Horseback Riding in Petaluma, California (Sonoma County)

We are a multi discipline barn dedicated to education and giving riders a safe opportunity to learn and improve skills. All ages are welcome and we work with all levels from beginners to riders who want to compete. We keep about 30 lesson horses so you can learn to ride on a horse that is appropriate for you. Our instructors are all adult professionals with plenty of experience. Head instructor Michelle Haseltine has over 25 years of experience teaching and training in hunt seat and dressage and western riding as well as injury rehabilitation and biomechanics for horse and rider. Michelle trains horses from start to finish to ensure that her clients horses get a solid foundation and are happy in their jobs. If you need help finding the right horse to buy, we can also help you find an appropriate partner. Our web site at ptranch.com has a map and photos for you as well as email links. Please take a look. We are also on Facebook. Please follow us, and give us a like.... See More

Alyssa Moreland (call or email direct - do not use forms as they go to spam )- Starting beginner riders and fixing problem horses. Horse Trainers

2011 Special - Buy 5 Lessons & Get The 6th Free!

Kids 3 & Up & Special Group Lessons for Beginning Riders 50+

California barrel racing to starting Gymkhana horses, Alyssa Moreland has a the ability to work with riders that have limited experience and problem horses.

Alyssa has grown up on the West Coast, working ranch horses and started showing western pleasure and English
horses and competing at local play days. She then went on to compete in barrel racing's at rodeos. Progressing to
barrel racing competitions at junior rodeos, queen competition events. Currently she competes at the 4D barrel
events, is training barrel futurity horses and re-schooling problem horses and working with youth qualifying horses.
Alyssa Moreland, has is well respected in the California State Horsemans Association, CSHA.

She has worked hard to learn to train and start horses from scratch and is now working with and training horse
competitors including children to help their dreams come true. Alyssa has many horse championships under her
belt including winning CSHA division 1 and division 2 and in the top 5 at CSHA California State Finals, and in the
top 3 at the California State Fair and Winning the 2007 Keep The Dream Alieve event . She has worked for top
reining horse trainers in California including Ted Butler of Ted Butler Performance Horses.

As a horse trainer Alyssa is always teaching the principles necessary not only to win, but also keeping riders
performing at their best. Alyssa has helped some of the CSHA Region 3 youth competitors to become champions.
She works with many breeds of horses and ponies including AQHA American Quarter Horses, APHA American
Paint Horses, Throughbreds, Appendix Horse, Pony Club of America horses and Wild Mustangs.
Alyssa enjoys working with horses. This includes sensitizing and training horses for extreme trail rides and
competitions.
Alyssa has horses and riders training and taking lessons from West Sacramento, Davis, Woodland, Capay, and
Dixon areas. Visit her horse photo gallery She has great affordable western horse back riding lessons and rates.


California barrel racing to starting Gymkhana horses, Alyssa Moreland has a the ability to work with riders that have limited experience and problem horses.

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Debbie Smith began horseback riding as an adult, and has been riding for over 17 years. She has enjoyed both dressage (to Second Level) and hunter/jumper (at local SAHJA shows as well as “A” shows) and has also spent time trail riding. Debbie offers lessons for beginning riders to show competitors and for all ages. We want our riders to be happy and confident on their horses, so we concentrate on teaching a balanced seat until the rider chooses his or her favorite discipline. Our program is devoted to creating safe, well-rounded riders with a solid foundation in English riding, trail riding, jumping, and dressage. Good horsemanship is a must, and lessons are customized to each student's interests and abilities. Students are welcome and encouraged to engage in fun horsey activities together, such as group trail rides, clinics, and horse shows. Lessons are $40 per hour, and newcomers are always welcome to come meet the horses and audit a lesson. We have some lease horses available. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a lesson, please call Debbie Smith at or send her an email at ... See More

Riding lessons, beginner through advanced. All ages welcome. Lesson horses available. Dressage lessons, training, and sales. All ages, levels, and breeds welcome! We also have a small sporthorse breeding program and stand the imported dutch warmlood stallion Puccini, by Gribaldi, and the PRE andalusian stallion Emperador XL at stud.... See More

Riding lessons for beginners and all levels of riders. We have wonderful, well trained lesson horses to build your confidence. Private and group lessons available. We have been in this business for more than 25 years, you can count on us for well designed and well managed programs.... See More

Cove Creek Equestian is owned by Laurel Meck.
Laurel is an exciting addition to the local event training scene. She has brought many of her own, and client horses, successfully through the preliminary level and is currently competing a promising young stallion. Her training style instills confidence through positive reinforcement. Laurel enjoys working with adults and children of all levels and ages, tayloring the program individually to their skills levels and ages.

**INTRODUCTORY CLINIC***
Sunday, February 27th $30/lesson

Contact Cayetano Ridge Equestrian Center for scheduling
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Laviano Dresssage is owned by Beth Nehse.
Beth Nehse is an FEI competitor and USDF Silver Medalist. Beth's' philosophy is to take the time to build the correct muscling and not pushing the horse to levels before they are physically ready. Working with all levels of riders, from beginning to advanced, kids to adults, her progam maintains a relaxed, friendly, postive atmosphere. Her experience working with horses of all breeds and levels makes her a good choice for those who show or just ride for pleasure. Lesson and lease horses are available.... See More

All Around Horse Training and Riding Instruction. English, Western, Beginner Roping and Cattle Work.

Sacred Cross is proud to introduce The Polished Pony. A great place for children to learn. We are focused on our clients and their needs, many trainers only see the show ring when teaching students. We know there is so much more.

With our unique approach on training we have specialized programs to fit individual needs. We offer lessons for all levels of riders on their own horse or school horses. We also have a quality selection of horses for lease.

Lessons cover all aspects of horseback riding including: safety around horses, how to groom and tack up the horse before and after riding, and of course how to ride! Our main goal is to have fun while learning!

For those riders looking for something more we also have the opportunity to become a member of the show team.

Have questions or looking for a custom made lesson program? Contact us for more information.... See More

Do you have a horse crazy kid that's been wanting horse lessons?
Or have 'you' always wanted to learn how to ride a horse?

Our horseback riding program strives to improve confidence, character, and self esteem, helping to build balance, body control and communication skills between you and the horse. We take riders of all skill and experience levels. Ages 4 and up.
Private horse lessons, $40 for half hour littles (4 to 7 year olds) One hour $70 (8 years and up).

Teaching proper horsemanship and safely is our top priority. If you are interested in lessons please give us a call/text. Thank you!... See More

The Windsong Lesson Program is dedicated to teaching children and adults to ride in the English disipline, essential horsemanship style with skills & safety. Lessons are private given by instructor Wendy Flygare with over 30 years of experience. Wendy is especially good with kids from ages 7-12. Adults are welcome as well. Safe lessons. All aspects of horsemanship are covered during each lesson.
This program builds self-esteem & confidence & encourages the development of independent thinking & problem solving skills.

Please visit our webiste:http://www.sacramentohorseridinglessons.com/... See More

Riding Lessons for Children. Ride Robbie the Quarter Pony or your own horse or pony. Relaxed high-quality lessons are geared to the rider's own pace. Focus on rider confidence, correct technique, and fun. Enjoy trail rides and plenty of low-stress practice time. Lessons given in Milpitas CA.... See More

To foster and teach the healthy relationship between horse and rider and how it can affect your entire life.
To teach respect between man and animal with care for each other.
To aid in the experience of interpersonal relationships between animals and man and man and mankind.... See More