Horseback Riding in The Plains, Virginia (Fauquier County)

Little Pond Farm offers English/Hunter lessons to children and adults of all ages on our horses or yours. Beginners to advanced riders welcome. We offer a quiet and fun atmosphere where you can take a leisurely stroll through the neighboring fields and trails or practice for the shows in our large sand arena. We also offer several cross country jumps for those interested in hunting or eventing. At Little Pond Farm we have a little something for everyone!
Quality horses and ponies also offered for sale.... See More

At Mahalo Farm in Earlysville, VA, we provide riding and carriage driving lessons for children and adults. Hunter-jumper, western, dressage and combined driving disciplines are offered as well as basic horsemanship skills for recreational riders who just want to trail ride or have fun. Our approach to riding is based on a strong foundation of natural horsemanship methods, Alexander Technique and Pilates, balanced seat, minimal aids, consideration of the horse and fun and safety for the rider. Private and semi-private lessons are offered as well as longer 1/2 day and full day lesson programs or trail rides during weekends, holidays and vacations. We also go to several local shows each year, attend several hunter paces and even go fox hunting several times a year.
For experienced riders, we offer partial leases of our well-trained and well-behaved horses. It's almost like owning a horse without all the extra expenses. It's a great way to enjoy horses, see the Virginia countryside from horseback and know that someone else is caring for the horses when you aren't around.
We also offer field boarding to a limited number of horses. All pastures have run-in sheds, fresh water and shade. Organic principles are followed throughout the farm including feeding organically/transitionally grown hay during the winter.
Need your horse or pony trained to drive or want a better shoulder-in on your horse, we can help you. We accept a very limited number of horses for training.
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Be sure to check us out at our website: www.mahalofarm.com. Give us a call at or send us an email to Mahalo, Patty... 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

Just 10 minutes from downtown Charlottesville. Calberry Farms offers hunter/jumper and beginning riding lessons in a quiet and friendly environment. Group and private lessons available. Lesson schedule is flexible. Horses are also available for lease. Check out www.calberryfarms.com for more information. Contact info: ... See More

Baily Dent Equestrian is an established program located in just outside of Charlottesville, Va. at Millington Stables. Our facility boasts 50 stalls, 2 out door rings, spacious grassy turnout, and 1000+ acres of trails through Farmington Hunt Country. Baily Dent is our head trainer. She grew up riding and showing in Charlottesville, Virginia and has spent a lifetime showing at some of the most prestigious horse show in the country. Baily has successfully brought along many young horses and riders to achieve the same kind of success she has enjoyed throughout her career. Baily stresses good basics in her teaching and believes that this strong foundation is what brings riders success in and out of the show ring with their horses. Baily strives to use all forms of communication with her riders to identify how each individual learns best, be it visually, verbally or hepaticly. Our lessons are geared toward any age rider who wants to learn a safe and effective approach to riding in a fun and friendly environment. Private and group lessons are available. We attend a verity of shows ranging from local schooling shows to national AA rated shows throughout Virginia and the East coast. Lessons are offered for all ages on your horse or our own. We always have a large selection of quality horses for sale and lease. Beginners are welcome. We specialise in young horses, difficult horses, and OTTBs. Gift certificates and lesson packages are available. Please call or text or email for more info.... See More

Riding lessons for all ages available. Specialized in beginner instruction.

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