Horseback Riding in Bay City, Michigan (Bay County)

Donna and Lauren not only provide a competitive atmosphere for the most serious students, but pride themselves in a family atmosphere where kids,
as well as adults, always feel welcome. We are devoted to sportsmanship and horsemanship, the two key factors to an exceptional rider.

Donna Caston was an alternate for the U.S.E.T. Show Jumping Team under the direction of Hall of Fame Show Jumper Ben O'Meara. Donna trains horses to all levels of competition and has over 40 years experience.

We offer competitive training rates and coordinate programs that best fit any horse's needs. Lauren Caston is an assistant trainer who can support any rider's showing needs and abilities. From the A circuit to the beginner shows, we accommodate your capabilities.... See More

We are an inclusive facility that develops riding abilities and encourages an appreciation of horses through a variety of activities with our Haflinger horses. We specialize in beginner and therapeutic riding classes as well as badge programs for Scouts.... See More

Learn to ride and care for horses from a USDF Silver Medal rider in a safe environment. Megan Levine teaches on school horses and ponies, or rider owned horses, focusing on safe skill aquisition for the equestrian pair. All ages at any level are welcome. Clinics, camps and birthday parties are also offered at Heart Pond Stables. Travel to your location is available. Private or small group lessons.... See More

ARIA Certified Riding Instructor Huntseat/Jumping/Dressage
Kind and safe lesson horses for all ages and skill levels
Family-like atmosphere
In-barn schooling shows
Yearly student calendar
Summer Camps
Holiday Horse Camps
Lessons year-round in our indoor and outdoor arenas
Lease horses available
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With years of experience with young, problem, English (hunter/jumpers, eventers, dressage, pleasure), Western, and trail horses; let Caroline Remus help you get your confidence back, prepare for show season, put in some training rides for fine tuning, or fix your problem horse (this includes trailering/ loading issues too!). Caroline has been teaching/ pro riding horses for the previous 5 years and has more than 15 years experience with many types of horses. Caroline can come to your farm or you can trailer in and use a private facility located in Riley, MI.

Carolines main focus when teaching/ training is safety and proper horsemanship. Learn how to become a real horse person rather than be a person that owns horses.
With a wide range of locations, there is very few places out of reach. Currently servicing the Oxford, Metamora, Romeo, Memphis, Richmond, St. Clair, and Marine City areas! Call/ Text/Email Caroline for scheduling or pricing! or ... See More

Debbi Johnson is a multi disipline trainer. Reining, cowhorse, Western Pleasure, Dressage, Colt Starting & Natural Horsemanship. Also she is open to any breed.

Lessons provided at your facility, with your equine partner!

Beginner Horseback Riding Lessons. All Ages. Private facility. Indoor and outdoor arenas. Oxford MI

Excalibur Horse Center offers lessons in hunters, jumpers, and barrel racing & gymkhana. Whether you are just starting out or looking to advance your skills, we offer a fun and safe environment in which to grow as a rider. We accept riders of all ages and skill levels, and offer both private and small group lessons.

Our trainer will work with you and your horse to help you reach your goals, whether you plan to compete, wish to improve your skills, or are simply looking for a fun recreational activity. For our students interested in showing, our trainer is available to accompany you at shows as well.

Kellyn Burtka’s experience in the equestrian field is long and diverse. Starting at an early age, Kellyn has pursued a single-minded goal of excellence in all things equestrian, and has competed in the Michigan Hunter Jumper Association circuit events, as well as showing in numerous divisions including Hunt Seat, Western Pleasure, and gymkhana at various breed-association and open shows across the state.

Kellyn’s formal education includes a degree in Animal Science and Agribusiness Management from Michigan State University with a specialization in horses. In addition, Kellyn studied at the renowned Enniskillen College in Northern Ireland, receiving training in Show jumping, Dressage and Thoroughbred racing, as well as the breaking and training of green horses.

Kellyn has a long history of training and teaching, including teaching courses in topics from horse selection and confirmation, to driving draft horses, to equine plant toxicology. Kellyn founded the Novi High School Equestrian Team in 1999, and coached the team until 2007. Not satisfied with being on a horse, Kellyn also founded the MSU Driving Club in 2005, and competed at the Great Lakes International Draft Horse Show & Pull.

Kellyn has worked with horsemen from around the world to put together a training and teaching program that focuses on problem-solving with a light touch and starting young horses under saddle with an emphasis on positive communication. Kellyn’s methods include the best elements of Natural horsemanship combined with traditional European techniques.

Don’t own your own horse? We have well-trained school horses available for you to ride in lessons. Our school horses are hand-picked for their temperament, training, and abilities. Our lesson program focuses on building confidence and skills both in the saddle and on the ground.... See More

Blackstone Stables is a full service English riding facility. We offer lessons, training, shows, camps and carriage rides see our website for more information.

