Carolina Horse and Hound
RIDING LESSONS
American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA)
American Riding Instructor Certification Program (ARICP)
If you would like to list your riding lesson program here at no charge, simply e-mail the information and we will add it!
North Carolina
 
Advance
Classical dressage lessons for you and your horse or use one of our school masters. See our web site.
www.windrosedressage.com
Robert O Mayer or 336-998-2412
Apex
Summit Hill Farm is a full service boarding and lesson facility in Apex, NC. We specialize in training for the event horse and
rider and also offer a lesson program on our seasoned lesson horses for those just learning to ride up to the advanced rider.
We focus on learning good horsemanship and riding skills in a fun and safe environment!  We are conveniently located near
Raleigh, Cary and Chapel Hill. Please visit our website for more information.
www.SummitHillFarmNC.com (919) 362-7899
Ayden
Offers english and western riding lessons. For ages 5 and up! Also offer Horsemanship Day camps through out the year.  
www.doublek-stables.com  Students  show at local open horse shows using our horses or their own.  Thanks, Christina Tripp
Carthage
Glenbaer Farm offers instruction and training in eventing and balance seat with Andrea St.Hilaire-Glenn.  Specializing in
young riders of all levels, and young or green horses.  Emphasis is placed on enhancing communication, trust, and
understanding between horse and rider, thus developing top performance capabilities.  (910) 947-2357,   
http://
www.glenbaer.com
Charlotte
Quality Hunter/Jumper instruction, your farm or ours.  Over 10 years of experience and training.  Classical, forward riding
system used.  Please call for rates and to set up lessons.  704-200-6774  Kelly Jerman
Charlotte
THUNDERBAY RIDING ACADEMY-We provide Horseback Riding Lessons, Summer Horse Camps and Pony  Birthday
Parties! We have safe school horses at our riding academy and we provide everything you need to start riding. Students can
participate in Horse Shows, hands on horse care and holiday activities. We operate a year round riding program with an
Indoor Arena for levels of all ages; 3 years to adult. We have certified instructors in our riding school. We invite you to visit
our barn located in Waxhaw near Matthews, Indian Trail, Weddington, Lancaster, South Carolina and Charlotte North
Carolina.
www.thunderbayacademy.com, thunderbayacademy@msn.com, 704-843-5669
Charlotte
Classical dressage lessons. Children and adults, reasonable rates 704-561-7761 sanibelfan@juno.com
Charlotte
Experienced Instructor and Horse Trainer now accepting students and training projects.  Specializes in Hunt Seat, Balance
Seat, Dessage, English / Western Pleasure and Equitation, & Hunter/Jumpers.  Will come to your barn or farm to teach and
train.  I am located in  Charlotte and my number is 704-893-0536.
Davidson
Convenient to Charlotte, Concord, Huntersville & Mooresville  FIRST CALL FARM  Unequalled in top-notch
professional care and expert training for both horse and rider. Exclusive facility with only 10 stalls offers the ultimate
in daily attention for your horse; training and coaching tailored to the individual's needs. Matted stall floors with
deep bedding throughout and walls banked. Lighted arena with washed sand and crushed rubber footing (perfect
in any weather). Training and shipping for USEF, NCHJA, SCHJA, VHSA shows as well as local schooling shows.
Trainer/Owner-Operated. 30 years experience. Approved Judge - NC, SC, GA, VA FIRST CALL FARM, 13520 E.
ROCKY RIVER RD, DAVIDSON, NC, AC JONES
www.firstcallfarm.com  336/339-5551 cell  704/249-8872 barn
Gates
Experienced instructor/ judge, helping you and your horse become a winning team.  Showmanship, Equitation,
Horsemanship, Hunter Under Saddle,Western and Trail.  Will come to your barn.  ph: 252-357-1774
Gastonia
Ambercrest Stables Located in Gastonia N.C. South. We offer clean, quite and safe environment for you and your horse. We
offer Trail riding, Boarding, Riding lessons, Birthday parties, Summer and out of school camps.  Call today and Start living life
outdoors.  Also available horse training. Dawn Gilbert 704-923-6043  
ambercreststable12@yahoo.com
Gold Hill
Dressage and hunt seat equitation lesson and training using natural horsemanship. Starting 3 and 4 year olds and retrain for
show or pleasure Dale Brown 740-490-1602 or
www.gamblersridge.net
Goldsboro
Spring Back Stables and Riding School.  English and Western by certified instructors. 919-738-7952 cell or barn
919-751-3030
gmoye@nc.rr.com
Greensboro
LARGE HUNTER/JUMPER FARM IN GREENSBORO N.C.
