goals they have in mind; Mike and Liz will then start searching to find the right match for the person they are looking for.

We at Legacy Stable can take you as far as you can dream: whether you are interested in competing on a local circuit or the national circuit. Mike and Liz will help you meet your goals and you have plenty of fun, smiles, laughter and meet new great friends along the way.

Come check us out!... See More

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

Merchant Manor Farm offers riding lessons in English, Western, Dressage, Jumping, Horsemanship, Mini Driving Instruction. We also offer horse and pony rides Fri, Sat and Sun from 12-4. Beginner to advanced welcome.

Horseback riding for all ages indoor arena IEA teams

We take pride in creating not only excellent riders but competent, compassionate, horse people. We teach on our wonderfully well trained welsh ponies. Children as young as 4 yrs are welcome and encouraged.

For those interested in competition we offer a number of opportunities to participate in local and recognized horse shows. The competitive atmosphere is a wonderful way to fortify teamwork in a supportive family like environment as well as independence and self confidence. Showing is available for every age and ability level.... 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