Horseback Riding in Rutledge, Georgia (Morgan County)

I teach western riding lessons for ages 4 through adult. I have a 15 year record of safety and success with hundreds of riders both for recreation and competition. I own 17 horses and have my students learn to ride as many of them as possible so that they become excellent riders with many different breeds, sizes, and personalities. Our farm trains for and holds competitive trail riding competitions for those who wish to compete. We have miles of trails and many areas to ride. I teach 5 days a week, but I have a staff of instructors that allow us to teach 7 days a week. One thing that sets us apart from other farms is that we teach the rider the best control and balance by not using stirrups until the rider is at an advanced level. This teaches the rider to grip with his/her body and to become one with the horse when moving through the various gaits. We also teach the rider to use gentle aids that do not require much force and that foster building relationships with the horses. We teach low jumping for western riding as well for those who wish to jump obstacles out on the trail. My staff and I teach with patience and allow riders to learn at their own pace. We make the experience highly instructional in a fun and relaxed manner for the rider. We make sure that all riders learn to catch, groom, tack, and lunge the horses they ride so that they get the full experience and move towards independence.... See More

Devon Olivier is a recent graduate of the University of Georgia. She rode on the eventing team while attending college. She was on the 2016 USEA collegiate national championship team. She won the Open Prelim division at FENCE horse trials on 4-17-17 on her horse Karisma. She won the Open Prelim division at Paradise Farms on 2-17-17. Devon has won the individual Gold in the intercollegiate challenge at Chattahoochee Hills horse trials twice while on the UGA eventing team. Devon has trained numerous Off the Track Thoroughbreds and has gone to multiple national competitions with her horses. Devon has been a working student for Michael and Sharon Poulin (Bronze Medal at the Barcelona Olympics in dressage). While there she worked on getting correct and effective dressage training under her belt. She then worked for Mollie Zobel in South Carolina who was an upper level event trainer. Devon has worked with or taken lessons with Doug Payne, Elly Schobel, Michael Poulin, Sharon Poulin, Gwen Poulin. She has taken clinics with Werner Geven, Dom Schramm, Kyle Carter, Leslie Law, Jon Holling just to name a few. Devon offers lessons in dressage, jumpers and eventing. Devon has training privileges at Ashland Farms in Walnut Grove which offers a cross country course from starter thru Prelim. They also have two dressage arenas and a jumping arena. Devon can meet you at Ashland farm for a lesson. Even if you are not a member of Ashland for a small facility fee you can ride there. Devon is located in Lawrenceville, Ga. She will travel to your location to teach lessons.... See More

Dublin downs is a boarding,training and teaching facility with more than 35 years service in the Athens area. We feature 24 acres, a nine stall barn with feedroom and large boarders tackroom, large sand show jumping ring,standard dressage ring,and 5/8 mile exercise lane. Our main discipline is eventing, but we also participate in local hunter and dressage shows.... See More

Safe Horsemanship with a Woman's Touch. Specializing in adult riders new to horses or starting over. Lessons and training using Natural Horsemanship for horse AND rider available for ALL ages. If you have always wanted to learn to ride, or used to ride as a child and now are scared, feel too old, or just don't know where to start, If you have a problem horse, if you are scared to get back on after an accident or time off, I can help! 16 years experience working with timid riders. Quiet environment that makes learning easy, NO pressure to advance, NO pressure to show. All lessons are individualized to your personal needs. Learn how to effectively communicate with your horse from the ground up. For those that need help with their horses, I offer foal handling, colt starting, problem solving, trailer loading, trail obstacles and more. I do NOT train for show, but rather teach you how to build a partnership between you and your horse that lasts a lifetime. Quiet and sane lesson horses or horses for lease available for those that just want to give horseback riding a try. NEW for 2015, I now offer Formation Riding Classes for riders of all levels. If you have always wanted to try drill team without the speed and love the idea of synchronized riding of the Spanish Riding School, or simply want to put more fun in your riding routine, this class IS for you. Anyone that can safely walk and trot their horse, CAN do this! Group lessons start at $25.00 per rider, private lesson $40.00. Will travel to your farm (mileage applies)... See More

Luella Stables offers boarding, lessons for the beginner and intermediate rider and trail riding for all ages and requires no prior experience to participate. Lessons are offered Monday through Thursday. We specialize in first time riders and molding each student into all around equestrians. Students experience grooming, saddling, feeding, bathing and more about the overall experience of owning a horse. Students are welcome at the age of 4 and 5 but they are truly capable of gaining the most at ages 6 and up. I suggest our Friday night rides to children younger than 6 and please bring the entire family! It's only $10 per person for a 20 minute trail ride. We offer this every Friday 4:30 to dark. Camps are offered through out the school year and summer break. Please check our web site for upcoming dates. We especially enjoy teaching students to barrel race and introduce everyone to the world of barrel racing! It's fun for all! We have great horses to start and excel into competition and will be happy to help you in your search for your life long companion and competition partner.... See More

Riding lessons are offered for beginners through advanced. All lessons are private and customized to the individual.

