Horseback Riding in Hampstead, Maryland (Carroll County)

Update for 2024: Heart of Riding is going strong, thanks to my fabulous students and horses!

My new project, Nickers for Clickers Training Academy Horse Camp for Kids is now launched, and will be a whole summer of horse training FUN!

To sign up for the camp, use your favorite search engine to look for Heart of Riding Nickers for Clickers Camp - here are some details:

Youth ages 9 to 15 welcome ~ bring lunch with you ~ no more than 8 campers per week
Relaxed, peaceful atmosphere: most of our time will be focused on the basics of reward-based training for horses, inviting horses to participate at their discretion
Building a foundation that will last a lifetime: we’ll dive into horse behavior, horse care, and horse body language to better understand horses
Lots of horse time: campers will have opportunities to train horses every day, always under supervision
Dream big! Everyone will be encouraged to pick one behavior they want to train by the end of the week
Planning for contingencies: we’ll make shaping plans, measure progress toward goals and learn what to do when the training doesn’t go as expected
Learning should be fun: We’ll play games in which kids can take turns being the learner and the teacher, and discuss the differences between learning and teaching a new skill
Emphasis on safety: we’ll prioritize safety in all interactions with horses, demonstrating how to handle horses responsibly and with care
Life skills building in progress: campers will be guided toward learning patience, empathy, and communication skills
Fun without riding: many kids understand that riding is not the only way to appreciate these magnificent animals. Now they have a whole camp dedicated to all the other amazing things horses bring to the table!
Experts in charge: Emily Osborne Petrichor, owner and sole operator of Heart of Riding, LLC will be running the camp every day. Only select helpers who are knowledgeable and skilled in reward based training will be assisting. Emily has a long history of working with kids and horses in a horse camp setting as well as numerous certifications in teaching methodologies. Feel free to ask about Emily’s range and depth of expertise!
Campers will be asked to bring water, sunscreen and bug repellent, as well as a bag lunch. Clothing recommendations: light clothing similar to hiking gear would be best. Long sleeve shirts and pants made of very light material help keep bugs away and reduce the need to reapply sunscreen, while keeping us cool. A broad brimmed hat will keep the sun off the face and neck. Closed-toe shoes are standard around horses for safety reasons, ideally they would be somewhat waterproof in case we have rain/mud, but that isn't essential.
Campers will be provided with a clicker, a treat pouch, and plenty of reinforcers to carry out the training with the horses each day. They will also receive a pen and small notebook to record data / take notes if they choose to do so. We will be referencing several textbooks, but campers will not need to purchase those unless they would like to have their own copy at home. I can provide links to booksellers with that information at any time.

For rider biomechanics riding lessons, Heart of Riding school horses are now solely located in Highland, MD but if you have your own horse, I'm still able to travel to you.... See More

WINTER PONY CAMP now forming . December 27 and 28 from 10am to 3pm.At Half Halt Farm our number one objective is safty and fun. We learn from the ground up which includes how to tack,safty around a horse, what to do and not to do,parts of horse and of course how to ride. We have quality lesson horses and ponies. Ship ins are also welcome. We have a Brand New Indoor so we can ride what ever the weather and we also have a outdoor so we can ride outside when it is nice out. Call today to set up a visit. Please call for more info.... See More

Family-oriented Barn! We teach year around. We have an indoor riding ring, heated observation room, 2 outdoor lighted riding rings. Call us for more information!

Theresa Crowther -- 9 years experience teaching lessons to beginners thru advanced in Hunter-Jumper-Pleasure. Available for students who want to show locally in Harford and Baltimore County. Advanced students may compete in upper level circuit.

Previous Experience
• 15 years experience training, breaking, and riding race horses at Fair Hill & Delaware Park.
• 8 years working for Michael Dickinson – top trainer in England.
• 4 years riding for Sylvia Hector – trainer of Touch of Class (Olympic open jumper champion).
Personal Experience
• 3 years riding flat races and steeple chases.
• 10 years showing hunter-jumpers.
Additional Experience
• Sales for Denali Stud in Kentucky.
• Involved in the Welsh Pony Association – allowing children to ride for Priscilla Martin and Nancy DuPont.
• 2 years with Pony Club at Patsy DuPont’s.
• Numerous years working with problem horses and ponies at your farm or ours
Camp Experience
• 4 years doing summer camps at local Harford County facilities.... See More

INDOOR ARENA for riding in all weather!
Teaching Beginners through advanced, all ages, your horse or ours. For pleasure or competition. Instruction by International three-day event rider Monica Fiss. We have a 100x200 stone dust arena with lots of stadium jumps and cross country jumps and 40 acres of trails. Lessons taught all day Mondays-Saturdays. Safety is our number one concern in advancing the horse and rider team to their maximum potential. Extensive competition program available in Eventing, dressage and Hunter Jumper... See More

Here at Free Spirit Stables Horse & Pony Sponsorship enables an adult, child or numerous children to sponsor a horse or pony. Each person will be paired with his/her horse or pony and our farm will dedicate time and effort to teaching how to ride and care for the horse or pony properly.

