Horseback Riding in Brooks, Oregon (Marion County)

Call Barb for a tour at and visit our Website at www.bigstarranch.org

At Big Star Ranch, our focus is not just riding, but the whole horse experience. Our students learn how to halter and lead their horse, groom, saddle and ride. But there is so much more to horses!

They also learn how to "read" their horse. Learning how horses communicate helps with so many other aspects of everyday life. Our students learn how to be a better friend, increase their coordination, learn creative problem solving, better their communication skills, and see how they impact their world.

Some of our students are here for the physical benefits. Riding and working with horses can build core strength, muscles, flexibility and coordination.

We welcome those with ADD, ADHD, CP,Learning challanges, teens, no experience necessary.... See More

Happy Trails Riding Center is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and special needs through horsemanship.

We are a chapter of Disabled-Sports USA, a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and a Professional Association for Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) Center. Please visit www.happytrailsridingcenter.org, email or call for more information.... See More

Horse & helmet provided for first time riders. Indoor arena and 2 mi. of on-property trails. Heated viewing area. Friendly staff, child appropriate environment. Patient instructors and horses!

With a focus on safety and an emphasis on using your natural aids, we teach you or your child to ride in a fun, safe environment. With a emphasis on new or returning riders, I can work with you to tailor a program to meet your needs. Learn effective and safe horseback riding practices while gaining a better understanding of horse care, partnership, respect and maintenance. I cover everything from the ground up, including: How to properly groom and care for your horse, ground work so you and your child are safe and comfortable working around our large friends, English Pleasure and Equitation, Western Pleasure and Equitation, basic horsemanship and Showmanship, development of a centered and balanced riding seat, liberty work, and even more. All while having a fun time with our horse friends. We have some wonderful lesson horses for you to meet. Call for a visit and to discuss my program. Letitia Weikel Peterson

Letitia @ oregonhorsemanship.com.... See More

Vaulting combines the art of dance and gymnastics on horseback. Classes available for ages 3+. No prior experience is necessary! Please provide email address for more information.

Mara wasn’t born on a horse but was going on trail rides at 6 months of age. She had her 1st pony at 18 months and was taking a stool out to get on him by 3 years old. She showed a neighbor horse at 5 and was trail riding her own pony by then.
At 7 she started formal riding lessons with Sue Woodson, an Equitation trainer in Forest Grove. She rode all 3 seats, western, huntseat, and saddleseat, at class A Morgan shows with Sue until she was 12 when Sue retired. The next year she rode with Margie Burgette, then with Bill Fields, Diane Guick, Helen Crabtree, and Susie Parks who were all Equitation instructors. She finished out her juvenile years with Sara Plumley when they went to the Morgan Grand National and World Championship show and placed 5th in the 17 and under World Champion English Pleasure class in 1991. The following year, 1992, with Carmen Hobson, she placed 3rd-7th in Saddleseat Equitation and 7th in English Pleasure. All while giving lessons for her mother at Gene and Kathy Vandyke’s Beaver State Morgan Farm.
Lorraine Hill was a trainer at Arrowcrest Stables in Wilsonville when Mara was asked by the owner to come and ride juvenile and amateur on his Saddlebreds. She showed with them for 5 years in California, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada. After highschool she went to Wisconsin with Lorraine Hill to work as an instructor and apprentice trainer.
She spent a year as assistant trainer for Bruce Dixon and Jennifer Dixon and as 1 of 4 riding instructors at the Menlo Circus Club in Atherton, CA.
In 2003 her young Morgan stallion placed 3rd in the 3 year old Western Pleasure Stallions and Geldings class at the Morgan Grand National and World Championship show. During 2001-2003, Mara rode with Andy Marlette in Minnesota.
2004 she worked as trainer/manager for Bob Pylman and Kaye Reed of Pylman Quarter Horses and rode with Bob’s son Kurt Pylman who specialized in Roping and Reined Cow Horses.... See More

We focus on a life with horses in a holistic way. You or your child will not only learn to ride, but learn to care for and be responsible for your horses well being.
As you progress you can decide where you would like to take your riding. We specialize in confidence building, anxiety relief, fitness as well as many other positive aspects of working with horses.
My background is in 3 day eventing, dressage and show jumping. I focus on biomechanics, relaxation and effective communication between horse and rider. Extensive experience as a show coach.... See More