MILLPOINT FARMS
OFFERS BEGINNER THRU ADVANCED LESSONS,LARGE INDOOR AND OUT DOOR RINGS HORSES AND PONIES FOR
SALE OR LEASE
colleen@millpointfarms.com  336-698-0134
HOME OF ELON AND UNCG EQUESTRIAN TEAMS
Greenville
Riverwood Farm A Premier Full Service Professional Equine Boarding Facility.  Riding Lessons Offered 252-830-4030
Hickory
High quality Hunter, Jumper, Equitation Instruction, Training, Showing and Sales.  Top references including Beezie Madden
and Todd Karn.  Also available for clinics. Call for rates. Nicolle Madonna 315 380 3387
Hckoy
Collins Stables, Saddleseat lessons for children and adults.  Showing is available at local shows as well as rated shows.  
Please contact Kelly Sherwin at (828) 446-9999 or email me at
kssherwin@hotmail.com for more information.
Hiddenite
Hunt Seat / Equitation lessons on your own horse at Hidden Hills Farm Triple - certified instructor, 16 years of professional
experience 828-635-6835
Iron Station
We also have two stall openings at our horse farm now. It is a family owned and ran farm. Our farm has a family environment
with many young people and their families. We teach western and english riding. A take the students to several shows a year.
We also have a horse show at the farm every Fall. There are around 38 stalls. Three wash racks, one with heated water, two
round pens, hot walker, many pastures, large riding arena with jumps and trail class implements. 50 acres to trail ride on.
Everyone has a good time and enjoys riding together. We are located in Iron Station in Lincoln County.  704-735-4873.
Jamestown
Equine Kingdom is a premier riding facility for horseback riding instruction. Offers professional, personalized training, in a
private or group setting. English or Western instruction available, as well as trail riding, horse care, and much more. Riders
will learn responsibility, respect, self-control, courage, and discipline while having a great time with horses! Lessons available
any time, AM or PM, most weekends available. Horse shows each month, plenty of opportunity for activities and fun. Camps,
birthday parties, family days. Huge riding ring, small family operated facility with miles of trails, jumps, and lots more!  For
more info please contact Sally Cochran at (336) 908-7453, or check out the website at
www.equinekingdom.com
Louisburg
Steppin Heaven Farms, S. Louisburg, NC.  Boarding, COVERED ARENA, Riding Lessons, Equestrian Camp to fit year-round
and traditional schedules.  All disciplines encouraged.  Visit our website
www.SteppinHeaven.com for more information or call
(919) 497-0700.
Marshville
Basic Horsemanship, Trail Riding, Western Pleasure for the Show Ring Diamond R Ranch kxl@perigee.net or 980-722-3435
Millers Creek
Hidden Creek Stables is a professional Hunter/Jumper Instructional facility. Boarding, lessons, training, and show
coaching/hauling for schooling, 'C' and 'A' rated shows. Contact Jenn at 336-927-5378   
www.hiddencreekstables.net
Mint Hill
Hello Horse! at Stonecrest Farm Basic Horsemanship and Pre-Riding Lessons for Children and Adults
704-753-4297 This is a hands-on introduction to horsemanship for children, ages 7 and up, and for adults of all ages.  Learn
to safely handle horses and ponies before going for that first riding lesson.  You will receive individual instruction from a
teacher with 45+ years of horse experience.  Work with friendly horses and ponies at a quiet, private stable in the country,
just outside of Charlotte
Monroe
Carousel Stables, at Why Not An American Ark
Monroe
Carolina Country Acres is a full service equestrian facility offering lessons, training, boarding, and sales. We specialize in
hunter/jumpers and travel to all levels of shows from local to "A."  We accept riders of all ages from beginner to advanced.  
Private and group lessons are both available.  We are located in Union County, NC on S. Rocky River Road. Call or e-mail
Alicia Wilkinson at
aliciaw@carolina.rr.com or 704-764-
Monroe
Kris Barbeck -Dressage  704-641-3984 Forward Farm (Waxhaw, NC) and at Why Not An American Ark
Monroe
Haute Ecole Manuela Kowitt - Jumpers/Eventing  at  Why Not An American Ark
Monroe
Vicki Schenter - Horsemanship/USEA ICP 704-254-1406 at Why Not An American Ark
Monroe
Kimberwick Farm, 704-296- 0432 Lessons, Boarding, Training, Breeding, Sales, and Leasing. We are a family owned and
run multi discipline facility with over 25 years experience. We currently breed, train, show, and sell Morgans, Quarters, and
Paints. In 2007 we will be standing our picture perfect Palomino Quarter Horse stallion KWF Impresario. Please call for
appointments.
