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Horseback riding lessons in Kentucky

124 stables in Kentucky offer riding lessons, out of 233 stables we list in the state. Each one is here because a customer review or its own website mentions riding lessons, and the proof is under each stable.

124Stables
56Cities
233All stables in KY

Top 12 by rating and reviews

Ranked by Google rating × number of reviews (10 reviews or more). The other 112 stables are listed by city below.

Open-now times come from Google; call the stable before you go.

Red Fern Riding Center located at Shelby Trails Park

5063 Aiken Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
5Rating
1,025Reviews
5Services

Update: (June 27, 2026) I became a member of Red Fern Riding Center and have taken weekly lessons that last couple of months.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Adventures of Mammoth Cave

1994 Roy Hunter Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.7Rating
1,088Reviews
5Services
Lessons: mentioned in a customer review

Stepping Stone Ranch

2001 River Cir Dr

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.9Rating
214Reviews
6Services

My wife originally wanted a lesson but didn’t need one- she just wanted to ride so one of the owners kindly took her out to the pastures and into the BEAUTIFUL woods!

★★★★★ Mike, Apr 2023

The stable's website says so too.

Deer Run Stable

2001 River Cir Dr

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.9Rating
169Reviews
5Services

We are looking to start ridding lessons as soon as they can get a handle on this coronavirus.

From a Google review

Whisper Valley Trails

5819 KY-52

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.5Rating
109Reviews
3Services
Lessons: mentioned in 5 customer reviews

Big Red Stables

1605 Jackson Pike

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.8Rating
91Reviews
5Services
Lessons: per the stable's website

Wranglers Riding Stables (Rocking U Riding Stables)

Wranglers Campground: Land Between the Lakes, 5100 Laura Furnace Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.7Rating
92Reviews
3Services

My son's first, the instructor taught him to ride like a pro, like he was born with reigns in his hands.

From a Google review

Louisville Equestrian Center

6720 Mt Washington Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.7Rating
87Reviews
7Services

I usually walk laps with my youngest during the lessons and all the volunteers, staff and horses have all been nice.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Lovesome Stables Equitherapy

242 Boltz Lake Rd

LessonsTherapeutic riding
4.9Rating
60Reviews
2Services
Lessons: per the stable's website

Wild Rose Equestrian Center

589 Franklin Ln

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.7Rating
56Reviews
6Services

If you’re looking for somewhere to board your horse, somewhere to take lessons, or even somewhere to take a trail ride and enjoy the beauty of Kentucky, this is the place to go!

From a Google review

Bannon Woods Farm

1000 Dezern Ct

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.5Rating
55Reviews
5Services
Lessons: mentioned in 16 customer reviews

Blue Horseshoe Farm

136 Old County Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
5Rating
48Reviews
5Services

My daughter has been taking riding lessons here for about a year and it’s been an amazing experience for the whole family.

★★★★★ Erica, Sep 2021

More stables with riding lessons in Kentucky, by city

Beattyville 1 stable

  • Middle Fork StablesMill Branch School Rd, Beattyville · ★ 5 (46)
    Lessons: mentioned in a customer review

Berea 1 stable

Bowling Green 3 stables

  • New Beginnings Therapeutic Riding Inc.600 Bill Ferguson Rd, Bowling Green · ★ 4.6 (9)

    She being a teen who usually is quiet and sticks to herself, seems to open up and thoroughly enjoy her lessons as well as the staff.

    ★★★★★ Crystal, Jan 2018
  • Kim Bennett Stables825 Greathouse Rd, Bowling Green · ★ 5 (5)

    She has won many first place ribbons under his instruction and continues to get better with each lesson and each show.

    ★★★★★ Nikki, Jun 2022
  • Horse Of Your Dreams2450 N Alexander Creek Rd, Bowling Green · ★ 5 (2)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Burlington 5 stables

  • Little Britain Stables5309 Idlewild Rd, Burlington · ★ 4.6 (32)
    Lessons: mentioned in 11 customer reviews
  • Southern Sky Stables3300 Burlington Pike, Burlington · ★ 4.8 (19)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Johnny Walker Stables5276 Bullittsville Rd, Burlington · ★ 4.9 (14)

    Got my mom 🦓 riding lessons with Sue for her birthday.

