Horseback Riding in Hickory, North Carolina (Catawba County)

More Fun! Faster Results!

In 20 lessons a beginner rider can be jumping and riding trails. Imagine what you can accomplish.

Mention this ad and receive a FREE rider evaluation when you signup for first month's classes! Open to beginner or experienced riders.

Evaluation includes: Saddle time. Hands on horse handling. Consultation with qualified/licensed trainer. Discussion of your riding goals and assistance developing a customized program to help you reach your goals. Ideal for all riders of all levels.

Train with Nationally rated instructor with 50 years experience and former Police Horse Trainer.

Classical Forward Riding
Classical Dressage
Hunter/Jumper
Basic Horsemanship

Whole Horse Journeys riders receive an integrative experience that includes:

• A truly effective and functional position
• A successful, two-way dialog with your horse
• The ability to feel safe and confident in all riding
situations
• Tools to help you achieve your riding goals
• Increased core strength
• Balance and coordination
• A strong foundation of knowledge, function and effect
• Self-confidence and self esteem
• More Fun Riding!

WHJ certified instructors and trainers are especially trained to:

• Offer an organized, systematic approach to riding
• Observe and diagnose issues
• Consider the rider’s personal goals and issues
• Offer achievable solutions for horses and riders that
empower both
• Help riders and horses achieve a deeper, more satisfying
riding experience
• Help riders and horses feel safe and have fun

Now booking fall/winter classes - private, semi-private and group.
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At Chestnut Lane we specialize in Saddleseat riding and driving for both pleasure and competition for children and adults at every skill level, beginner through advanced. In our riding program, our knowledgeable and friendly instructors tailor lessons to each student. Lessons are taught in our spacious indoor arena as well as our large, outdoor arena as weather permits. Family, friends and clients can relax and enjoy watching lessons from our climate-controlled observation room.

* Free introductory riding Lesson* We are just outside of the south Charlotte area. We have a indoor and outdoor riding ring so no matter the weather we are always available. Lessons start at $40 with a Free introductory lesson. Don't Ride? we also have driving lessons as well.... See More

Kelly Snyder is a certified equine structural integrator and licensed massage therapist providing increased mobility, balance, strength and overall health to horses in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee by releasing restricted myo-fascial tissue and associated holding patterns. Kelly also provides exercise, stretching, riding and training tips that compliment the body work and allow for the horse to receive maximum benefits from the therapy sessions. Equine Freedom Solutions works to blend scientific knowledge of equine conformation and horse and rider biomechanics along with common sense and a deep love of horses to provide the best therapy possible for each individual horse. For more info or to schedule a session call ... See More

An emphasis on horsemanship, on creating a bond between horse and rider, on teaching the rider how to best give to the relationship between horse and rider, this is what sets instruction at Serendipity apart. Students are involved in every step of the process - catching, grooming, tacking, riding, and aftercare; we teach all of the basic disciplines with a focus on harmony with the horse, whether your goal is to ride out on a trail or be competative in the show ring.... See More

Owner of Willow Pond Stables offers the basics of western riding lessons for beginning riders in a calm environment including the beauty of private trail riding.

Breezy Valley Farm provides full care boarding at a wonderful facility and a riding program.

The facility offers a 22 stall barn with two tack rooms, an indoor arena, outdoor grass arena, jump field, trails, a hot/cold wash rack, lounge, bathroom, and 25 acres of beautiful pastures. Full board includes twice daily feedings, feed and hay, a large stall with new mats, blanketing or fly gear, worming, turning in and out, access to the facility, and scheduling vet and farrier.

The riding program is for students seven to adult ranging in levels from beginner to advanced in hunt seat, eventing, and dressage. Head Trainer Bri Ambrosic is a Certified Horsemanship Association level three instructor and Assistant Trainer Hailey Morris is an experienced rider and instructor in jumpers and dressage. Our trainers teach both private and small group lessons on experienced lesson horses and travels to teach lessons off site on your own horse as well. Please contact Breezy Valley Farm for boarding, lesson, and training rates and availability.... See More

Hobbit Hill offers a range of Hunter/Jumper trainers and instructors. We also offer clinics and summer camp, day camp, and over night camp.

Lessons, Training, Clinics, Judging
USDF Certified Dressage Instructor/Trainer
USDF "L" Graduate with Distinction
USEA Certified Eventing Instructor
Level IV Centered Riding Instructor/Clinician