Horseback Riding in Crozet, Virginia (Albemarle County)

We are a small, private barn offering boarding,sales and lessons to all ages and levels. We have over 35 years of training both horse and rider for pleasure or competition.
owner, trainer is also a licensed psychotherapist and can assist is dealing with rider anxiety and fears related to riding.... See More

The lesson curriculum at Bellemount centers on hunt seat instruction for riders of all levels of ability. Instruction provides a solid basis of correct equitation adn rider/horse communication. Our lead instructor has a master's degree in education and effectively combines her love of horses with her love of teaching.... See More

Kelsey is an upper level eventing rider who recently moved to the Hanover area and is looking for some new students! Kelsey has competed her 2 horses from their first event to the CCI* and intermediate levels. She also has experience in dressage, jumpers, 4H, and polocrosse. Kelsey takes students to local horse trials and 4H shows, including the state 4H Championships. She can travel and accommodates trailer ins (has a nice set of show jumps and a handful of XC fences on her farm, with a dressage ring in the works). She also has some experienced horses to learn from! Kelsey is a public school teacher by profession and has students from 4 years old to adults! She also teaches clinics and judges local shows.... See More

At JR horsemanship we offer Riding lessons/ horse training/starting, and w trail riding. We offer all disciplines of riding. We are newer to the area but have years of experience. We are excited to meet new people and bring an array of services to the horse community. From jumping to western.... See More

Charlotte Williams is an experienced hunter/jumper/event rider currently specializing in jumpers and eventing. Her objective is to give both horses and riders a solid foundation that they can take to any equine discipline of their choosing or to just enjoy the horses to the best of their abilities. There is a huge focus in both riding and horsemanship on the ground. Working and riding the horses is not just about the saddle time but also the time on the ground to give a solid foundation in all aspects for the horse and the rider. She has brought several horses up from the ground to being successful show horses. While she enjoys showing and producing horses to a high level, her passion is teaching and sharing her love of horses with others. She accepts all students of all ages and levels. Currently available for lessons on several well seasoned horses that are able to show the rider the ropes of many different disciplines. Please contact Charlotte for more information and current availability. Contact information is on the CC Eventing and Jumpers Facebook page.... See More

Sunny Stables is located in Picturesque Highland County Va. We offer lessons for all ages and riding abilities and specialize in the English Discipline. Instruction is provided on any of our great lesson horses or on your own personal horse. Lessons are taught by a Virginia Intermont College Equine Major with over 20 years of expereience. We also offer trail rides for individuals or groups and have 2 yearly summer horse camps for the younger riders. We are a USEF member facility and are fully insured. Located 25 minutes from The Homestead Resort.... See More

EKG Stables offers students the oppurtunity to become horsemen. From the smallest beginner to the oldest adult, Erin emphasizes that through hard work and paitence anyone can acheive success. Every rider needs to be able to communicate with their horse in order to acheive a true appreciation of the horse. We offer riding lessons, by an ARIA certified instructor, from the beginner to the Grand Prix jumper in private or very small group sessions.... See More

Swift Creek School of Equitation has been in practice since 1978, offering a convenient location with a great facility and accredited staff which includes, Jessie Clise Lohr (owner/trainer), Molly Alaimo and Ashley Smoral. Our riding program is designed for beginner riders up through advanced levels, ages 5 and up. The main goals are horsemanship, exercise and fun for all ages and abilities. Our riders continue to succeed at mini shows, local shows and USEF national shows. We are also the organizers of The Central Virginia Show Jumping Association. We offer group and private lessons, boarding, training, and leasing. Our facilities include two lighted outdoor arenas, an indoor arena, a grass jumper field, and access to trails. In addition to hunters and jumpers, we foxhunt with Deep Run Hunt Club and offer western lessons (including barrel racing) and attend VCA events (Virginia Cowboys Association).... See More

We offer a large indoor Equestrian Arena along with an outdoor riding ring for training and practicing purposes along with a built in common area better known as "The Lodge", fully furnished with hand carved, designed furniture and decor. Wide window span for easy view of indoor activity, open 24/7, full kitchen, available for parties/meetings. Full equine facility care and management with professional instruction and training. Breaking and performance training for your horse. English,hunter jumper and western disiplines. Instruction for beginner and advanced. Open 24 hrs. Beautiful trails with miles of enjoyment for everyone.

Adult Beginners, Boarding, Breaking, Clinics, Equitation All Seats, Ground Work, Group Lessons, Seasonal Horse Camp, Lesson Horses, Private Lessons and Problem Horses, Reining, Showing, Starting Horses, Trail Riding, Training, Weekend and weeday Lessons available.... See More

Pine Crest Farm LLC. offers ample opportunity for adults and children of all ages to get involved with riding lessons. We pride ourselves on our hands on approach that focuses on horse and stable management as well as hunt seat equitation in the riding ring. Pine Crest Farm has private and group lessons available for the budding equestrian, adult looking to get back into riding, or the advanced student who wants to sharpen their skills for the show ring!

Our lesson program offers private or group lessons at reasonable rates with sibling and referral discounts! We individualize each lesson and try to keep the group at 4 or smaller to give each rider the most attention. Pine Crest Farm also offers horse showing opportunities to all students who take lessons. We also offer "free riding" and leasing opportunities as well.

Please give us a call at to find more about what Pine Crest Farm can do for you!... See More

Offering outstanding training and backing of young horses, retraining for new disciplines, and difficult/problem horses. Certified IAES instructor/trainer and USPC graduate with over 15 years experience. Teaching children and adults of all ages and levels on my horse or yours. We are a friendly, safety oriented barn with well trained, experienced horses. All lessons are spent 100% in the saddle. Young and inexperienced riders are always taught in private lessons to insure that your child is safe.
Willing to travel to train and teach.
Reach your riding goals while having fun!!... See More

At Hill Top Stables we believe that our students strive to capture their talent of working as a team and as an individual. While having fun learning and acquiring skills to unlock the gate to a field of equine knowledge.

Have been teaching the art of riding for well over 15 years I teach balance seat with a foundation based in dressage. I really enjoy teaching the beginner and watching them experience the joys of the horse. It is a great confidence builder for children as well as a nurturing experience for adults. Please don't hesitate to contact me for your lesson needs I can be reached at you must call or email directly as I don't get the leads from New Horse.... See More

Jan Snodgrass can teach you how to develop your horse’s topline through a combination of TTouch-based bodywork, in-hand exercises and specialized work under saddle. Jan’s 40 years of experience includes 30 years of TTouch, (the work of Linda Tellington-Jones), eventing though advanced level, third level dressage, reschooling OTTBs, rehabbing horses with many types of physical problems and more. This background has enabled Jan to develop a unique program specifically designed to develop your horse’s Topline. In addition, Jan offers rehabilitation for horses with physical problems, especially those recovering from EPM, Lyme and other neurological ailments. Jan’s LightHeart Farm is in the heart of Virginia’s horse country. Like The Excellent Horse on face book contact her through her website.... See More

We offer Western & Hunter Under Saddle Lessons for ages 4 to Adult.We have Beginner Adult lessons, private or small group.Lineline lessons for 4 -8 year olds, this gives our youngest riders a good safe start, with a 30 minute lesson. All lessons start with basics and work forward at the riders pace with a strong focus on Equitation. We specialize in building riders confidence.Flexable lesson times available, Days,evenings and some summer weekends available. We offer training ground work and breaking to fine tune or finish your horse.-Western Pleasure- Showmanship- Trail- Barrels and Pole bending. Our indoor arena lets us ride year around.... See More