Monthly Sponsorships includes a weekly Two-Hour session where our farm teaches FULL HORSE CARE which includes grooming, tacking, riding and feeding the horse or pony. We accept students from age three (3) through adult into the Program.

We have two horse shows at our farm each year, we also participate in other schooling shows. If your family or child dreams of having a horse or pony but in our back yard this is the place.

We are a 501(c)(3)so you will be giving back to these wonderful rescue horses and ponies. Trail Rides, Summer Camps, Girl Scout Programs, Homeschooler, Extra Practice Times. Easter/Halloween/Christmas Parties. Pick-up at many schools. We offer a family fun place!... See More

Learn the "whole picture" by -understanding the 'how and why' of riding,from a European trainer/rider,trained by the British Horse Society.Develop feel within your body by understanding body awareness and biomechanics and understand how your body position affects your horse. Train your horse to become a true partner, whether you ride dressage, jump or trail ride. Develop confidence in yourself and with your horse to meet your riding goals.... See More

Rebecca Golian is an accomplished trainer and instructor specializing in Three-Day Eventing. She has experience in Eventing, Jumpers, Dressage, and Pony Club. Please visit her website for more information about her services.

Butler Equestrian is a hunter/jumper/equitation farm located on 20 acres of rolling hills. Our Equestrian Director and Trainer, Jennie Garraffa is a certified trainer with the United States Equestrian Federation. We have access to miles of trails on Seneca Park and an indoor and an outdoor riding ring. We are relaxed and focused on having fun. We teach ages 6 through adult, this includes some Mom and Children teams! We not only teach riding skills to all ages but also horsemanship skills and focus on the partnership between horse and rider. We offer lessons, partial leases and attend local horseshows.... See More

Feelgood Farm is a friendly “A” circuit equestrian facility located in Frederick County, Maryland specializing in Hunter/Jumper training. We offer sales, boarding, leasing, training, instruction and career management to all ages and abilities. We also launched a breeding program in 2013. We would love to meet anyone interested in our program and would be thrilled to discuss any goals you may have that we can help you to accomplish.

Feelgood Farm is conveniently located in Frederick County, Maryland, within driving distance of Washington, Baltimore, and Middleburg, VA.

Two large indoor and outdoor rings with clinics, shows and off farm events.... See More

Located in Frederick County, Silhouette Stables is a RIDING SCHOOL which has been providing ARIA CERTIFIED instruction in Frederick Co since 1991. We specialize in English riding lessons for young riders. Our Recreational Horsemanship program will provide you with the opportunity to become a well rounded equestrian, not just a good rider. Safety is our top priority. We offer a variety of programs and special activities for you to choose from. We provide all you need to get started.... See More

We are located in Frederick MD. This is a one of a kind program our instructor's build a foundation of Confidence with our students in ground work first, than riding and then the basics of trick training. the founder of our program has taught all of the horses and has shown them all over the country. Our horses are of average height to pony's to mintures.
Our founding was taught and mentored by the best movie trainers in the industry.And he hopes to pass on this art.This is a very well rounded Program with art, music etc..this instruction is for all levels of riders from beginers to the advanced.. We also are the home of Tinkerbelle the flying horse! and she does birthday parties here or at your home!
, We can provide the cake and party favors and the Ponys as well. We also do family parties and reunions along with Corporate events and Wedding's country style.And are able to do all the catering and decor as well, we keep party planers and music and ministers as well. We also work by appointment we children of special needs. Our day camp is Monday thru Friday call or email for more information at www.makemydaycamp.com or . wwill will also take two horses in the winter for private training,in tricks. we also have hoilday school programs.... See More

JM Performance Horses is a new lesson business and has been teaching lessons for the past two years. We are always going and accepting new students. We specialize in beginner students both english and western. We mainly ultilize quarter horse and paints breeds for lessons. We also have fun up coming activities such as camp, birthday parties and girl scout troop workshops for the horse lover badge. JM Performance horse also takes an active role in training and selling young horses. Please check out our website for more information.... See More

Beginner friendly horseback riding lessons in both English and Western disciplines on steady, experienced horses.

Blue Mountain Farm is a quiet, privately owned facility in Frederick, Maryland, less than five minutes away from Route 340. By joining our lesson program, you will learn all aspects of horseback riding from how to safely catch and lead a horse, to proper grooming techniques, to tacking up, riding, and the things you should do after your ride.

Our horses are calm and quiet mounts, great for the beginner rider and timid riders, but they are also very well-trained and can challenge more experienced riders as well.

Haul-in lessons are welcome! We also offer trick training instruction, and accept horses for full-training in 30, 60, and 90-day increments.... See More

Fence Post Farm offers horse boarding and riding lessons in Pasadena, Maryland. We have various school horses to fit riders of all levels. Visit our website for more information!