Horseback Riding in Woodstock, Illinois (Mchenry County)

WE DO NOT RENT OUT HORSES OR PROVIDE TRAIL RIDES

Our mission is to bring every rider to their full potential, by finding the
right fit of horse and rider, while still maintaining a fun, safe environment! We pride ourselves on the ability to make everyone that walks in the door feel like they are walking into a second family.

Seven Oaks Farm is very proud of their reputation for providing quality riding lessons to students of all levels and ages on the highest quality of diverse school horses. We provide 45 minute private English riding lessons and 60 minute semiprivate/group (ADVANCED JUMPING ONLY) lessons.

Boarding, shareboarding, horse showing, and horse sales also available. Please call/text or email directly to for prices, packages, and availability.... See More

***When contacting us, please include your email or phone number where we can reach you in the description section.*** Located in Woodstock, Illinois along the banks of the Kishwaukee River, Victorious Farm offers the finest in training, boarding, sales, leasing, transportation, and summer camps in the Chicagoland area. The facility has 30 heated stalls (10x10, 12x12, 14x14), indoor arena (75’ by 200’), tack rooms, clubrooms, viewing area, indoor/outdoor wash racks, and large grass/all weather pastures. During the warm seasons, enjoy viewing lessons from the elevated decks overlooking the outdoor riding arenas or enjoy a leisurely ride with your horse along the river.

We specialize in Hunters and Jumpers with various lesson programs, offering beginner through advanced levels. Appointment style scheduling makes signing up for lessons easy with your choice of 3 different instructors. Our instructors have extensive knowledge of the industry, including a USEF certified ‘R’ judge. Being part of the Victorious Farm Show Team offers the experience of a lifetime. We have riders that compete both locally (NIHJA) and at the national level (A’) across the country. No matter your level of experience, come be a part of our farm, where friends become family! Summer camps and birthday parties also available!... See More

Kenneth Dierks has a long and successful career in Eventing at the upper levels and showing in Dressage and Jumpers. He teaches Beginner thru Advanced levels. His style is patient and positive and focuses on instilling confidence in the horse and rider.

He has ridden in the NAYRC at the Intermediate** Level for 4 years and was a member of the gold-medal winning team in 1994. He has shown in the US Eventing Championships several times. A Communications Graduate from Augustana College and a U.S. Pony Club Graduate A, he can relate to young and older riders. Ken shows and trains numerous horses and specializes in young and problem horses.
Lessons and training are available by appointment . Text . E-mail ... See More

Western riding lessons for kids to adults, beginners to advanced riders. We have lesson horses available or you can bring your own. Instructor has 20 year experience with horses including riding, training, teaching, and showing in multiple disciplines from western pleasure, hunter under saddle, western all around, trail riding, and hunter/jumper. The lesson program's concentrate is on western horses. Whether you want to brush up on the basics, improve your horsemanship, or go to the horse shows, you will learn something new every lesson! First time riders welcome!

The facility includes indoor and outdoor riding arenas. Boarding is available.... See More

Sirena Richter Liggett & Tim Liggett opened Platinum Farm Inc. February of 2014. Offering lesson programs for riders of all ages and abilities, from beginners just starting out, to competitive riders showing on the “AA” circuit. Platinum Farm will help develop a custom program to meet the needs and goals of each individual client. Sirena and the staff of Platinum Farm are qualified, experienced, safety conscious hunter/jumper riders & instructors. Sirena has been working as a professional since 1998, & has trained many champion horses & riders. Sirena is certified by the American Riding Instructor Association and has a group of qualified instructors to help make your experience at Platinum Farm a great success. The focus at Platinum Farm is on developing champion riders with good horsemanship, and good basics, which is the foundation to a successful rider. All lessons are taught by experienced, qualified professionals. Private and group lessons are available seven days a week. Platinum Farm’s lesson horses are safe and experienced. Full-service grooming is also available at extra cost, including tack-up and un-tack of your horse.