Monroe
Lazy R Ranch, www.LazyRRanch.com, 704-401-8260 Lessons (Horse Care, Ground Skills, and Western Riding instruction
for all ages, Riding Lessons (Western Riding for all ages, Lazy R Ranch,
www.LazyRRanch.com, 704-401-8260  Lessons are
available for children or adults.  We offer group or private instruction in Western riding skills.  Just starting out?  Not
ready to ride?  Or just need to work on your ground skills -- we offer non-riding horsemanship lessons as well.  Have
something special you'd like to learn?  Give us a call and let us tailor a lesson plan to meet your needs.   Contact us for more
information about any of our lesson programs.
Mooresville
Matt Gable Horsemanship Western and Horsemanship Lessons
Mooresville
Hunter, western, competitive trail horse and/or rider training - all levels-38 years experience,  Also offer weekend mini-camps
and have lg ponies/horses for lease.  No hourly rentals.  
Catherine Bailey 704.895.6106
Mooresville
Twin Springs Farm, a full-service equestrian facility.  Boarding, Lessons, Training and Sales.  Twin Springs is
conveniently located just outside of Mooresville, and only minutes from the Huntersville and Lake Norman areas.  
Twin Springs is a 30 acre facility with 16-14x10 stalls, cement aisles, 300 x 170 all weather ring, boarders lounge,
bathroom facilities, 2 wash stalls, washer/dryer, 24/7 on-site management.
Twin Springs has a certified trainer who has over 20 years experience in Hunter/Jumper, Eventing, Dressage and
Western specialties.  We offer full and pasture boarding, lessons, training, sales and a show team.   Family
oriented, kid-friendly and monthly social events.
Please visit
www.twinspringshorsefarm.com for more information.   You may also call 704-564-4950.
Mt. Pleasant
Hunt Seat Lessons- Professional, experienced and safe.   First Lesson free. Sweetacres@yahoo.com
New Salem
Driving Lessons for Horse and Driver.   40 years driving, 22 years teaching of both students and horses.  Kids outgrow
that cute pony in the back yard?  Horses just sitting around eating all day because you think you are too old to ride?  How
about driving them!!!  Many of my students are in their 60's and 70's and are now able to use their horses and have fun
again driving.   Located near New Salem.  Just 30 min. East of Charlotte.
704-272-9014.  
www.Buggynon.com    Mary Cody
Pine Hall
Chris Rice Training Center at BrokeMan Farms, 1788 Ridge Rd.,  Pine Hall, NC - Reining and Western Riding Lessons -  
27042   (336) 325-7812  or  (336) 325-7813 e-mail:
crice_training@triad.rr.com
Raleigh
Dead Broke Farm Lessons/Riding Lessons: Western style riding lessons given in a natural environment on our trails.  Learn
horse care, how to tack up, and how to ride.  Open year-round.  
www.deadbrokefarmstables.com
Rougemont
Eventing instruction from one of NC top instructors Chris Hitchcock. Equiventure farm 919-471-1120
www.equiventurefarm.com
Rolesville
Holly Hill Farm is a full service equestrian facility specializing in Show Jumpers, Hunters & Equitation.  Boarding, training,
lessons, sales, showing and breeding.  Located between Raleigh and Wake Forest, just outside of Rolesville.  Beautiful
facility with happy horses.  
www.hollyhillshowjumpers.com
Salisbury
Saving Grace Farm
Sandhills of NC
Coaching & Instruction: www.nlfequestrian.com Providing lessons in both horsemanship and riding to all ages and skill levels.
Students are taught riding and non-riding skills that will prepare them for responsible horse ownership with an emphasis on
safety and sound horsemanship. Students learn basic horse care and handling as well as riding skills. Lessons are held year
round, rain or shine. Lessons can be on NLF horse or yours. In addition, coaching at horse shows is also available. Rates
vary from $20 to $45 per hour
afterdark@nlfequestrian.com
Waxhaw
THUNDERBAY RIDING ACADEMY-We provide Horseback Riding Lessons, Summer Horse Camps and Pony  Birthday
Parties! We have safe school horses at our riding academy and we provide everything you need to start riding. Students can
participate in Horse Shows, hands on horse care and holiday activities. We operate a year round riding program with an
Indoor Arena for levels of all ages; 3 years to adult. We have certified instructors in our riding school. We invite you to visit
our barn located in Waxhaw near Matthews, Indian Trail, Weddington, Lancaster, South Carolina and Charlotte North
Carolina.
www.thunderbayacademy.com, thunderbayacademy@msn.com, 704-843-5669
Waxhaw
Sleepy Hollow Stables - A feel like home riding facility for riding instruction. We offer professional training and lessons in a
private or group setting.  English or western instruction available.  Lessons available anytime day or evening and weekend,
New ring, jumps ans a small family operated barn.  For information call Wendy Daniel @ 704-843-5970 or email
winniepooh@carolina.rr.com.