Higgins Stables is happy to provide a safe, structured, and educational lesson program that is tailored to the individual needs of the rider. We offer lessons ranging from beginners, to riders looking to own and show their own horses. Whether your goal is to ride for fun and exercise, or you want to eventually start showing, Higgins Stables has a program that will work for you.

Please Contact Kimber Sharp to schedule your lesson!

Kimber Sharp - Instructor
810 - 423-1757
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The professional staff at SMR Equestrian is committed to providing students with a safe and positive environment in which to learn and have fun. We focus on building a well-rounded horseperson by not only teaching students to ride, but also providing lessons in horsemanship, sportsmanship, and showmanship.

SMR Equestrian offers a comprehensive lesson program for children and adults (ages six and up) from beginner to advanced levels. SMR Equestrian is unique in its ability to take riders from beginning young riders to top show riders. Whether you are a beginner rider, pleasure rider, or show rider, we have a program suited for you. We have a number of quality school horses, from beginner horses to 3’ jumping horses*.

Our lesson program features small classes with no more than four riders in a lesson at a time, providing individualized quality instruction. In order to provide a safe environment that is conducive to learning, there are never more than five horses working in the arena during lesson hours.

Please see our Riding Session Information Sheet on our website for current pricing, lesson schedule and other pertinent information. Please call or email to arrange an appointment to tour the facility, meet our staff and horses, and discuss you or your child’s riding goals and how we can help you to achieve those goals.

In addition to our lesson program, we offer several quality show horses for lease and half lease. Please see our sales page on our website for further information on horses available and why leasing may be the right choice for you or your child.... See More

Julie Bolas is the on site instructor/trainer at Dovetail Dressage. She was certified through ARIPC Level 2 Dressage. She has shown successfully through Pre St. Georges and has started the USDF "L" judge program to further her education. She has most recently studied with Maryal Barnett, USDF "S" judge. Her emphasis is on proper riding basics and balance and creating harmony between horse and rider. Dovetail has limited schooling horses to begin your riding journey but also specializes in troubleshooting and correcting problems for more advanced riders. Julie has started many students on the path to successful ownership and showing on the schooling and recognized show circuits. Come and visit this beautiful, peaceful facility and begin or continue your riding journey.... See More

Ascend Equestrian was founded on the principle of family, friends, and providing a safe environment in which to learn and have fun. We focus on building a well-rounded horseperson by not only teaching students to ride, but also providing lessons in horsemanship, sportsmanship and showmanship. It is with this focus that we build successful riders who are competitive both at the local and national levels and contenders at national finals year after year.

Ascend Equestrian offers a comprehensive lesson program for children and adults ages 6 and up, from beginner to advanced levels. Our lesson program features small classes with no more than four riders in a lesson at a time, scheduled according to age and level, providing individualized quality instruction for all riders. In order to provide a safe environment that is conducive to learning, there are never more than five clients riding in the arena at a time, a feature that is unique to our training program.

Beginner riders start off in a private lesson to learn the basics of steering, controls, and position, before progressing to a semi-private lesson. Lessons are grouped according to level, age and height jumping in order to maximize progress.

Our lesson times are as follows:

Private Lessons- 30 minutes
Semi Private with 2 riders- 45 minutes
Semi Private with 3-4 riders- 1 hour

In addition to time spent in the saddle, riders should plan to spend an additional 30-45 minutes before their lesson and 30 minutes to an hour after their lesson grooming, tacking, bathing, grazing, and caring for their horses. Initially, this process will be guided by one of our instructors or working students, with the goal of creating independent knowledgeable horsewomen and men who can care for their own mounts.

We offer several safe, quality school horses of all sizes, skills, and levels from beginner to advanced. We treat our school horses like our top show horses, providing for the best possible experience for our riders on horses that are happy, healthy and ready to perform their best for their lessons. Our school horses are never ridden more than 5 days per week and not more than once per day and have access to the same top care provided to our show horses.

We invite new clients to schedule an evaluation lesson to meet our horses and instructors and learn just how fabulous our lesson program is. This evaluation lesson also serves as an opportunity for our trainers to assess our new clients’ riding and ensure that we can provide the best possible horse and lesson suitable to their needs and goals. After the initial evaluation lesson, riders are required to sign up for a minimum of one lesson per week in order to continue in our program.

In addition to our lesson program, we offer several quality horses for lease, half lease, and quarter lease for those looking to take their riding to the next level.... See More

Forte's hunter, jumper, equitation riding lesson program offers experienced, professional staff focused on you. The program is run by USHJA certified instructor Allison Howson who holds a degree in Equestrian Studies degree from the University of Findlay, and has nearly 15 years of professional experience. Lessons are designed to provide measurable growth for serious riders of all levels. Small group and private lesson allow instructors to adapt lesson plans for each rider. Competition on both a local and national level is offered and encouraged. Horses are available for lease, and we can assist you if you are interested in making a purchase. More information is available www.fortefarmllc.com please contact us directly via email or phone!... See More