Dressage training – intro through FEI levels, using a classical dressage approach. – show prep and coaching also available.

Foundation building for riders of all disciplines (western, huntseat, gaited, etc), using natural horsemanship and classical dressage principles. We focus on:

• Understanding the nature of the horse
• Developing an independent seat and correct use of aids
• Learning timing and feel
• Establishing leadership
• Creating lightness
• Encouraging your horse’s athleticism
• Fostering a true partnership between horse and rider

Especially for beginners and new horse owners, we offer lessons in complete horsemanship – including ground work, fitting of tack, horse health care and management, and more.

A horse trainer and riding instructor for over 40 years, Sandi has extensive experience working with a variety of challenges and unique situations, including:

• Adult beginner riders
• Riders returning after a long break
• Riders dealing with fear and confidence issues
• Horses with a history of abuse and mishandling
• Horses with limited, incomplete, or incorrect training
• Horses of many different breeds and temperaments

$60.00 per private hour on your own horse (boarded here or trailered in); $65 per private hour with one of our lesson horses. For lessons off-site, travel fee applies.

Ask about our Working Student Program!

Please contact Sandi Forester directly at , or visit www.sandiforester.com for more information.... See More

Providing Lessons and Training In Both Hunter/Jumpers & Dressage.
Stefanie Hamilton - Hunter/Jumpers/Equitation
Chris Hamilton - Dressage
Halee Clark - Beginners - English & Western Basic Riding Skills & Horsemanship

CHA certified instructors for Western Pleasure and English Hunter/Jumper. Also offer Mommy/Daddy & Me classes, beginner 1hr trail rides, multi-hour more advanced trail rides, horse showing, pony rides, birthday parties, and summer camps.. All ages and skill levels welcome. Something for everyone! Must be scheduled in advance in order to reserve a time.... See More

Red Star Equestrian is a family oriented farm located in Maysville, GA offering beginner and intermediate english and western riding lessons for ages 6 and up. Lessons include learning how to groom brush the horse, saddle, and ride with an emphasis on safety and fun! Instructor Kristin Taylor has been riding horses for over 20 years and instructing for 10 years. She worked at the Lake Lanier Island Equestrian Center for 4 years teaching lessons and leading trail rides. During college she rode for the University of Georgia's Varsity Equestrian Team. She has also traveled the world on horseback adventures with trips to: Ireland, Argentina, Portugal, Spain, and Belize. Find us on Facebook!... See More

Verse Noia Farm have been family owned for over 30 years. Located in South Forsyth/North Fulton on over 200 acres. We board horses, provide lessons for all ages and have horss for sale/lease.

I’ve been teaching horsemanship to beginner-advanced riders, barrel racing and pole bending, English and jumping, and offering trail rides to the public for 20 plus years. I also break and train horses. I offer these services on my horse or yours.

Flowered Rock Farm operates western riding lessons, summer camps, drill team, and weekend riding retreats. Our emphasis is on safety, fun, achievement, and building character amongst other horse lovin' friends. Our environment gives kids a very positive experience where feeling good is a given. Check out our website for details on all of our programs.... See More

We have daily lesson programs and teach students after school from Monday thru Fridays and Saturday mornings. We teach classical horsemanship and basic riding skills in walk, trot, canter and jumping.We offer private, semi-private and group lessons. In addition, we offer "Sunday Camps" from Noon to 3pm for beginners to more advanced riders. In addition, we offer Birthday pony parties for children from age 4 and up; these are for 2 hours on the weekends. Please call Betty at or email ... See More

Understanding the horse and the way it communicates, its mannerisms, its traits and needs, is very important to becoming a confident, comfortable, knowledgeable and well-rounded equestrian. At Overlook Farm, we pride ourselves in our wholistic approach to developing the rider.

Our mounted instruction is deeply rooted in classical basic dressage principles. Our approach is one of creating harmonious riding through melding the energy of the horse and rider, skills that can be transferred to any riding discipline.... See More

Riding instruction offered at your home, farm, or desired location in the greater Atlanta area including Alpharetta, Douglasville, and the surrounding areas. English and Western instruction are available at the beginner through advanced levels. All ages 5 + are welcome.... See More