Horseback Riding in Southington, Connecticut (Hartford County)

Stonecrest Farm is an exceptional boarding facility capable of handling all of your equestrian needs. We pride ourselves in the care we give to both our students and to our horses. We offer boarding, lessons, leasing and showing. Instruction is available for all levels and abilities on incredible, loved, well behaved ponies and horses. You can trailer in your horse or pony or use one of ours. We also ride along the river trail, teaching the rider how to remain balanced on different terrain. This is very relaxing and a great escape. We have very large fields and boarder 300 acres of land trust that we are welcome to ride on. We have more than one trainer so our facility can meet your needs. Farrier on site as well. Contact us for lesson packages, boarding or for any question you may have. .... See More

Located on beautifully landscaped 26 acres, with large indoor,and outdoor riding arenas, large, grassy turnout paddocks, services for the
beginner to the advanced rider are offered. Boarding, lessons, training, sales, summer camp, huntseat, saddleseat, western, show preparation... See More

General horse lessons, showing, horse care. ask for complete list of what is available

Whether sunny or stormy, riders have an endless array of riding options. Our large, well-lit indoor riding provides year round comfort and shelter from the weather. As you exit our riding facilities, our property is surrounded by an incredible variety of trails, offering both rider and horse unlimited experiences and beautiful views.... See More

Melissa Tindall is available in two locations with school horses for either dressage or eventing lessons. Reach out about riding at UConn in Storrs, CT (now open to the general public) or at Peck's Farm and Equestrian Center in Columbia, CT. https://dressage.rso.uconn.edu/our-coach/
Melissa Tindall has been riding horses for 40 years and earned her USDF Bronze medal on her self-trained mare. She is the Coach of the UConn Dressage team, has managed and been head trainer for several young horse training and sales barns, but her true passion is teaching.
She was an apprentice with FEI rider and USDF Instructor faculty member Melanie Tenney, where she went through the British Horse Society Instructor Training Program.
Melissa began her riding career in hunter jumper and eventing but has concentrated on dressage for the last 25 years. She focuses on positive teaching and training methods utilizing in-hand work, in addition to mounted work, to encourage connection and understanding of both students and horses. She is currently competing at Prix St. George with the goal of earning her USDF Silver Medal.
Available for training, lessons and clinics. School horses and lesson/training packages available. Ship in's welcome. Private or semi/small group lessons available. All levels and disciplines beginner and up welcome. I will travel off farm locally.... See More

Quality Riding Academy, Dressage & Jumping. Clinics. Shows. Accredited, caring Instructors. Happy, well-trained horses. Large, beautiful, clean farm in convenient yet tranquil setting. Many amenities (Indoor Arena, 2 outdoor rings, trails on- and off property, round pen and much more!... See More

I help bridge the communication gap between a human and horse, utilizing more natural ways and being aware of the human emotion and horse to bring the two of you on the same page.

I can assist you, be it on the improvement of your relationship with your horse , mounted or ground. My program is made to aid you in all disciplines or simply a beginning of a strong foundation for horse, rider, or both.

Specializing in starting young horses, problem/troubled horses, ground work, and gaining a strong seat.

Our price list:

*Lessons: $45/hr.
*Lessons/training at your barn: $50/hr
(within 15 miles of Coventry or 3 or more people)
*For additional training needs, clinics or demos, please contact me with your needs and I will always give you the most reasonable rate.... See More

Riding lessons for all ages and abilities, 3 trainers and 7 days a week riding, indoor and outdoor arenas, summer riding programs and leasing and showing available, sales and boarding too.

Located in the scenic hills of Norfolk,we are a full service boarding, lesson and training facility specializing in Dressage. We teach lessons to children as young as three years of age. Our care is top of the line at half of the full service costs of most other barns. Our primary concern is the safety of our riders and the health and happiness of our horses. Owner, trainer, Viktoria K. Sleeper has 25 years of experience and is a certified veterinary technician.... See More

Have you ever wanted to learn how to ride and care for horses? Here’s your chance! English horseback riding lessons are now being offered at a private, low-key farm in Bozrah, CT on Rt. 163. Beginners of all ages (children and adult) are welcome! Weekly lessons are offered 7 days a week for $35 and run for 45 minutes. During lessons you will have the opportunity to enjoy learning the basics of natural horsemanship, riding, and going on trail rides. If you have questions, you are encouraged to call, text, or email Amanda. Limited time slots are available so get in touch to set up your spot!

