Happy Hooves Equine / Riding Instructor in Edwardsville, Illinois

Riding is secondary to teaching our students about the care & handling of the horses in the safest way possible. We base our programs on Natural Horsemanship and Centered Riding Techniques.
Natural Horsemanship creates an understanding of why horses have certain behaviors and how we can encourage them to be with us in a positive and natural way.
Centered Riding encompasses all seats & styles of riding, teaches balance, clearer communication, and harmony between horse, rider, and instructor. By using these proven methods in our teaching programs we are able to offer students a well rounded program that builds confidence in their ability and skills for beginners as well as seasoned competitors. Our teaching staff collectively has over 50 years of teaching experience and are Certified Centered Riding Instructors! We offer private & group programs for students age 4 to 94. English, Western, & Gaited lessons are available. We offer discounts on lesson packages.

Specialties

Confidence Building For Horse And Rider 4-H Adult Riding Lessons Balanced Seat Beginner Riding Lessons for Adults Beginner to Advanced Riders Beginning Riders Welcome Certified Centered Riding Instructor Certified Instructor Children's Horse/Pony Birthday Parties Children's Riding Lessons Dressage Training Equitation All Seats Family Friendly Atmosphere Family-Friendly Rates Gift Certificates Available Ground Work Group Lessons Haul-Ins Horse Boarding Horse Leases Horse Sales Horse Training Horseback Riding Camps Hunt Seat Hunter Jumper Training Intermediate Riders Leasing Lesson Horses Available Lunge Lessons Natural Horsemanship Training Private Lessons Problem Horses Riding Lessons Timid Riders Trail Riding Lessons Trailer Loading Traveling Instructor Weekend Lessons Western Pleasure Working Student Program Young Riders