Find a horse riding instructor in Marlborough, MA

Find horse riding lessons in Marlborough, MA

Find horse riding lessons in Marlborough, MA

Confirm your location to see the best horseback riding instructors near you.
Zip code

Find horse riding lessons in Marlborough, MA

Confirm your location to see the best horseback riding instructors near you.
Zip code

Top 10 horseback riding instructors in Marlborough, MA

Students agree: these Marlborough horse riding lessons are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Divinity Dressage

Divinity Dressage

1 hire on Lessons.com
14+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
Divinity Dressage is the perfect home for you and your horse. A peaceful, private facility dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in dressage. The facility includes all of the comforts for your horse including stalls with run outs, grass turnout, and full size dressage arena to practice your skills. Divinity's trainer/ owner Suzanne Markham is an International level Grand Prix competitor and USDF Certified Instructor Tr-4th FEI level Schoolmasters available for lessons and leasing!
Maplewood Farm

Maplewood Farm

Serves Marlborough, MA
Maplewood Farm, founded in 1986, is a renowned equestrian facility situated on over 20 acres in the picturesque horse country of Berlin, Massachusetts. With convenient proximity to Worcester and Boston, Maplewood offers exceptional year-round instruction in their state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor arenas, complete with premium GGT footing used in top-tier horse shows. The facility takes pride in providing personalized attention to all students, and offers a selection of horses for sale or lease. A proud women-owned business, Maplewood Farm is committed to helping you achieve your riding goals.
Chase Farm

Chase Farm

18+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
We offer English saddle seat horseback riding lessons to riders of all ages and stages. Our program also offers tiny tot and mommy + me lessons with children as young as two years old and much more! Join our successful team to reach all of your horseback riding goals. Weather it is pleasure or trail riding, driving, horsemanship or showing we will take you there! Contact us today for an introductory riding lesson and to tour our facility.
Olsen LLC

Olsen LLC

Serves Marlborough, MA
I am both a professional rider and trainer, producing ponies and horses from start to national year end awards and pony finals ribbons. I have also taught students from start to the A circuit for 20 yrs. My passion is horses and watching them grow into teachers, forming bonds with their riders, and achieving progress and all the life lessons for my riders along the way.
Equi-librium With Dorothy Crosby

Equi-librium With Dorothy Crosby

Serves Marlborough, MA
We teach children and adults, all from a Centered Riding perspective.....we emphasize the balance, softness, communication and harmony that can be achieved and the fun of working as a team with the horse! We offer private, semi-private and group lessons, special programs like Ladies' Weekends and Kids' Days as well as clinics and unmounted workshops. I am a Certified Instructor/Clinician with Centered Riding and also certified as an Instuctor for both English and Western riding with the Certified Horsemanship Association. I have been riding and teaching for many years, along with being a 4-H leader and Veterinary Technician. Check out our pi...
Even Keel Equestrian

Even Keel Equestrian

11+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
I really take the time with client and horse to ensure safety, stability, and make sure both horse and client is comfortable doing anything . I truly believe, if you take the time it takes, it will take less time, in working with horses. The rewards are many working with horses! I enjoy seeing the connection and bond form and grow between the horse and the rider and I enjoy passing on my knowledge to those who are eager to learn.
Maple Grove Farm

Maple Grove Farm

104+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
Situated on a 40 acre farm we are situated near several highways 495 290 90 for easy access from Boston or Worcester we offer riding lessons from the ages 4 and up we have over 20 lesson horses from beginner to advanced whether you compete or just want to ride for fun we can accommodate you Teaching students and watch them advance with a smile on their face
Maple Grove Farm

Maple Grove Farm

70+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
Established in 1955, Maple Grove Farm, located in Hudson, Massachusetts, and surrounding areas, is a family-owned equestrian facility. The farm provides full boarding, training, and riding lessons for all ages and levels, specializing in hunter jumpers. The professional, licensed, and insured trainers pride themselves in helping riders achieve their goals, whether for fun or competition. Additionally, Maple Grove Farm fields competitive IEA riding teams for middle and high school students and participates in rated and non-rated horse shows.
Orchard Hill Equestrian Center

Orchard Hill Equestrian Center

19+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
Orchard Hill Equestrian Center, founded in 2006, is a premier horse farm located in the beautiful Berlin, Massachusetts. This 70-acre hilltop farm offers a range of services including boarding, training, lessons, leasing, and horse sales. With a heated indoor, dressage and jumping arenas, an eventing cross-country course, and ten miles of trails, Orchard Hill provides a comprehensive equestrian experience. The center also hosts five eventing competitions each year, welcoming students to progress to top levels of competition in eventing and dressage.
Blue Meadow Farm

Blue Meadow Farm

Serves Marlborough, MA
Blue Meadow Farm, located in scenic Sudbury, Massachusetts, is a full-service equestrian center welcoming riders of all levels. They offer a comprehensive range of services, including training, riding lessons, and boarding. In addition, they handle horse sales and leasing, with instruction available on your horse or theirs. During the summer, Blue Meadow Farm also operates as a U-Pick blueberry farm, adding to the unique charm of this versatile equestrian center.

Your Horseback Riding Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much are horseback riding 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.

What age to start horseback riding lessons?

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.

Do you tip for horseback riding lessons?

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.

What equipment do I need to begin horse lessons?

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

Do I have to own a horse to be able to take lessons?

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.

How often should I have lessons? How many lessons do I need?

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.

How do I choose a horseback riding instructor?

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.

What questions should I ask a riding instructor?

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 Marlborough horseback riding instructors

Recent success stories from people in the Marlborough area.
Gail J.
The quality of the lessons was outstanding Tom is truly a extremely gifted instructor Great if you want to do purely dressage or the sport of eventing Safe no drama supportive environment Highly recommend
Flatlands Equestrian Center
How Lessons.com works
Search

Search, get cost estimates, contact teachers, and book—all for free.

Compare

View profiles, read reviews, check qualifications, and see prices before hiring.

Hire

Ask questions, confirm their availability, and hire the right tutor when you're ready.

Marlborough horseback riding lessons by service