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General Riding Sessions including Therapeutic Sessions with the emphasis on an enjoyable and relaxing experience that provides additional therapeutic benefits in the areas of socialization, posture, confidence and an overall improved quality of life. Learn the of horses and how they communicate. Safety sessions is a must. Be one with horse. Reflections through horses every Saturday Day Program all year round. Lessons up to one hour! Prices are available on our website. Please us for an intake appointment so we are able to facilitate the entire day for you. Ages 9 through 22. Call or during business hours. Located in Uncasville, CT. New London County... See More

Carol Popp is a certified trainer and test administrator by the Classical Dressage Riders' Association, USDF Bronze & Silver Medal winner and trainer and winner of over 80 USDF national championships who teaches riders to develop a correct seat, timing of the aids, work in hand, and airs above ground. Carol works with riders of all ages and levels and horses of all breeds. Learn on her schoolmasters at her farm or your own horse, at your farm or hers. Carol is available for lessons and clinics at your farm as well. or cell ... See More

We are a 45 acre riding stable located in Uncasville,CT. We offer quailty instruction in English styls of riding - dressage, equatation, hunt seat, hunters and jumping. Private, semi-private, and group lessons are available from beginners to advanced. We travel to shows.... See More

Ours is a training and boarding facility located in Ridgefield, Connecticut. We offer basic board, grooming board and full training board. Our stables are heated with all the amenities. Horses are fed certified organic hay, individually customized diets, four meals per day. Each horse is turned out in his or her own paddock with full view of other horses. Indoor ring has rubber footing.

I am trained in the methods of the Spanish Riding School by senior SRS masters.   I am a certified Classical Dressage Riders Assoc trainer/test administrator to Grand Prix level as well as a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist and have won over 80 National USDF Year End Awards.   My competitive training was with Dr. Max Gahwyler for 20+ years. Max was trained at the Spanish Riding School by Hans Handler, Ernst Bachinger & Karl Mikolka. I have also worked with Spanish Riding School masters Arthur Kottas, Hans Riegler, Ernst Bachinger, Hubert Rohrer and Karl Mikolka.

My school horses are very calm and safe for beginners. Equally, they can handle the more challenging upper level movements of classical dressage with advanced riders. The riders at my farm have fun and are very supportive of each other.  

I am available seven days per week with flexible times.; Half hour and one hour private lessons are available on my schoolmasters.Half hour lunge lessons are available. Books of six lessons for the price of five are available for those who wish to save 17%. 

This is not a run of the mill lesson program commonly found in our country today.  I offer correct, classical training taught in a way that allows the rider to develop confidence while being safe and having fun. Focus is on development of a correct, independent seat regardless of discipline and we build the rider’s skills from that base understanding of the gaits, use and timing of the aids. Many of my students are trainers at other stables which I especially enjoy as it allows me to reach more riders through them.  I am also available for clinics as time allows.... See More

General Riding Instructions for non therapeutic purposes only $55.00 per session. Body Language and communication between horse and human are imperative before place you foot in the stirrup. Therapeutic Sessions, Therapeutic,EAAT, Equine Assisted Activities One on One Therapy. Mounted and Un-mounted Horse Sessions to help people with emotional and cognitive disorders placing the emphasis on an enjoyable and relaxing experience that provides additional therapeutic benefits in the areas of socialization, posture, mobility, and an overall improved quality of life. Individuals may participate in horse-related activities to their maximum ability in an atmosphere of support, structure, and socialization for the primary purpose of the intrinsic enjoyment of the activity. Learn to read the body language of the horse with Equine Communication Classes. Safety Certification Classes also offered. Accepting Volunteers must be age 14 and older.... See More