Lessons by professionals for beginners, advanced riders and all ages welcome. This is one of the premier facilities in the Northwest and West Coast. We offer full training for American Saddlebreds, Hackney Ponies and Roadsters. We have a full reproductive lab and cater to every aspect in this regard. Show prospects always for sale or to lease. Please visit our website for more information.... See More

Horse Riding lessons for all ages from 4years and up. Total beginners who have never been around horses to more advanced riders who are looking to further their riding skills and move forward into competition.

I offer private lessons to all age groups. For younger children I’ve found that 30 minute hands-on lessons which include grooming, leading, tacking-up, untacking, and learning basic riding skills is great for the first time or 2.

For older kids and adults I offer an hour long lesson which include more saddle time and more in-depth training, Which Includes focusing and working more on balance, communication, seat/posture, leg aids and much more.
Lesson ponies available or haul ins welcome
I can also travel to you by prior arrangement and travel fee may apply

Prices:
30-Minute Lessons $25.00
Kids 60-Minute Lessons $35.00
Adults 60-Minute Lessons $45.00
Discount for block of 4 lessons paid in advance

We have a family room where you can sit and watch in comfort whilst lessons take place, it's also child friendly for those younger kids who are not quite ready for the saddle.
Ample parking and mud free.
Located in colton Oregon and easy to find. Laura Garcia... See More

Western riding and horse training lessons in a no-pressure, fun atmosphere. We are licensed and insured. Our goal is to help you learn about horses while having fun and being safe. We teach gentle horse training methods while improving your riding skills, so you will have the tools to build positive relationships with horses. We also offer our farm for parties and as a photo shoot location.... See More

10 years experience providing strong foundations to both horse and riders of any age and skill level. Safe, fun, and positive environment. Training riders and horses for everything from pleasure and trail to jumping, dressage and showing. Everything is tailored to you and your situation so that you get the most out of it. Horses are available for riders that do not have their own and horses of any level of training are welcome for training w/ lessons included.... See More

Certified Riding Master and Instructor. 50+ years experience. Riding Lessons for Intermediate and Advanced Riders. Dressage, Hunt Seat, Pleasure, Jumping.

Parelli 1 Star Junior Instructor Charlie Johnson.

A NATURAL APPROACH TO HORSE TRAINING -
If you truly love horses and have an interest in natural horse training, you’ll love the Parelli method of Natural Horsemanship - a holistic approach to natural horse training based on developing a natural relationship with your horse through understanding his/her nature and understanding the world from the horse's point of view.

Based on respect, love, and understanding horse nature and psychology – the Parelli method enables anyone at any level to have fun with horses and achieve amazing results...naturally. Parelli horse training avoids using force, fear, harsh bits or mechanical training aids in favor of love, language and leadership or, said another way: relationship, communication and trustworthiness.
The Parelli method allows horse lovers at all levels and disciplines to achieve success without force, partnership without dominance, teamwork without fear, willingness without intimidation, and harmony without coercion.
I can help you establish a good relationship with our horse before getting on his back. Let me help you with your Relationship, Understanding, Communication and Trust with your horse.

The Parelli Professionals Promise guides all that we do.
 I Promise to put our relationship first and help you put the relationship with your horse first.
 I Promise to help you become well rounded in your savvy and help to prepare you for success, to read your horse and understand his Horsenality.
 I Promise to inspire and support your quest for never ending self-improvement.... See More

Bringing kids and ponies together since 1998. Ponies for all occasions. We come to you. Make that day even more special by having a pony visit your guest of honor or by having our pony carousel visit your next event. Please look at our website which is full of information or call us to discuss your needs. We are help mto help make your next event a success!... See More

We focus on a holistic horse/rider relationship. Our English riding lessons encourage harmony between horse and rider. You will learn about the horse's physical and mental needs in accordance with the guidelines of classical dressage, natural horsemanship, and psycho-spiritual disciplines. Our wonderful lesson horses support various riding levels and riding goals.... See More