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Top 10 horseback riding instructors in Aurora, IL

Students agree: these instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Woodland Oaks Farm

Woodland Oaks Farm

5.0(2)
1 hire on Lessons
Serves Aurora, IL
Cathy B. says, "Kellie is so patient with my daughter! They are both horse crazy girls-so Kellie "gets" her passion about everything horsey! Jolene is learning so much about riding, communicating with her horse and being the lead." Read more
Trillionequestrian

Trillionequestrian

New on Lessons
Serves Aurora, IL
Premier Equestrian facility located in Naperville offering riding lessons ages 8yrs-Adults from beginners to advanced welcome ! We provide the full horsemanship experience from grooming, tacking and riding !! call today!
Beginner Horse Lessons With Jada

Beginner Horse Lessons With Jada

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons
Serves Aurora, IL
Susan K. says, "I brought my granddaughters, visiting from Florida to have 3 lessons with Jada. I couldn’t be happier. She was patient and understanding (the girls are 8 and 12). Her horses are wonderful too. I’m planning to bring the girls back next summer. If you’re looking for an introduction to riding, you couldn’t do better than Jada. " Read more
LCM Equestrians Unlimited

LCM Equestrians Unlimited

New on Lessons
Serves Aurora, IL
My passion for horses started at a very young age. I stared riding at the age of 6. I teach and train because I love horses and sharing my knowledge. My mottto in every thing I do is excellence in horse care and training. I teach English riding with a specialty in hunter jumper and dressage. I also use some natural hormanship methods. I have 20 years experience as well as college classes to my accreditation. My program is safety based. I teach correct and safe methods. I also work with riders on body position and working with their horses or the horses they are riding. I work with each stundt to have a better understand of comunication and...
Savvy Lane Acres

Savvy Lane Acres

New on Lessons
Serves Aurora, IL
I'm a fixer... a problem solver by teaching horse owners proper communication with their equine partner. When the human "speaks" to the horse in terminology the horse understands, riding or other problems will melt away. I am not discipline specific because proper communication is universal and works no matter what you area of interest may be. I decided to share my knowledge with others 12 years ago. Happy horse, happy human
Alya Siddique Dressage LLC

Alya Siddique Dressage LLC

5.0(1)
Serves Aurora, IL
Rachael H. says, "Alya has been amazing to work with. She’s really helped me take my dressage to a level I didn’t know I could reach. She keeps me relaxed (I tend to get tense) and she’s very positive. I always leave my lessons with an exercise I can work on during the week and she also gives great little tips that I find myself recalling regularly both at home and at shows. She’s also been incredible to work with for my younger horse. Her knowledge of natural horsemanship has helped us to work on his anxiety. She has helped me evaluate all aspects of my program, from how to warm up, to what my horse’s eat, to helping me strengthen my core off my horse, and most of all, helping me with competition nerves. I can’t say enough good things about Alya. Her support and knowledge are priceless." Read more
Ready Set Ride

Ready Set Ride

New on Lessons
Serves Aurora, IL
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Bonham Stables

Bonham Stables

New on Lessons
Serves Aurora, IL
Mike Bonham is the head trainer at Bonham Stables. He grew up in the hunter/jumper business in a family largely involved in the equestrian industry. Mike has been all over the country showing horses and running sales and client based barns. He has also spent time in Europe purchasing prospects. He is driven and committed to providing students and their mounts with the guidance necessary to bring out their greatest potential. Mike and his students have won hundreds of hunter and jumper championships. Notably he trained his daughter Kels Bonham to a win at the USEF medal finals in 2009 and several Grand Prix victories as well. Mike is currently...

Your Horseback Riding Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

Horse riding lessons cost $45 to $80 per hour, depending on where you live and the type of riding you want to learn. Most riding lessons begin in the ring, where the trainer can safely monitor the beginning rider as they get comfortable in the saddle.

Many trainers offer introductory packages at a discounted price and start beginning riders out in group lessons. As you master the riding basics, then a teacher may recommend private lessons to focus on specific skills or more advanced riding training.

There is no particular age that is best for starting horseback riding lessons, instead, it depends on the child's maturity, physical coordination, and interest in horses. Most experts agree that children should be at least 6 years old before taking formal riding lessons.

For young children, the parents should visit a stable to introduce the child to horses and horse care before signing up for lessons. Choose a stable with well trained, gentle horses and experience with young riders.

Tipping for horseback riding lessons is not customary, but always appreciated. A thank you note is a great way to acknowledge a good teacher and show your appreciation. If you want to tip, 10% to 20% tip is more than generous.

Most horse stables have horses and tack for use during riding lessons, so purchasing that is not necessary at the start. Your instructor will let you know their specific recommendations, but the basic equipment you will need to begin horseback riding lessons includes:

  • Helmet
  • Riding pants
  • Boots with heels
  • Gloves

No, you do not have to own a horse to take riding lessons. Many riding schools and barns have well-trained horses for beginners through experienced riders. Taking riding lessons before owning a horse is a great way to make sure you enjoy riding before committing to horse ownership.

Learning basic equine care before buying a horse is also advised. Riding trainers often include an element of horse care as part of their lessons. Tasks like mucking stalls, cleaning tack, and basic horse grooming are incorporated into lessons and are beneficial to learn before becoming a horse owner.

The frequency and number of riding lessons depend on your level of experience, riding goals, and budget. Generally, it is recommended that beginners take lessons at least once a week to build foundational riding skills.

Basic riding skills take anywhere from 2 weeks to 6 months to learn but the more you ride, the faster you will improve. Riders who take one lesson a week will likely spend their first year focusing on riding basics. Riders who practice more often or schedule additional private lessons will advance faster.

When looking for horseback riding lessons, be sure to:

  • Start by researching different riding styles and disciplines to help you narrow down instructors that teach the type of riding you want to learn.
  • Visit the stables to ensure you are comfortable with how the horses are treated and the arena is maintained.
  • Ask about group or private lessons and decide which is better for your budget and riding goals.
  • Ask about taking an introductory lesson to try out their teaching style and gauge your interest in the sport.

Once you've narrowed down a list of potential riding instructors, ask them the following questions:

  • What is your teaching style?
  • What are your qualifications?
  • What are your rates?
  • What type of horses do you have?
  • What is your availability?
  • What is your cancellation policy?

Reviews for Aurora horseback riding instructors

Recent success stories from people in the Aurora area.
Vanessa M.
My daughters had a blast! They loved the horses, the instructor made it fun, and they are learning a lot. Beautiful quiet place.
Woodland Oaks Farm
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