Horseback Riding in Athens, Ohio (Athens County)

Full care Boarding Facility, 60 x 120 indoor arena and 95 x 195 outdoor arena, full care 12 x 12 matted stalls, cleaned, feeding twice a day. English or Western riding lessons, and horse training available. Please call English and Western riding lessons and NBHA Speed events. Horses available to lease for upcoming show season and 4-H. Graphic and Photography Service wideangleranch.com Wide-Angle Ranch has their own Farrier, Vet, and Chiropractor but you are welcome to use your own as well. First and Last months rent and Coggins is needed before you move a horse in . Check us out Wide-Angle Ranch on facebook... See More

Specializing in Western Pleasure and Hunter under Saddle, Twelve Pines Stable is ready to help both beginners and seasoned riders alike. Lesson programs are designed both for the beginner and the accomplished rider.
• Hunter Under Saddle
9; Equitation
• Hunter Hack
• Working Hunter and Equitation Over Fences
• Western Pleasure
• Horsemanship
• Trail
• Showmanship

Lessons generally last one hour, but extra time should be allowed for tacking and cooling off, brushing, etc. It is recommanded that you arrive at least 15 min early.

Helmets are encouraged but required only for fences. Jeans or breeches (no shorts!) are recommended and a shoe or boot that allows you to wear a spur.

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Katie Aiken is certified by the internationally recognized American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA) at the highest level in both Dressage and Recreational Riding (www.riding-instructor.com). Katie is the only ARIA-certified Level 3 dressage instructor in Ohio, and has been teaching horseback riding professionally since 1992. She teaches private or group lessons to adults and to children as young as 6 years old.... See More

ABOUT HEAVENLY GAITS FARM

We love helping horses and people open the lines of communication.
I have been a student of the horse for as long as I can remember.

I would like to help you improve your horse's performance while establishing a better relationship through learning to understand your horse's body language and communication to you. We also will work on understanding how your body language, and energy affect your horse's performance.

Your horse is always communicating with you. I will help you understand what your horse is saying and teach you how to reply in a way that makes sense to your horse and he can understand.

For over 30 years I have studied and taught horse behavior. My life is dictated to the understanding of, and the communication with horses.
I always strive to find a better way to improve my understanding and communication with horses and to share this with you.

From the ground to their backs we will play with our horses.
We will do this by studying how horses communicate with each other.
This will improve your leadership and relationship with your horse.
The result will increase the confidence you and your horse have in each other, which will increase the trust you share.

I love working with weanlings, to older horses.
From trail riding, arena riding, gaited, western, english, jumping, trail competition,
I have a passion for all.
We can start your young horse under saddle, or finish your horse for a trail competition, or any goal in between.

I will help you learn to develop the mind, emotions, and the body of you, and your horse.

Come and share your journey if the horse with me!... See More

Stonegate is one of th emost elite riding barns in the Coolville area. Owner: Karen Hiehle has coached kids to the Maclay Finals, Pony Finals, and USEF Medal finals.Her son Michael Hiehle has his own IEA team which caters to the highschool aged children who wish to gain show experience and ride a variety of horses. Last year Michael coached his very first team all the way to zones which is only second to nationals. The approach to training either you or your horse is tailored specifically to your needs. There is plenty of opprtunity to show and gain the upmost confidence and experience. Shows are hosted regularly in the large lighted indoor arena and cost very little to attend.If you are looking to attend larger shows Karen and Michael travel frequently to Culpeper, Chagrin, Lexington(VA), and many other show circuits. Besides the highscool team, there is and intercollegiate team. The Ohio University Equestrian Team rides at the barn and often stays around during the summer to ride on the local and rated circuits.
Our boarding accomidations are very well kept due to our fantastic barn help: Justin Martin and Josh! There is a more affordable shedrow barn, that is situated next to the outdoor ring, which is getting re-done this summer as it needs some newer footing. There is also the slightly more expensive indoor barn, which is located next to the indoor arena. Both barns include a wash bay and two full tack rooms.
If your horse is in need of trainig, there are a few of the better riders, who often take on a few summer project horses.
There are so many services offered at Stonegate Farm, that it would be unfair to try and list them all. Please give Michael Hiehle a call and discuss your future goals for you, your horse, or both and just see where the possibilities take you.
Some of the girls at the barn attended the Chagrin Valley Farms horse show. They placed very well with many wins in the eq and jumpers! Congrats to Hallie Seiser riding Ralph, Chrissy Hunley riding Lewis, Katie Montgomery riding Dudley, Sarah D. and Anna Duble riding Zen, and Kyrstin James riding Dillon. Great job girls. To view the video of the fantastic weekend just use this web adress: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=154
The video does start with the girls singing karaoke at a restaraunt they found. It happened to be karaoke night, so a few of them took a crack at it. Please stick to riding girls!!!... See More

