Horseback Riding in Akron, Ohio (Summit County)

A teacher first and foremost, Kerry Varble combines a lifetime of experience in multiple disciplines including eventing, hunter/jumpers, mountain trail, and endurance, with a professional approach to the education of horses and riders. She holds a masters degree in education from Walsh University and a graduate certificate in the teaching of learners with mild/moderate disabilities from Baldwin Wallace University.

As a riding instructor, Kerry is able to transition her teaching skills to help students gain the knowledge, confidence and expertise to accomplish their riding objectives while enjoying the learning experience.

In addition to assisting students achieve their riding goals, Kerry has trained horses of all breeds for jumping, dressage, and mountain trail. She specializes in working with off track thoroughbreds, and she has worked with CANTER Ohio doing first rides off the track and training rides to help transition horses to new careers.

In 2021 Kerry was champion of the open training division of the NEOMTA mini trials series with her mare, Happy Eloise, that she purchased as a three year old at the 2017 Mountaineer racetrack auction. She currently trains with ICP4* certified instructor Dr. Susan Hines, and has worked with Jackie Smith of Stone Gate Farm, learning all aspects of running horse trials and shows.

2021 training open champion NEOMTA mini trials series - Happy Eloise
2021 Winona Horse trials 2nd place and reserve TIP, FEH 4YO - Ocean of Diamonds
2020 novice open champion NEOMTA mini trials series - Happy Eloise
2020 Stone Gate Farm mini trial 1st place starter open - Goonie’s Dancer
2020 Pure Gold dressage show/CT 1st place USEA training tests A and B - Goonie’s Dancer
2019 Stone Gate Farm June event derby 1st place beginner novice - Happy Eloise
2018 Pure Gold Winter Jumper series champion beginner novice - Happy Eloise
2017 Survivor Run competitive trail ride 2nd place - Belle of Boyd
2017 Stone Gate Farm Jumper show 2nd place - Ziquiz
2017 Winona Horse Trials FEH 4YO 1st place - Belle of Boyd
2017 Pure Gold winter jumper series 2nd place - Song of Summer
2017 South Farm February winter jumper show four 1st places in one day - Belle of Boyd
2016 Survivor Run competitive trail ride 2nd place - Mr. Keeper
2016 Survivor Run competitive trail ride best conditioned - Mr. Keeper
2016 Pure Gold July hunter show 1st place CANTER equitation medal class - Mr. Keeper
2016 Pure Gold July hunter show reserve champion low adult hunter division - Mr. Keeper
2016 Pure Gold CT 1st place novice - Mr. Keeper
2016 Hackamore Farm mini trial 1st place beginner novice open - Mr. Keeper
2016 Stone Gate Farm May jumper show 1st place beginner novice - Whimsical R
2016 Stone Gate Farm jumper derby 2nd place - Whimsical R
2014 Chagrin Valley Farms recognized reserve champion baby green hunter division - SF Deriana... See More

Equestrian Elite is a World Champion program, home to registered Morgan and Miniature horses. Our mission is to provide a fun and safe atmosphere for everyone learn about horses! We offer year around specials from birthday parties, group lessons, to couples specials and family packages! We also provide instruction for beginners through advanced riders in Hunt Seat, Saddle Seat and Western. Our beautiful state of the art facility is located close to historic down town Oberlin, perfect for a family outing.

Equestrian Elite provides horses, tack, a helmets for every rider so all you have to bring is yourself and be ready to have some fun! We believe that there is so much more to learn about horses than just riding that is why we take pride in educating everyone about all aspects of the horse, encouraging you to come early to get the full horse experience.

Whether you’re interested in becoming a serious show ring competitor or simply wish to enjoy casual riding and instruction in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, you are welcome in our program. Our qualified instructors and hand picked horses will help you succeed in meeting your goals whatever they may be.... See More

Sherri is a high honors graduate of Kent State University with Bachelor of Science degree in teaching. She currently runs one of the largest horse 4-H clubs in the county. She has a passion for instruction. Her love for horses and the children that ride them is evident in her training. She offers comprehensive instruction both on and off the horse to prepare her students both children and adults for the show ring if desired. She teaches both typically developing and special needs students. Students learn safety, parts of the tack, horse, gaits of movement, methodology, training techniques, care and overall handling of a horse. Her students range in age from 4-74!... See More

Heulwen Farm strongly believes that when developing the equestrians of tomorrow, safe horsemanship and care of the animal are just as important to teach as mounted skills. We honor the horse as a living being. Students practice compassion, empathy and communication skills by learning about every aspect of horsemanship from the ground up. Through our unique curriculum students will be recognized for mounted and unmounted accomplishments while gaining a deep love and an appreciation for their four legged partners.

