Horseback Riding in Free Union, Virginia (Albemarle County)

Instructor with years experience showing and teaching. All riding levels

The lesson curriculum at Bellemount centers on hunt seat instruction for riders of all levels of ability. Instruction provides a solid basis of correct equitation adn rider/horse communication. Our lead instructor has a master's degree in education and effectively combines her love of horses with her love of teaching.... See More

EKG Stables offers students the oppurtunity to become horsemen. From the smallest beginner to the oldest adult, Erin emphasizes that through hard work and paitence anyone can acheive success. Every rider needs to be able to communicate with their horse in order to acheive a true appreciation of the horse. We offer riding lessons, by an ARIA certified instructor, from the beginner to the Grand Prix jumper in private or very small group sessions.... See More

Jan Snodgrass can teach you how to develop your horse’s topline through a combination of TTouch-based bodywork, in-hand exercises and specialized work under saddle. Jan’s 40 years of experience includes 30 years of TTouch, (the work of Linda Tellington-Jones), eventing though advanced level, third level dressage, reschooling OTTBs, rehabbing horses with many types of physical problems and more. This background has enabled Jan to develop a unique program specifically designed to develop your horse’s Topline. In addition, Jan offers rehabilitation for horses with physical problems, especially those recovering from EPM, Lyme and other neurological ailments. Jan’s LightHeart Farm is in the heart of Virginia’s horse country. Like The Excellent Horse on face book contact her through her website.... See More

Kelsey is an upper level eventing rider who recently moved to the Hanover area and is looking for some new students! Kelsey has competed her 2 horses from their first event to the CCI* and intermediate levels. She also has experience in dressage, jumpers, 4H, and polocrosse. Kelsey takes students to local horse trials and 4H shows, including the state 4H Championships. She can travel and accommodates trailer ins (has a nice set of show jumps and a handful of XC fences on her farm, with a dressage ring in the works). She also has some experienced horses to learn from! Kelsey is a public school teacher by profession and has students from 4 years old to adults! She also teaches clinics and judges local shows.... See More

Templar Farm LLC is committed to training both horse and rider, of all levels, to their top potential. We offer both dressage instruction, as well as hunter/jumper. Our experienced trainers work with students just starting out, to advanced students looking to compete on the rated circuit. The premiere facility features 100’ x 200’ outdoor arena, 168’ x 65’ indoor arena with dust free footing and viewing area, and climate controlled lounge. Beginner through advanced lesson horses are available and haul- in’s are welcome.

Spots are available for training horses. We are happy to work with all, including young horses, severe rehab cases and troubled/difficult horses.

Please contact us directly through Facebook, or our contact information. We cannot reply to messages through this website.... See More

At Hill Top Stables we believe that our students strive to capture their talent of working as a team and as an individual. While having fun learning and acquiring skills to unlock the gate to a field of equine knowledge.

We offer Western & Hunter Under Saddle Lessons for ages 4 to Adult.We have Beginner Adult lessons, private or small group.Lineline lessons for 4 -8 year olds, this gives our youngest riders a good safe start, with a 30 minute lesson. All lessons start with basics and work forward at the riders pace with a strong focus on Equitation. We specialize in building riders confidence.Flexable lesson times available, Days,evenings and some summer weekends available. We offer training ground work and breaking to fine tune or finish your horse.-Western Pleasure- Showmanship- Trail- Barrels and Pole bending. Our indoor arena lets us ride year around.... See More

Lehnig Eventing, based at Brently Woods Stables, is committed to excellence in the equestrian sport through the continued education of our riders, horses, and trainer, Rosa Lehnig. We are dedicated to developing competitive horses and riders, while keeping them safe and happy in all their endeavors, by teaching and building on the fundamentals of equitation, dressage and jumping.

Lehnig Eventing offers training in the areas of dressage, show jumping, hunters, and eventing, with a focus on producing the highest level of performance possible for horse and rider. Training is offered on your own horse at your farm or BWS or on lesson horses at BWS.... See More

North Star Stables is an inclusive riding facility offering riding lessons for people of all abilities. Instructor Teresa Pilegaard teaches with a foundation of classical dressage and focuses on adapting her teaching style to the needs of each individual rider. A PATH International IT, Teresa constantly pursues excellence in her riding and instructing.

Riding lessons are available for students age 2 - adult. Therapeutic riding lessons are available to students age 4 and up.

PLEASE NOTE NEW HORSE DOES NOT PROVIDE ME WITH YOUR CONTACT INFO. PLEASE CALL TO INQUIRE.... See More

ARIA Certified Riding Instructor, Boarding, Training, Christian Environment. Visit website for pictures & more information.

Our goal at Stone Bridge Farm is to offer our riders the best riding instruction, facilities and horses available in southwest Virginia -- and to do so in an environment that is fun, welcoming, and safe. In the last year, our high school and middle school riding teams have been among the most successful in the Mid-Atlantic states, and many of our show riders have earned local, state and national recognition.

Our trainers are experienced professionals, with demonstrated success in hunters, jumpers and equitation.
Whether your or your child are just starting out as a rider, or want to set and work towards competitive goals, we would be happy to welcome you at Stone Bridge Farm.

Our lesson program offers lessons seven days per week, from 10:00 am through 6:00 pm. Please call, email or visit our web site for more information.... See More

Pine Crest Farm LLC. offers ample opportunity for adults and children of all ages to get involved with riding lessons. We pride ourselves on our hands on approach that focuses on horse and stable management as well as hunt seat equitation in the riding ring. Pine Crest Farm has private and group lessons available for the budding equestrian, adult looking to get back into riding, or the advanced student who wants to sharpen their skills for the show ring!

Our lesson program offers private or group lessons at reasonable rates with sibling and referral discounts! We individualize each lesson and try to keep the group at 4 or smaller to give each rider the most attention. Pine Crest Farm also offers horse showing opportunities to all students who take lessons. We also offer "free riding" and leasing opportunities as well.

Please give us a call at to find more about what Pine Crest Farm can do for you!... See More

Swift Creek School of Equitation has been in practice since 1978, offering a convenient location with a great facility and accredited staff which includes, Jessie Clise Lohr (owner/trainer), Molly Alaimo and Ashley Smoral. Our riding program is designed for beginner riders up through advanced levels, ages 5 and up. The main goals are horsemanship, exercise and fun for all ages and abilities. Our riders continue to succeed at mini shows, local shows and USEF national shows. We are also the organizers of The Central Virginia Show Jumping Association. We offer group and private lessons, boarding, training, and leasing. Our facilities include two lighted outdoor arenas, an indoor arena, a grass jumper field, and access to trails. In addition to hunters and jumpers, we foxhunt with Deep Run Hunt Club and offer western lessons (including barrel racing) and attend VCA events (Virginia Cowboys Association).... See More

Sam Snapp, instructor, over 30 years of western trail riding and barrel racing under her seat. She makes her lessons fun, exciting and educational. Learn from the hoof up, how to saddle, then gallop into the sunset. A.Q.H.A. and WPRA barrel racing champion.... See More