Horseback Riding in Mchenry, Illinois (Mchenry County)

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

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

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

Equidream School of Horsemanship is the premiere riding school in Lake County, boasting people-oriented trainers and a comfortable atmosphere that caters to kids, teens and adults who love horses and love to ride.

We are a full service facility that offers lessons, sales and boarding. The facility has a heated barn with 26 stalls and a 160' x 75' indoor arena.

Beginner friendly and team focused, Equidream offers lessons for all level- from greenies to seasoned show riders plus comprehensive summer camps for kids, seasonal schooling shows, A and NIHJA show team and other fun Equi-events.

We are now running a special buy one get your next lesson free! Say you found us at newhorse.com at your first lesson!

Call to schedule directly with our trainers.

Or email for more information!

Hope to see you soon!... 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

Little Hunter Farm offers hunter-jumper lessons from beginning to advanced. lessons are generally private with some semi-private and small group lessons. Our show team participates primarily at NIHJA shows, but also attends 'A' shows. Our farm offers boarding; and has horses available for lease, as well as, a select group for sale. Riders may develop their overall horsemanship skills, by offering instruction which includes basic safety, handling and care of a horse in addition to riding instruction.... 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

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

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

I'm available for clinics, lessons or taking horses/riders into my training program. I'm currently working at Sunflower Farms in Wisconsin (www.sunflowerfarms.com).
It's a great place for training any kind of horse because there are 3 arenas and also heated. Especially now it's easier and safer to train horses when your arenas are heated and not to cold. If you are interested in any kind of help - please contact me.
Thank you so much
Andre... See More

Sharon has been such a blessing to my daughter and to our family. My daughter was a timid girl who loved animals and HORSES. Now she has learned responsibility and her self confidence has blossomed.
Sharon loves kids and teaching them about horses. I love her faith in the Lord. It shows in her loving, caring manner, and her every day talk AND actions. She is one of God’s beautiful clay master pieces!... See More

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

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

Fields & Fences is a premier equestrian facility with something to offer for all ages and levels of riders. We offer boarding & lessons, training, and sales. Fields & Fences hosts 'A' Shows, NIHJA shows, dressage shows and schooling shows, as well as dressage and hunter/jumper clinics. We also host a summer horse camp.... See More