Platinum Farm also offers summer camp sessions, birthday parties, and other special events. Contact Platinum Farm today for more information.... See More

Krussell Stables is a state of the art riding facility located in Richmond, IL. Krussell Stables specializes in saddleseat english style riding. Our lesson program is offered to both adult and youth riders. We have lesson horses in our program that will challenge the most experienced riders to those just starting out. All lessons are taught by professional adult instructors. Krussell Stables also offers professional horse training for individual horse owners that want to compete in horse competitions.... See More

The definition of "Silver Lining" is to emphasize hope and the bright side of situations. We emphasize the brighter side of your equestrian experience! Silver Lining Equestrian is a boarding and training facility located in Lake in the Hills, IL. We specialize in Hunter/Jumper training as well as breaking and training young horses.... See More

Hi, I'm Kathy Boettcher, a Connected Riding practitioner, here to help any rider from beginner to advanced learn the feel of riding in true connection with your horse or on one of our wonderful school horses or ponies. Join us to become a more effective rider in a shorter amount of time.
I've ridden my entire life and would enjoy helping you learn and enjoy the many benefits of having horses in your life.
I completed the Clarke Learning Center Stage II requirements under Eric and Michelle Clarke. (Quite similar to the requirements of a Parelli Level II with some of the Parelli Level III requirements.) I am currently a Blue level Connected Riding Practitioner with most of my Green level requirements finished. I plan to continue increasing my knowledge and ability to train and teach to provide an effective yet fun environment for my students.
Our from-the-ground up horsemanship program is here to help you achieve a partnership with a horse that will bring you a lifetime of good memories. Come on out and visit, we'd love to meet you.... See More

I teach English lessons, beginner through advanced. Starting age 6 and up.

Our lesson program is a "from-the-ground-up" program which includes hands on handling from the ground, incorporating skills learned through natural horsemanship and Connected Riding with Peggy Cummings. We offer lessons from the age of 4 on up, servicing riders of all ages and experience levels. Our goal is to help each student reach their individual goal(s).... See More

Riding and learning how to take care of your mount. Fundamental skills in safe, fun horsemanship. Lessons will make your confident and competent in riding in a balanced, secure seat so you can advance to jumping, riding basic dressage tests, riding trails or open fields, go participate in games on horseback, and round pen train. You will learn why horses behave like they do and have skills to be a good partnter to your horse. I teach to the level of the student and welcome questions from students. I will provide a safe lesson horse or help you with your horse and will travel to you or you are welcome to come to my place.... See More

Western and Hunt Seat Lessons Available for all levels and all ages of riders, from beginners to advanced. I have over 30 years experience in showing, instructing and judging. Each lesson, approximately one hour long, is private and individualized for the student, learn on one of my horses or board your horse at our full service facility and learn with your horse!
We have a large indoor arena for poor weather, and an outdoor for nice days.
Learn the basics of riding and horse care, just for fun, or for those equestrians with a more competitive nature, work toward showing one of our horses or your horse.
Finishing instruction is also available for showmanship, english equitation, western horsemanship and trail classes.... See More

Russellville Manor offers lessons to all ages on a private level.
Never more than 1 person in the arena at once.
Lisa is British Horse Society trained and has been teaching for 20 years. Safety is our number one factor. Helmets are provided here so no need to rush out and buy one. Showing on ISC and Jan 13 IHJA B
Give us a call and make an appointment to come out and see the barn and take a lesson using one of our safe lesson horses or trailer in your own. Please call me for more information... See More

Chestnut Hill Farm offers horseback riding lessons in Hunt Seat Equitation, at levels from beginner to advanced,children and adults. We take pride in teaching each student in a safe, non-stressful, caring environment. We have 5 school horses available, suitable for all levels. Or you may take lessons on your own horse. Each lesson is structured to the individuals learning needs, so the rider can get the most out of every lesson.

Our riding programs are designed for those who seek to become better riders and advance their riding skills, with qualified professional instructors. We take great care in matching riders with their horses. All levels are welcome in our family-friendly atmosphere. Students are taught more than riding, they are taught horsmanship which includes grooming and tacking before and after each lesson.... See More

Private facility offering a quality atmosphere & exceptional care for your horse!

Trainer - Amy Walker-Basak Amy is a Bronze and Silver USDF Medalist and has earned her Bronze and Silver Freestyle Bars. Graduated with Distinction in the "L" usdf Judging Program.... See More