Horseback Riding in Fredericksburg, Virginia (Spotsylvania County)

Safe, experienced horses and ponies available for lessons. Denise has over 25 years of experience teaching riders of all ages and levels. Denise grew up riding at Junior Equitation School in VA, participated in Pony Club, and horse showed in the local and rated hunter/jumper shows in the area. Lessons are available year round. Facilities include an indoor arena and an outdoor riding arena.... See More

Just moved here from Florida..Available to teach beginner thru adults in Hunter/Jumper divisions.

North Star Stables is an inclusive riding facility offering riding lessons for people of all abilities. Instructor Teresa Pilegaard teaches with a foundation of classical dressage and focuses on adapting her teaching style to the needs of each individual rider. A PATH International IT, Teresa constantly pursues excellence in her riding and instructing.

Riding lessons are available for students age 2 - adult. Therapeutic riding lessons are available to students age 4 and up.

PLEASE NOTE NEW HORSE DOES NOT PROVIDE ME WITH YOUR CONTACT INFO. PLEASE CALL TO INQUIRE.... See More

Lessons for beginners thru advanced. Basic jumping to Advanced/ Steeplechase. Pls call directly at .
Adult lesson are given also in groups or private.

Fancy Hill Farm, LLC is a lovely horse farm specializing in the hunter/jumper discipline outside Charlottesville. We have created a fun, nurturing and confidence building environment where both rider and horse alike are treated with respect and kindness. We feel that riding is a go at your own pace sport and tailor our lessons to each rider's individual needs and goals. Our boarding is not once size fits all but instead caters to your horse's particular needs. It is our experience that this is the way to a happy, healthy horse and a healthy, happy horse is a safe and winning mount. You can expect to receive very personal service at our farm and therefore have an enjoyable experience each and every time you are here.... See More

Former Jockey and exercise rider at racetrack, Pony Clubber,Experienced instructor of 20 years, especially gifted in working with children. Particular focus on trail riding due to being close to Potomac River Trails.Also have ring available. Familiar with English, Hunt Seat, and Western. Private and semi private lessons... See More

At 20/20 Horsemanship we focus on giving Clear Communication to obtain Visible Results. This applies to both horse and rider. Balanced seat riding is taught, along with the importance and understanding of herd behavior and body language. We stand apart from the typical
Lesson barn because students 1) learn to properly ‘catch’ and halter the horse 2) leading and correct ground handling 3) grooming, tacking up
4) riding theory
5) unmounted lessons that include: pasture and herd management, skills to
Improve your ride and too many more to list!
As a natural horsemanship trainer, Loretta incorporates teaching her students the training methods she uses for the horses. This concept allows the student to earn respect from the horse while unmounted, and has also proven to be filled with lessons for every day life.... See More

Golden Dreams Therapeutic Riding Center is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit public organization dedicated to enriching, improving, and empowering the lives individuals with special needs (both children and adults) and their families who can benefit from therapeutic equestrian activities. In addition to serving the needs of our riders, we serve as a hub for volunteerism in the area. We have been providing services to riders in the Middleburg/Loudoun Cty/NOVA/Washington, DC, area since 2006.... See More

Horsemanship and riding lessons are taught by a certified instructor. We teach ages 7 and up, & we love teaching adults! From the student who has never even touched a horse, to those with experience cantering and jumping we offer something for everyone. Loretta enjoys helping adults gain confidence and working through fear. We strive to focus on teaching good Horsemanship principles to everyone. This includes but is not limited to, learning how to read horses body language, learning how to use your own body language to influence the horse, understanding how herd behavior works and why it is so important to understand the differences of prey and predators. All of the above helps the student to become a better horseman/woman.... See More