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Ellen teaches lessons to people of all ages and experience levels. There are several school horses available so if you don't have your own horse the farm can provide an appropriate mount. Ellen also travels to other farms and is willing to work with you at your location. Although Ellen specializes in hunter jumper lessons emphasizing dressage basics she also enjoys taking her students and horses on trail rides. She believes it is important for horses to enjoy their job and for students to have a varied experience.... See More

Certified instructors offer therapeutic riding lessons for riders with disabilities challenges, beginner and intermediate lessons, Veterans Horses for Heroes and First Responders, Family Programs, Equine Facilitated Learning

I have 25 yrs. riding experience. I have shown in the Arabian and open show circuit. I am a 4-H/Open show Judge. I instruct on safety first and then we ride. If you are not comfortable on the ground, then you don't start riding until you are. Very relaxed atmosphere, no pressure. I take my time with all the kids. I offer In-hand halter(all breeds), showmanship, Eq./Horsemanship, english and western. call or visit website www.brarabians.com... See More

Boutique riding lesson facility for kids. I can also travel to you and your horse.

We provide lessons for the beginner through advanced rider, focusing on the importance of a correct seat for successful communication with your horse. Whether you prefer Western or English disciplines, we will help you communicate clearly with the horse for balanced and collected movement. Some people call this 'centered riding' and some call it 'biomechanics,' we call it solid horsemanship. We provide lessons on our horses or you can load in.

For those starting out in horse riding, we will provide you instruction on horse care, grooming, haltering and leading a horse. We will show you how to tack up, and we will discuss the horse's structure and the biomechanics of riding. We want you to learn the cues for riding, when to apply them and why they work. Under saddle you will learn how to balance upon your horse and communicate with your horse through your hands, seat and legs. We will provide you training in walk, trot and canter in an arena setting and then move outside of the arena for more challenge.

For the intermediate student who currently rides and wants to expand their ability, we will further develop your seat with balance and agility exercises. You can learn flying lead changes, dressage patterns or how to jump - anything is possible once you have confidence in your seat. We have younger riders learning to show and several adult owners who want to become more confident and enjoy their horse again. Show coaching is available. Please contact us directly for more information!... See More

My program focuses on developing a working bond between horse and handler. In doing so confidence is fostered not only in the rider but the horse as well. This creates a solid foundation based on positive reinforcement and facilitates easy learning advancement in addition to preventing negative habits from forming.
I have been involved with horses my whole life. At age nine I began breaking and training ponies. I have shown with AQHA and NSBA for the last sixteen years and have had the opportunity to apprentice with many great horsemen of the industry. My personal achievements include 2008 NSBA Res. Limited Rider of the year, 2008 Reichert Intermediate Slot class winner, 2010 Reichert champion, multiple top five and top ten placings at the All American Quarter Horse Congress. In addition to these wins, several of the two year olds I have trained have gone on to have successful show careers.... See More

Blackhawk Riding Academy provides PRIVATE beginner lessons for ages 3 and up on SAFE horses. Our facility offers indoor and outdoor arenas, heated restroom and kitchenette area. Call us today to schedule appointment.

Hunt Seat Riding Lessons - ages 6 years and up, adults welcome! Beginner to advanced/jumping. Adults looking to get back in the saddle can opt for a "hack" session, or ride the trails - a great way to relax! Experienced, knowledgable instructors; indoor/outdoor arena, wooded trails. We focus on safety, a solid foundation in equitation, and having fun! A great way to stay in shape and enjoy the outdoors. Please e-mail with your riding experience, what kind of instruction you are looking for, and days / times you are available.... See More

Professional, Reliable, and Experienced in western pleasure, flat hunter, and english pleasure horses