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Erin Diehl
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WE PROVIDE BEGINNER TO ADVANCED RIDING LESSON.WE TRAIN IN ALL DEMANDS AND BREEDS. PLEASE CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

Little Glen Stables has programs and services for a wide range of interests. Whether you are a seasoned equestrian interested in further training, boarding or showing; a parent interested in a pony ride for children; or a beginner riding looking for safe and fun instruction, we have services and programs to suit your needs. We have a full service lesson program for beginners of all ages and experienced riders of all levels. Our quality school horses and ponies come in all sizes to accommodate riders ages four and up. Little Glen travels to many of the top A-Circuit shows and schooling shows. Jenna Hoy, a graduate of Lake Erie College, available for full time lessons and training. Jenna Hoy is also the coach of the Little Glen Equestrian Team, a interscholastic equestrian team for middle school and high school riders. Currently looking for middle school and high school students from beginner to advanced riding levels. The team has been champions the last three IEA horse shows!!!! Come join a champion team!! Contact directly at or Jenna Hoy... See More

We offer ground safety and riding lessons to ALL ages, specializing in dressage and saddleseat.

Holly Hill Farm is a full service equestrian facility specializing in quality full care boarding and English Hunt Seat Riding lessons for all ages and skill level. Just minutes from I-90, our facility features 33+ acres of wooded and open riding trails, an indoor riding arena, a large outdoor all-weather riding arena, and a 40 stall barn. We also offer several other services such as: leasing of horses, fun and educational summer camps, training, sales, horse showing, birthday parties, grooming services, and workshops. Our certified instructors are knowledgeable and we pride ourselves in creating a warm, friendly atmosphere. For more information please visit our website www.hollyhillfarm.us or call .... See More

English: general horsemanship up to competitive hunter/jumper

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Our professional is Heather Froehlich. Heather is a second generation horse trainer with 15 years teaching and training experience already at the age of 28. She has extensive experience in hunters, jumpers, equitation, dressage and horse health care. Heather has very successfully shown at Regional A rated shows qualifying for nationals 6 consecutive years as a child rider as well as qualifying numerous students for finals as well.
Heather has trained with a variety of professional trainers including Lynn Cartellone, Jeff Gogul, Farra Phillips-Hillyard and John Roper. She has also attended numerous clinics, studying the concepts of George Morris, Susan Harris, Felicitous, and Frank Madden. From 2006 - 2008 she spent in Central Pennsylvania training horses and riders of all levels including serving as assistant coach for the Bucknell Equestrian Team.
Heathers is an experienced and enthusiastic trainer dedicated to producing well-rounded, effective and confident equestrians. Anyone who works with Heather comes to appreciate the one on one attention given to both the horse and rider and the attention to details. Heather has attained a high skill level of riding and is able to school or re-school the greenest of horses. We teach all ages and levels of hunter, jumper and hunt-seat equitation riding and will help you reach your specific riding goals while learning invaluable horsemanship skills.
Our trainer and students attend shows and clinics in order to keep current on the latest riding techniques.  
Please come join in on the fun that is known as...
...Hunter Vale Show Stables... See More

English and Western lessons are available to all levels and ages of students. Private and group lessons are available. Lessons are offered Monday-Saturday. Week long summer camps and Pony Express Mini Camps. IEA highschool and middle school competitive Huntseat & Western Riding Teams. Birthday parties offered too. Trainer/Instructor - Jeannine Palozzi - Jeannine is also a carded 4-H and open show judge in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Illinois... See More

Luminous Acres is a small and family friendly boutique riding facility catering to riders ages 6-18. We focus on beginner to advanced instruction with a strong foundation of safety, proper seat and balance in the saddle. We offer safe lesson ponies of various sizes to cater to different aged riders as well as their experience level. We offer larger horses for more experienced riders and select adults. We do not offer horse boarding.... See More

Hi im a riding teacher for people who have just got their first horse or have a very green horse, I do not teach riding on my horses because of liability reasons. Please contact me for more info.

We built the first ever permanent indoor mountain trail park in the world. We start our riding lessons in the arena to teach safety and how to maneuver then move to the course, we also have pony camps, birthday parties and girl scout organizations. Watch for our Cowgirl Camps a great time to get together with you and your horse.... See More

Located in Vermilion, OH. I am a University of Findlay graduate holding 2 Bachelors Degrees in Equine Business Management and Western Equestrian Studies offering riding lessons, training, show coaching and 4H help in the areas of Lorain, Huron and Erie counties of Ohio. Instruction is available for all ages of riders, with a focus on building a solid horsemanship foundation in both beginners and advanced riders. My students and clients compete in hunter under saddle, western pleasure, showmanship, horsemanship and equitation. We primarily show on the Quarter Horse show circuits, as well as local open shows. I have coached riders to multiple National qualifications and top tens. We are also recruiting new riders for our Youth Equestrian Development Association Team for riders in 4th -12th grade. No experience or horse are necessary to join our team. Please call me or find us on Facebook to see more information and pictures. You can find us under Ashley Woods Show Horses or Edge Equestrian Team. Thanks for looking!... See More