    ★★★★★ Jonathan, Sep 2023
  • Emerald Pine Stables6785 East Bend Road, Burlington · ★ 4.5 (15)

    I used to overthink and dread lessons, as I was always an anxious mess and never felt like I was making any progress, but now I’m actually excited for lessons.

    From a Google review
  • Windridge Farm3033 Camp Ernst Ln, Burlington · ★ 5 (5)

    A great place to board and take riding lessons as well as learn.

    ★★★★★ Rex, Apr 2021

Cadiz 1 stable

  • Fox Run Farm220 S Tanyard Rd, Cadiz · ★ 4.8 (23)
    Lessons: mentioned in 3 customer reviews

Corydon 1 stable

  • Blue Moon Stables8124 KY-268, Corydon · ★ 5 (13)

    Each time I show up for a lesson with Stacy, I learn just as much about myself, as I do about the union, the respect and communication between horse and rider.

    ★★★★★ Kyle, Dec 2013

Elizabethtown 2 stables

  • Lazy 4 T Ranch2479 Stovall Rd, Elizabethtown · ★ 5 (20)

    He taught me plenty that I’ll be taking home to work on, and I really appreciated how willing he was to share his knowledge in a way that was practical and easy to understand.

    From a Google review
  • Cowboy Way Ranch LLC000 S Main St, Elizabethtown · ★ 5 (17)

    The day we went to visit, not only did they spend a lot of time with me and the horse for sale, they gave my daughter (an experienced rider) a lesson on riding a cutting horse.

    From a Google review

Eubank 1 stable

  • Yoder's Barn10450 US-27, Eubank · ★ 5 (3)

    Highly recommend for lessons, trail rides, training, feed, boarding, etc.

    ★★★★★ Crystal, Nov 2023

Finchville 1 stable

Frankfort 2 stables

  • Ivory Creek Farm215 Evergreen Rd, Frankfort · ★ 4.5 (22)

    Natassia invited me to observe one of her adult group lessons before I started so that I could see what to expect and ask questions.

    ★★★★★ Lynsey, Aug 2023
  • A Little Bit of Heaven Riding Stables3226 Sullivan Ln, Frankfort · ★ 3 (2)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Franklin 4 stables

Georgetown 6 stables

  • Brannon Stables5012 Iron Works Pike, Georgetown · ★ 5 (12)
    Lessons: mentioned in 5 customer reviews
  • Infinity Dressage376 New Oxford Rd, Georgetown · ★ 4.6 (10)
    Lessons: mentioned in 6 customer reviews
  • Graystone Stable - Horse Boarding4130 Iron Works Pkwy, Georgetown · ★ 5 (8)

    Great place to board and or have lessons

    From a Google review
  • Pine Knoll Farm Inc4901 Ironworks Rd, Georgetown · ★ 4.8 (6)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Ashlynne Farm101 Victoria Way, Georgetown · ★ 5 (5)

    I have ridden and taken lessons all across the bluegrass, and I have never found someone as knowledgeable and as approachable as Ashlynne Farm.

    ★★★★★ Kelly, Jun 2016
  • Shylah Farm2120 Ironworks Rd, Georgetown
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Goshen 2 stables

  • Temple Equestrian Center at Mason Lane Farm9434 Mason Ln, Goshen · ★ 5 (30)

    I've been taking lessons with Samantha for a couple of months now and it has been the most wonderful experience.

    From a Google review
  • WANAJA Farm5200 W Hwy 42, Goshen · ★ 4.9 (11)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Greenup 1 stable

  • Full Circle Stables of KYArabian Trail, Greenup · ★ 4.7 (15)

    My kids have thoroughly enjoyed taking lessons here.

    ★★★★★ Sharon, Oct 2022

Hebron 2 stables

  • Rivers Pointe Stables6906-7150 KY-8, Hebron · ★ 4.6 (20)

    I love my weekly lessons at the barn and the beautiful scenery that the property offers!

