Horseback Riding in Huntersville, North Carolina (Mecklenburg County)

Jansal Saddlebreds is currently offering saddleseat riding lessons to the public. Lessons are $25 for 30 minutes of riding time for individual lessons, and $25 for group lessons that are 45 minutes of riding time. Head Instructor is certified with the American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA - Level 2). We also offer driving lessons for those who may not be able to ride, or just don't wish to get on one! Our facilities include both a lighted and climate controlled indoor arena as well as an outside arena, so you can ride day or night, rain or shine, inside or out. Centrally located near winston, 1 exit down from the Tanglewood exit on I-40... See More

Children's Hunter and Dressage barn offering lessons, summer camps, horse boarding. We specialize in teaching young riders. We help young riders achieve their riding goals while having fun.

Canterlane Farm is a full service hunter/jumper riding facility located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We offer simply the finest care, personalized riding lessons, successful showing, and professional training on 22 beautiful, secluded acres just 5 minutes from Hanes Mall. Experienced horse lovers as well as beginners of all ages are welcome.... See More

Canterlane Farm is a full service hunter/jumper riding facility located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We offer simply the finest care, personalized riding lessons, successful showing, and professional training on 22 beautiful, secluded acres just 5 minutes from Hanes Mall. Experienced horse lovers as well as beginners of all ages are welcome.... See More

Cash Lovell Stables and Riding Academy is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the top training facilities for American Saddlebreds. We teach English riding lessons -- the basis of all riding. Our instructors are world class and are trained professionals. Your first lesson at Cash Lovell Stables is free. We also have a tack shop with wonderful prices on everything you need to ride. We offer riding lessons for beginners, intermediates and advanced riders seven days a week. Cash Lovell Stables is the home of many World Class show riders, but we welcome every type of rider at our barn. Come see us!... See More

Seacrest Show Stables with Hunters and Jumpers, pairing the perfect match for horse and rider for a winning team. Working with beginners to advanced riders.

We love kids we strive to let kids experiance the joys of riding horses.

An emphasis on horsemanship, on creating a bond between horse and rider, on teaching the rider how to best give to the relationship between horse and rider, this is what sets instruction at Serendipity apart. Students are involved in every step of the process - catching, grooming, tacking, riding, and aftercare; we teach all of the basic disciplines with a focus on harmony with the horse, whether your goal is to ride out on a trail or be competative in the show ring.... See More

Specializing in hunter/jumpers we offer riding lessons for all ages and levels. We are located in Trinity at Uwharrie River Farms just minutes from Asheboro, High Point and surrounding areas. If you want to just take some time out for yourself and discover the thrill of horses or want to show on the C circuit and local shows we offer everything in between. Hope to hear from you soon! Check us out on Facebook at Havenwood Stables... See More

Autumn Sun Stables is family owned and operated horseback riding facility specializing in riding lessons, boarding, training, sales, camps, parties, and more. We specialize in English riding, but also offer Western riding as well. Disciplines we cover include hunters, jumpers, eventing, dressage, western pleasure, trail, and overall equitation. We have over 30 acres, a beautiful outdoor arena, a round pen, cross country jumps, stadium jumps, and trails. Our riding lessons cover all that goes into riding including grooming, tacking up, riding both in an arena and outside, lunging, washing horses, cleaning tack, feeding and caring for horses, and much more. We also offer leasing, sales, and showing for interested riders. Lessons are for people of all ages as well as dead beginners. We welcome anyone with an interest in horses!... See More

Hidden K Stables is a full service facility offering qualified riding instruction from beginners to competitive Eventing as well as Dressage and Hunter/Jumping. Instructors are BHS (British Horse Society) qualified and insured. We have excellent horses to teach every level. HKS is the home of the WFU Dressage Team and is a US Pony Club Riding Center offering the Pony Club program to those who do not own their own horses. HKS also offers quality training, clinics and boarding. Please call with any quesions.... See More

Jumping H Farm TRAIL RIDES AND RIDING LESSONS Teaching the beginner to intermediate rider with your horse or ours. We offer guided trails and trail riding lessons. 1-2 hour rides available on safe trustworthy mounts. 25 years of lesson experience from the very basics to upper level showing. Group or Private Lessons Available. Please contact Nicole Huttar or email Fun and Friendly atmosphere geared around learning the correct riding skills.... See More

Rocky Knoll Stables is a family run business that has been providing top-quality services to our community for over 15 years.

We are conveniently located right outside of Asheboro, North Carolina. Our family has been blessed to have been able to collect a variety of equines that make their home at Rocky Knoll Stables. Whether customers are just wanting to learn to ride or maybe looking for a horse to call their own we can make it happen here at Rocky Knoll Stables!... See More

We offer quality riding lessons in hunters, jumpers, and eventing. We are a small family owned barn with a fun environment. We also offer riding camps, horse leasing, horse sales, horse training, pony rides by appointment and pony parties on the farm. Start riding for pleasure or to show with us. Our rates are competitive. Hope to hear for you soon....contact Heidi at , or e-mail me ... See More

A Note from Martha:

Dressage is a beautiful form of communication between a horse and rider.If you are interested in competing in dressage, I can teach you how to choose, apply, and prepare for the event, whether it is local or out of town. I applaud you for showing an interest in dressage - it means you care about your horse, and advance yourself as a rider. Perseverance will bring the two of you many rewards.

I first became involved with dressage, when, as a hunt seat rider, I found myself craving a higher level of communication with my horse. I saw dressage riders create what appeared to be magic with their horses.

For anyone who has learned the art of ballroom dancing, there are many similarities. The man leads, the woman follows, and in the case of riding, the rider leads and the horse follows. The horse will find this as enjoyable as the woman does, if the rider is clear in their "aids" (as when a man "leads" in dancing). If the aids are unclear, the horse will give the wrong response, and possibly even be punished for it. This is very discouraging, and eventually the horse will become sour and resistant.

It is for this reason it is very important for a rider to learn how to isolate the aids, how to properly apply them, and how to combine them as well. I teach the rider how to become aware of the effect their body parts, balance, and even their voice can have on communication with the horse. The rider must train their body as a dancer does, with stretches, holding their position initially with muscle, and learning to relax in the correct position. This requires dedication on the rider's part, stamina, and tremendous concentration. The good news is that the rider does not have to rush this process, and shouldn't try because there are no shortcuts. Be prepared for some frustrating moments, as it takes a lot of repetition to erase old habits, and feeling physically tired at the end of your ride. Those who have givien up other disciplines to try dressage because it is "easier" are in for a big surprise.

I teach riders who own (or beg, borrow, or steal) their own horses. If you don't have access to a horse, I can help find one for you, just check with me.... See More