Waxhaw
WE OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF TRAINING & ACCESS TO TO GUIDED HORSE TRAIL RIDES ON PROPERTY, AS WELL AS
LOCAL TRAILS AROUND OUR AREA. PLEASE CALL FOR PRICING (704)843-1598 OR DAYTIME-  (704) 516-8874   
OWNERS- BO & PATTIE STARNES
Double S ranch
BO & PATTIE STARNES
BSTARNES13@carolina.rr.com
7206 PROVIDENCE RD. SOUTH
WAXHAW NC., NC 28173
UNION COUNTY
Phone: 704-843-1598
South Carolina
 
Clover
Training and Western/English Riding lessons available every day of the week.  Reasonable prices and great facility.  Indoor
and outdoor pen  Group and individual Bart and Crystal Douglas 803-222-3060
Edgemoor
Fleet Equestrian Center, LLC in  Edgemoor, SCEmail: adaar54@hotmail.com  Phone: 803-328-9878 or 803-517-4563 We
teach western - basic beginner lessons and english riding - beginners through advanced.  Ages 8 and up.  11 years of
experience teaching and training with horses.  just off of  I-77 corridor, close to Rock Hill and Fort Mill, SC. 11 years
experience  teaching/training with horses.  Caring and knowledgeable instructors can  help you reach your goal with riding.  
Fort Mill
Bine Freese - GLH Training - Fort Mill, SC
Gary L. Honeycutt -
GLH Training - Fort Mill, SC
Gafney
Horse boarding, training and lessons in Gaffney, SC. Great care and plenty of turnout for your horse in an owner managed
atmosphere. Facilities include large pastures, stalls with fans, hot/cold washrack, lighted arena and much more.  Lessons
given for all ages, levels and disciplines. Training horses accepted from Colt Starting to finishing. Give us a call!  
864-491-1717 or visit us at
www.woodfoxfarm.com.
Greenville
Dressage Riding Instruction by Kimberly Cush 864-363-3727 http://www.kindred-spirits.com/Bramblewood
Greer
Indigo Road Farm - We offer riding lessons for children and adults from basic horsemanship skills all the way to the showring.
Our program develops thinking riders that are strong and adaptable as well as patient and understanding. With mostly
private riding lessons(and never more than 3 to a group) we keep groups smaller and the attention more focused. We have
horses and ponies for every rider's level and ability. Beginner riding lessons are $40 and last one hour. We teach safety on
or around the horse, focus on balance and learning basic aids and include brushing the horse or pony, learning the names
of the equipment we use, tacking, riding and care for your mount at the end of the lesson. Advanced riding lessons last a half
an hour and are $35. Lessons are available Tuesday through Saturday
Greer
"Horse Valley Equestrian Center. Greer, SC. English Riding lessons in Dressage, Hunter/Jumper, and English Equitation.
Well-mannered horses, Great hobby for children or adults!! Our facilities offer full boarding, training, seminars, and summer
camp!  175x200 Covered, lighted arena!   Dressage ring and eventing course in the works! Discounted Lesson packages  
available! Please call instructor (Kim) at 864-380-3368 for farm questions or to book an appointment!" Kimberly Dunn,
trainer/instructor
Horse Valley Equestrian Center, Greer, SC  864-949-3365 (H) or 864-380-3368 (C)
www.horseroamfarm.com
Ladson
Karen DeLonge (843) 873-5782 Carousel Riding Stables
Van Wyck
Beginner to advanced, adult or child, huntseat riding prgram.  Belfair Farms Riding Academy in Van Wyck, SC 704-661-4341
Windsor
York
Rainbow Acre Stables - York, SC  803 684-2722  Quality, natural, holistic care for your horse.  Private english riding lessons
& equine massage also available.   
www.rainbowacrestables.com or e-mail:  info@rainbowacrestables.com
Virginia
Fox Pointe Farm - Overnight Summer Camp, Quality English instruction.
Quinton