Kilfinnan Stables is a full service equine facility offering training, lessons, clinics, sales and boarding. Lessons and Training are provided by Advanced Three Day Event Rider Sean McQuillan. Sean offers instruction to riders of all ages and abilities, focusing on good horsemanship, solid basics, proper balance, and the relationship and communication between horse and rider and has been helping students form great partnerships with their horses for over 15 years. He is well known for his patience, communication skills, and takes pride in getting the best out of each student and horse. His coaching style is a mix of training and lesson philosophies coming from years of experience in the tack and his tremendous teachers and coaches throughout the years including David O’Connor, Phillip Dutton, Jimmy Wofford, Stuart Black, and Bay Cockburn. Sean’s philosophies are well-rounded and tailored to fit each horse and rider combination.
Sean is also available for clinics. He currently teaches numerous clinics at private stables and colleges throughout the East Coast and Midwest as well as conducting training clinics for numerous regional Pony Club chapters.... See More

Coach Jeni Platt grew up on horseback on her family farm in Central Virginia where she participated in many equestrian activities. Jeni holds a BA in Psychology and a QMHP certificate in Virginia. She is also a certified Yoga Instructor and B4C Social Emotional Learning Facilitator. At SCS, she is the Operations Manager, Lead Horsemanship Coach, and Equine Specialist.

In our lesson program, students learn about horse behavior, care, grooming, and basic riding skills! We teach "horsemanship style" with an emphasis on safety and self awareness covering various topics, including horse caretaking, handling, and knowledge. There is riding of course but it is not our sole focus. We are always happy to work with any experience level and have fun!
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SCS is inspiring the next generation of thinkers and doers through hands-on adventures! All activities are designed to foster critical thinking, socioemotional development, confidence, and teamwork. Classes are taught by a team of instructors with skills including groundwork, riding English and Western, games, confidence building, and more.

Youth ages 5 and up may join us for ninety-minute horsemanship lesson blocks that include both ground and riding instruction. We teach safety, groundwork, equine care and knowledge, equipment maintenance, and horseback riding. All classes are taught with an SEL focused approach and foster personal development. Limited adult lessons may be available, please feel free to reach out and ask!

SCS Equestrian Team tryouts are open to anyone attending horsemanship classes weekly. Travel Team members must ride a minimum of 2x weekly and are eligible to attend off-farm events such as trail rides, hunter paces, and horse shows. Ancillary Team members must ride a minimum of 1x weekly and may attend on-site team meetings and are eligible to "pick up" ride at horse shows on a case by base basis.... See More

Fancy Hill Farm, LLC is a beautiful farm located on an historic property in Palmyra VA. We specialize in the hunter/jumper discipline and offer boarding, lessons, showing and day camp to students 4 years and up in a fun and confidence building environment. At Fancy Hill farm, LLC, we believe students learn best by teaching the basics so they can then build a strong foundation.
We feel that we need the give your horse the best so you can get the best from your horse . For our equine partners, we offer very individualized care including premium feed, quality free choice hay. heated water troughs and buckets, fly misters, footed ring, stall fans. matted stalls,dust free bedding. individual turnout, blanketing and more.
We are happy to show you around anytime.... See More

Fox Pointe Farm offers riding lessons and show coaching. Showing VHSA,BHSA, CVSJA "AA" and IEA. We host and coaching the area's first Interscholastic Equestrian Association show team started in 2008. Lessons year round Tuesday -Sundays. Closed on Mondays. Quality horses and ponies are available to riders in the school program. Weekly group or private lessons. Lease horses are available to help gain needed horseback riding experience. From beginning to riding at the high levels of competition, Fox Pointe Farm ensures that all riders gain an understanding of good horsemanship, superior care and grooming.Trailer in's welcome. Show coaching and representing buyers in the process of horse purchasing.
Call in advance to schedule,no walk in's please.
We offer (1) free half hour introductory lesson to new students.

Trainer Colleen Seely
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Templar Farm LLC is committed to training both horse and rider, of all levels, to their top potential. We offer both dressage instruction, as well as hunter/jumper. Our experienced trainers work with students just starting out, to advanced students looking to compete on the rated circuit. The premiere facility features 100’ x 200’ outdoor arena, 168’ x 65’ indoor arena with dust free footing and viewing area, and climate controlled lounge. Beginner through advanced lesson horses are available and haul- in’s are welcome.

Spots are available for training horses. We are happy to work with all, including young horses, severe rehab cases and troubled/difficult horses.

Please contact us directly through Facebook, or our contact information. We cannot reply to messages through this website.... See More

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