Home › Services › Beginners › South Carolina
Horseback riding for beginners in South Carolina
74 stables in South Carolina welcome beginners, out of 249 stables we list in the state. Each one is here because a customer review or its own website mentions beginners, and the proof is under each stable.
Top 12 by rating and reviews
Ranked by Google rating × number of reviews (10 reviews or more). The other 62 stables are listed by city below.
My daughter was nervous at first (first time on a horse), but the guides picked the perfect horse for her and took time to walk her through everything.
The stable's website says so too.
If you’ve never ridden horses on the beach, I highly recommend checking out Inlet Point Plantation in North Myrtle Beach!
If you have never ridden a horse before and want an overview of the history of a Southern plantation, this is a superb experience.
The stable's website says so too.
I rode Merlin, he’s a pinto that’s a former race and show horse, super calm and easy to ride, and this was my first time ever riding a horse.
The stable's website says so too.
It was my husband and son first time riding, and they are ready to do it again.
Leg Up Equestrian - English Riding Academy
Our daughter started off with summer classes then she loved it so much(in addition to liking the trainers and staff) and is now on her 3rd week of the fall beginner classes.
The stable's website says so too.
Perfect for the first time rider and even if you are an experienced rider, they have great trails for you as well and can pick up the pace if you'd like!
We were a group of mostly beginners, and nobody felt concerned at any point.
The horses were so sweet and gentle, perfect for beginners and experienced riders alike.
The stable's website says so too.
I started lessons as an adult beginner with just a few prior lessons as a teenager and of course had some natural worry and fear since the childhood fearlessness is gone.
They have many horses that range from beginner to advanced.
The stable's website says so too.
More stables that welcome beginners in South Carolina, by city
Aiken
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
To top it off, New Era Farm is a very casual and friendly place, with a family atmosphere that is extremely welcoming to newcomers and beginners of all ages.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Anderson
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Aynor
Beginners to show level riding.
Blacksburg
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Bluffton
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Blythewood
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Camden
My great neice attended beginner riding camp this week and had a fantastic experience.
Clover
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Conway
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Dalzell
It’s a great spot for any age, and they have several horses that are very gentle - especially great for beginners and little ones to ride.
Daufuskie Island
- Beginners: mentioned in 4 customer reviews
Great ride and horses for a beginner or an expert!
Donalds
Shes never been on a horse and had an incredible ride with a bevy of savvy, warm, experienced horsewomen.
Easley
I highly recommend if you’re a beginner (me) or training to show!
Edgemoor
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Fountain Inn
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Gilbert
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Greenville
I highly recommend this barn for any rider from a beginner level to an experience rider.
If you’re looking for a relaxing, beginner-friendly horseback riding adventure with stunning horses and a knowledgeable guide, I highly recommend booking a ride with Matt!
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Greer
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Hardeeville
Highly recommend for children wanting to learn as beginners or wanting to compete in shows.
Hilton Head Island
We decided to try a group lesson for our grandchildren 7 and 10, who had never been on a horse (other than the Lawton Stable pony ride).
Holly Hill
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Hopkins
The seasoned rider will benefit from her insights and beginners get the best start imaginable.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Huger
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Indian Land
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Inman
- Beginners: per the stable's website
She is great whether you are just starting out as a beginner or you want to show competitively at big shows.
If you are an adult beginner, look no further.
Johns Island
For a first time rider I had thee most amazing experience riding the horse trails!
She had no experience with horses at all, but they made her feel so at ease feeding, petting, and grooming the horses.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Landrum
This is beginner and amateur riders so the riders don't have to feel pressured by competing against the pros.
Lugoff
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Marietta
- Beginners: mentioned in 3 customer reviews
The horses were great for beginners.
Prosperity
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Ridgeville
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Rock Hill
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Roebuck
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Simpsonville
I came there as a total beginner and was gently coached by the trainers and also the incredible horses they have there.
Sunset
Karyn was great with the kids, the staff was extremely patient with our beginner riders, and the horses very kind, easy to ride and well cared for 💙 Highly recommend!
Timmonsville
As an adult beginner, I've appreciated the patience everyone has shown me as I learn everything from the ground up.
Van Wyck
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Wadmalaw Island
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Warrenville
Gave well understood instructions for first time rider.
York
We came to her as complete beginners.
Beginner checklist
- Wear long pants and boots with a small heel. Flat sneakers can slip through a stirrup, and shorts let the saddle rub.
- Ask about helmets. Many stables lend riding helmets. Ask whether they have one that fits, or bring your own riding helmet.
- Tell them you are new. It gets you the right horse and the right pace.
Beginners in South Carolina, by city
- Aiken5
- Anderson4
- Greer4
- Fountain Inn3
- Greenville3
- Inman3
- Johns Island3
- Bluffton2
- Blythewood2
- Conway2
- Daufuskie Island2
- Edgemoor2
- Hilton Head Island2
- Hopkins2
- Marietta2
- Aynor1
- Blacksburg1
- Camden1
- Charleston1
- Chesnee1
- Clover1
- Dalzell1
- Donalds1
- Easley1
- Fort Mill1
- Gilbert1
- Hardeeville1
- Holly Hill1
- Huger1
- Indian Land1
- Landrum1
- Lugoff1
- North Myrtle Beach1
- Piedmont1
- Prosperity1
- Ridgeville1
- Rock Hill1
- Roebuck1
- Seabrook Island1
- Simpsonville1
- St Helena Island1
- Sunset1
- Timmonsville1
- Travelers Rest1
- Van Wyck1
- Wadmalaw Island1
- Warrenville1
- York1
More in South Carolina
- Horse boarding in South Carolina119
- Guided trail rides in South Carolina37
- Horseback riding lessons in South Carolina158
- Pony rides in South Carolina19
- Horse camps in South Carolina43
- Therapeutic riding in South Carolina21
- English riding lessons in South Carolina74
- Western riding lessons in South Carolina26
- Beach horseback riding in South Carolina7
- Mountain trail rides in South Carolina4
All riding stables in South Carolina → · Horseback riding for beginners: every state →