Horseback Riding in Gig Harbor, Washington (Pierce County)

PTR would like to welcome our new trainer and coach, Alexa Belen!

Alexa will be teaching Tuesday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's and Sunday's and training as well. We are so excited to add her to our family! I've been looking for a mini me and I found her. Please let me know if you would like to take some lessons under her guidance.

Alexa started riding at age 6 right here at Pony Tail Ranch. She showed on our AQHA team for many years at the national level and was top 10 in the nation in 2005. This little gal is a very accomplished horsewoman and will be sharing her expertise with our students.

Alexa graduated from Washington State university in 2013 with a Bachelor of science in psychology and a Bachelors of Arts in criminal justice. She volunteered at PATH, Palouse Area Therapeutic Horsemanship program which fueled her two passions, horses and helping people. She is interested in starting a rehabilitation therapy program. Alexa would like to continue her education by working toward her masters degree focusing on Horse Therapy in correlation with criminal rehabilitation as well as victims of physical and mental trauma.

Pony Tail Ranch offers boarding and training as well as birthday parties for children.... See More

Hunter's Run is a premier private hunter/jumper training facility. We are located in Maple Valley, approximately 30 minutes from Bellevue, Seattle, and Issaquah. We offer board, training and lessons for beginners to advanced riders. Our experienced professionals are committed to bringing out your personal excellence.

Hunter's Run Equestrian Center has been training hunters/jumpers and equitation for over 25 years.

Our riders compete in lead line, hunters, jumpers, and equitation at local, national and international "A" shows.

Colleen has owned and been the head trainer at Hunter's Run for 25 years. She brings many years of experience to horse care, client satisfaction as well as a life-long love of horses, people and horse shows.
She has also found time to give back in industry positions such as president and board member many times for the Washington State Hunter-Jumper Association, North American Young Riders Coordinator, Zone IX Chairman, and she is currently on the Zone IX Board for USHJA.

Career highlight: Being awarded the National Bergen-Brunswick Corporation's "Trainer of the Year."

Meghann has been riding and showing since she was four years old. She successfully competed in the ponies, children's, juniors, adult, amateur owners and grand prix. After receiving a criminal justice degree from Seattle University, Meghann chose to become a professional for Hunter's Run.

Career highlights include: 3 top ten placings in the USEF WEst Coast Finals, top 10 in the National equitation Finals at the Capitol Challenge under Karen Healy. She also swept the N.W. Zone IX finals as an adult winning the Adult Eq Finals, Adult Hunter Finals, Johnny Johnson MEdal Finals and the Ariat Finals. She recently won the Zone IX 1st Year Green Finals on DaVinci in 2009. She brings extensive experience to our riders.

Angie has been riding with Hunter's Run since she was 11 years old. Her expertise is starting green and/or young horses, preparing them for shows, and offering a comfortable 1st show experience. Angie has consistently won many championships at shows in Washington, Oregon, British Columbia and California as well as many year end and zone awards.
She is excellent with new riders, helping them gain confidence and is a strong coach for intermediate and advanced students. Angie has also been a board member several times for the Washington State Hunter & Jumper Association.
Career highlight: Competing in the ASPCA MaClay finals in California.... See More

Overlake Farm in Bellevue, Washington offers riding lessons, summer kid's camp and horse boarding.

Woodside Stables is the premier hunter, jumper and equitation barn in Kitsap County! We teach beginners through advanced, young children through adults. With an emphasis on good horsemanship and equitation we can help you achieve your riding goals, whether they include local schooling shows, or national competitions. School horses are available. A family owned and operated business.... See More

Horsemanship instruction offered for all ages & levels on your horse or ours, & specializes in Showmanship, Western, English, & Trail for competitive or recreational riders. Students have competed in 4-H at county & state levels, Hollywood Hill Saddle Club, WTEA, Poorman's, & NW Mountain Trail Championships in Eugene, OR. If you’re interested in becoming involved in a dynamic horsemanship program this may be for you.

For info contact R-A Mazzola or visit online at www.camptashunka.com... See More

At Harmony Ridge Equestrian Center, we are committed to providing riders of all levels and ages with an education that will inspire a life-long love of horses and equestrian sports.

We are proud to offer lessons through our Riding Academy. We set ourselves apart by offering
- small lesson sizes (1-2 riders per lesson)
- quality show horses and ponies
- USHJA certified instruction
- competitive rates.

We also teach horsemanship skills with each lesson and offer private camps and learning opportunities throughout the year for students enrolled in regular lessons.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Our program is proud to offer:

* Seating in our arena or heated viewing room for spectators/parents

* Youth lessons starting at age 5

* Lessons for beginning adults and those with previous riding experience

* Private lessons and small class sizes

* Safe, well-trained lesson horses

* Knowledgeable, professional, and friendly staff

* Emphasis on the health and well being of our horses

Our program is designed to carry riders though whatever goals they may have. Whether that is simply learning to be proficient and have fun or becoming a top A circuit show rider, Harmony Ridge offers programs custom fit to each riders' goals.

ABOUT US:

Our farm started as a local barn offering lessons for beginning riders. Today, we have grown to an operation that has retained our "family friendly" and boutique appeal while offering the finest quality lessons for all ages and levels, as well as a top-rated A circuit show team that competes up and down the West Coast. We are proud to be a barn where our young riders learn life skills, such as teamwork and work ethic, and where riders make friendships and bonds with animals that they will remember for a lifetime.

