Horseback Riding in Ballston Spa, New York (Saratoga County)

We are a Very Special Type of Horse Farm! We offer Family Packages for those that are just up for the Weekend and we also offer "Equine Workshops, Instructional Riding, Private Camp, Vacation Rental Property"

Western Pleasure, Hunter Under Saddle, Hunter Over Fences, Basic Riding, Western Riding, and Trail Riding (non-competitive).

Our focus in our riding lessons, is on teaching our students to be confident, safe, and comfortable around horses and to help them to push their limits in a safe and structured way, so that they may never stop learning. Owner and Trainer/ Instructor Natalie Bellairs has been riding for over 15 years and had been training professionally for the last 9 years, some of her training horses and students have gone on to compete in paint horse worlds, and some are up and coming even in just their local and regional competitions.
All students learn to groom and tack their own horses as part of the lesson. They also either brush or bathe their horse after the lesson as the weather permits.
As each student progresses the lessons start to focus on the required skills needed to compete in there desired discipline. At Clef Tree Farm we travel to schooling shows throughout the show season.
Students with the required knowledge and skills are encouraged to participate. Student participation at shows is at the discretion of their trainer.
A students abilities are key to a safe and enjoyable experience. Riding begins with each student learning proper balance, position and use of aids, or how the body is used as a means of asking the horse to move.
Students progress according to their abilities and begin trotting or cantering only when they have achieved the skills necessary to keep themselves properly balanced and the horse reasonably comfortable.... See More

Catskill equestrian center is a complete equine facility located at the Bailiwick animal park in Catskill, NY. 

We offer boarding, riding lessons, summer riding camp, special events, shows, clinics, horses for sale & lease

Horseback riding lessons horse boarding horse training horse sales pony camp clinics showing

I am an Irish intrernational showjumping rider and a farrier in my spare time.To be succesfull in any equestrian sphere correct flatwork is the key.I have 25 years of experience .I am currently based in saugerties new york.

Dressage & Jumping for children and adults. Trailer-in or ride one of our 13 wonderful academy horses suitable for every abilty level. Amy von Scholz, owner and Head Trainer is an active local Dressage judge and USDF L/distinction. She has been riding for over 30 years and has worked with some of the best trainers, including olympians as well as many grand prix riders in dressage, jumpers, combined training, equitation, hunters and graduated from Centenary College, one of the top equine schools, with a BA. She is comfortable teaching all levels and has the patience to deal with children and beginners plus the eye to help the more advanced riders. We have reasoable prices and a positive approach. We horse show with our competitive riders and offer leases and sales, clinics and workshops for the more serious riders. Amy adjusts to individual learning styles and works to fill in the holes of the more advanced riders.... See More

Erin M Goodney is the resident trainer of Franconia Farm in Remsen,New York.She also travels to offer her serivices. Erin has spent her entire life involved in the equine industry and has ridden under a variety of trainers to improve her riding ability. She has also spent time working under international riders and trainers. Erin has shown on the hunter and equitation curcuits from local showing to IHSA showing, A rated showing at HITS Saugerties, Lake Placid, and Syracuse. Erin has traveled to Wellington, Florida during the winter months to work in the big time show world. She has a Bachelors Degree in Animals Science with a Concentration of Equine from Suny Cobleskill. Erin gives English riding lessons to the competitive rider who wants to be involved in the show ring, or the rider who just wants to ride for the pleasure of it. She offers training that includes lessons,starting under saddle, schooling/conditioning and corrective behavior/riding vices. Erin also includes showing in her schedule and offers coaching throughout a show to her students or showing a client's horse. Erin strives to teach students to communicate with their horse in a way that allows the horse to move in their natural abilities. She helps deepen the bond and strengthen the relationship between rider and horse that will give confidence to those who seek it.... See More

One on one, personalized instruction for the total beginner to experienced student, focused on developing a completely balanced, secure seat and independent hands - the proper foundation for all disciplines of riding - and a harmonious partnership between the horse and rider. Using time tested methods developed by the masters of the equestrian arts on a calm and serene private farm set in the foothills of the beautiful Catskill mountains, Shady Farm welcomes riders from young children to adults.

Let us introduce you to the wonderful world of horseback riding, offering step by step guidance through the psychology and physiology behind the poetry of riding a horse.

Set on 87 acres of meadows and beautiful mountainside, only 4 miles from the village green in Woodstock, close to enchanting bed & breakfasts and world class restaurants, theatre, film, dance, art and music. Come on up to the Hudson Valley and enjoy an equestrian getaway!... See More

Riding lessons and training in dressage, hunters, and jumpers. I use a natural approach to training that is kept within the means of the horse and/or rider's abilities at the time. I look to create relaxed, confident athletes who are comfortable with the task at hand. Sometimes this takes going back a few steps to re-do some basics, other times it takes pushing beyond your "limits". A solid basic foundation is the key to success for both horse and rider. Beginner (horses and riders) to advanced welcome!
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Our facility is very unique. We work with people with disablities and without disabilites. We are a training barn for NY Special Olympics. We offer many different programs for the rider or horse.

Classical Horsemanship,

Enjoy the noble companionship of horses, Let over thirty years of experience teach you true horsemanship while learning classical hunt seat and dressage. Our monthly rates are very affordable. Call today to ride!

We now have limited stalls available!

Fully equipped private full service barn with everything you could need and want. Keep your competitive horse in shape & looking their best with any or all of our amenities including:

Miles of trails to hack access to hunt country
12x14 large matted stalls
heated tack room

Turnout with sheds, running water & electric

Top quality hay & grain
Call today space is limited, friendly adult atmosphere located in the heart of Dutchess county!... See More

Horse and rider training in dressage and eventing. Full board available