For more information please visit us at our website: www.HarmonyRidgeEquestrian.net. CALL NOW to set up your introductory lesson! .... See More

We have been the premier American Saddlebred Show Horse trainer for more than 60 years. We special in both children and adults, amateur to professional, focusing on Saddleseat, three-gaited, five-gaited, pleasure, country pleasure, show pleasure, equitation, academy, western, and driving. Your horse or ours.... See More

Lisa Shaw of Rockin 4 Ranch offers lessons and training in the Hunters, Jumpers, and Equitation. We regularly compete in a dozen or more horse shows a year, from local schooling shows to A rated shows.We are committed to offering a complete education for horse and rider, from the beginner to the most advanced. Our comprehensive lessons cover not only jumping exercises, but also the fundamentals of correct position and basic horsemanship. Come ride in a fun and friendly family atmosphere at Rockin 4 Ranch!... See More

Faith Farm is a lovely barn with a friendly atmosphere. Our experienced instructors and coaches help teach students the art of working with and around horses. We provide riding lessons in dressage and jumping as well as offer horse training. Faith Farm is also the home to the Redwing Vaulting Team!... See More

Good riding is distinguished by balance, rhythm, energy, tact, and timing. Weather your quarterhorse, warmblood, or saddlebred goes in english, western or an Austrialian trail saddle these qualities will be present.

She endeavor to strengthen the basics while progressing in your choosen discipline in a way that is safe and appropriate for your confidence, skill and horse.... See More

Positive, systematic dressage and Jumping instructor with with a Masters Degree in Counseling/Psychology and 30 years of teaching/training experience. Beginners through Prix St Georges. Jumping: beginners through 1.20m. Cavalletti and gymnastics. We do not have lesson horses at this time. Beautiful facility with boarding and haul in available. Available for clinics, and for help with balanced seat in all disciplines. Cavalletti clinics once a month and we attend schooling and other shows as a group.

Email is by far the best way to reach me. Please email me for a response, or leave your email address. If you would rather not use the form, you can email me directly Thanks! Looking forward to meeting you!... See More

Located close to downtown Woodinville in a park like setting. WE offer Riding lessons for beginner to advanced riders . Lessons can be taken in western or english style. CHA Certified instuctor with over 35 years teaching experience teaches all lessons.
School horses available for your use or bring your own and brush up on your skills. Lessons are fun and educational. We offer Summer Day camps. Full care horse boarding available . Close to trails. Visit our web site for more information www.hhecinc.com or call to make an appt to view barn.... See More

Better than lessons - you and your kids will appreciate a trail ride over boring arena circles any day! Riders will learn basic handling skills in a far more beautiful environment. Try a guided horseback ride along trails that wind through our lush forests. Great for riders of all ages and skill levels (kids to adults; beginner to advanced). This is a small privately owned ranch. All trail rides are guided at a "walk only" by an experienced and knowledgeable trail guide who leads riders in small groups of 1-4 riders. We specialize in confidence building. We ride rain or shine; we use comfy waterproof lap blankets to keep our riders warm and dry in poor weather conditions. We have a huge variety of ride types, from one half hour to all day rides, we'll even plan an overnight camping trip. Get more than just a trail ride, as we sponsor seasonal treat rides (egg hunt ride, trick n treat ride, candy cane ride, patriotic ride, and sweetheart ride) and riding in prize/raffle/poker rides sponsored by others. We also offer family or small group rides for birthdays, campfires, lunch/dinners, picnics, wine tasting (age appropriate), scavenger hunts, and more! We will design a special riding event for you. All riding is at a walk on trails suited to the rider skill level. Learn to ride as you enjoy our beautiful Washington forested trails, no more riding in circles in a boring arena! We can short ride local or haul our horses to any of the many local trailheads. We adjust our rides to rider needs and wants - we can ride flat trails to high back country in the mountains with amazing scenic views. Our horses are well mannered and easy to control, not sluggish or asleep. Every ride is unique, enjoyable, and fun! Plus there is always the thrilling possibility that the local wildlife might make an appearance; bunnies, eagle, deer, elk, bear, bobcat, etc. Contact us for trail riding rates. All riding fees are “time in the saddle”, no paying for the time it takes to brush groom and tack the horse. Horses are ready to ride when the rider arrives, unless the rider wants to participate/learn. Riding rates are reasonable and we have frequent rider discounts. Do you like free? We teach horse/riding care for free! Watch for our “open house” nights and ride for free. All ranch rules apply. Visit our website at www.EchoRiverRanch.com, , or call/text for price quotes. We have gift certificates too! We do lessons too, but why not enjoy the ride on a trail!... See More

Valerie de Marval has been riding since the age of seven and has been an instructor and trainer for over two decades. Valerie is a Certified Riding Instructor and Horsemanship Graduate of the Pacific Horse Center. Her early training included many years of intense work with Dennis Calin and Lissolette Fore. She has competed through Third Level; trained at Prix St. Georges; and shown both hunter/jumper and 3-day events. She even worked with race horses in France for several years as an amateur jockey!

Valerie offers group and private instruction for riders of all ages, levels, and abilities. Her primary focus is Dressage, but she also teaches Basic Horsemanship as well as low level Hunter/Jumper and English Pleasure classes. Lungeing of horse and rider can be arranged. Valerie has a small stable of school ponies and horses available for classes and leasing.

Personalized training and coaching for you and your horse is available. Valerie is happy to help you prepare for and compete in shows. She also can show your horse herself if you would prefer.

Valerie presently is available at Emerald Lane Stables in Bothell, WA and Silhouette Stables in Arlington, WA. Travel to your barn can be arranged.

NEW!!! Valerie has a new assistant, Shannon, who has extensive experience with Arabians, Western, Saddleseat, and starting young horses.... See More

Our teaching methods use positive reinforcement, creating a fun, team atmosphere. We are constantly going to shows, on trail rides, having barn events, and furthering our knowledge through educational clinics. Come join in on the fun!!!!