    ★★★★★ Hanna, Nov 2025
  • Sandy Run Stables1234 N Bend Rd, Hebron · ★ 4.9 (13)

    They taught me mainly everything I know about horses and they have a great barn family.

    ★★★★★ Lauryn, Dec 2022

Henderson 1 stable

  • Rolling Hills Equestrian Center7088 Old Henderson-Corydon Rd, Henderson · ★ 4.8 (20)

    Amenities include a huge indoor arena, smaller indoor lesson arena, and one outdoor arena with jumps plus a temperature controlled wash bay.

    ★★★★★ Jody, Sep 2020

Independence 1 stable

  • Milestones, Inc.12372 Riggs Rd, Independence · ★ 4.9 (23)

    Great lessons, and a good place to volunteer if your looking for work.

    ★★★★★ Alayna, Jun 2023

Jeffersontown 1 stable

  • Twin Oaks Farm4402 Potts Rd, Jeffersontown · ★ 4.7 (40)

    Our granddaughter is loving her riding lessons at Twin Oaks♡ It is a gorgeous farm, with beautiful horses, and experienced, competent, patient trainers.

    ★★★★★ Lucy, Sep 2025

La Grange 5 stables

  • Circle Bar C Ranch1424 Bluegrass Pkwy, La Grange · ★ 3.5 (36)

    This place is phenomenal the quintessential horse ranch of Kentucky great place to board or take lessons, breathtaking trailrides and amazing photo opportunities

    From a Google review
  • Scenic Hill Equestrian1225 Bluegrass Pkwy, La Grange · ★ 4.8 (18)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • York Stables5001 Tobacco Rd, La Grange · ★ 4.9 (14)

    Offers lessons in mounted games, dressage, and hunter/jumper.

    ★★★★★ Jaiera, Jun 2024
  • Steeple Pointe Stables2039 Forest View Ln, La Grange · ★ 5 (7)

    I take lessons from Sue and she is a wonderful and patient instructor, very knowledgeable.

    ★★★★★ Tiffany, Aug 2024
  • Windhover Farm5400 Old Sligo Rd, La Grange · ★ 4.9 (7)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Lancaster 1 stable

  • Meadow Lake Equestrian Center128 Ashley Inn Wy, Lancaster · ★ 4.8 (30)

    vet, farrier, chiropractor, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding trails, lessons, clinics and shows!

    From a Google review

Lexington 14 stables

  • Central Kentucky Riding for Hope4185 Walt Robertson Rd, Lexington · ★ 4.7 (93)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Fantasia Farm7895 Tates Creek Rd, Lexington · ★ 4.7 (31)

    There are great people there and everybody there is helping you learn more and not just teaching you but bonding with you, Debbie is a awesome instructor and so fun!

    From a Google review
  • Redmond Equestrian at Champagne Run Farm5991 Old Richmond Rd, Lexington · ★ 4.8 (29)
    Lessons: mentioned in 3 customer reviews
  • Bryan Station Farm3007 Bryan Station Rd, Lexington · ★ 3.5 (25)

    I love the lesson program she provides and I can’t wait to continue to train with her!

    From a Google review
  • Three Crowns Farm3497 N Cleveland Rd, Lexington · ★ 4.5 (19)

    GREAT place the lessons are very good I loved the summer camps when I was younger.

    ★★★★★ Hadley, Apr 2025
  • West Wind Stables4787 Haley Rd, Lexington · ★ 3.9 (19)

    If you're looking for lessons, they have 2 trainers, Jen and Vicky, and both genuinely care about the work they're putting into the rider as well as the horse.

    From a Google review
  • Paddle Stone Equestrian Center4864 Bryan Station Rd, Lexington · ★ 4.8 (12)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Keene Ridge Farm4630 Bosworth Ln, Lexington · ★ 4.6 (11)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Avalon at Cherry Knoll Farm3975 Lemons Mill Pike, Lexington · ★ 4.9 (9)

    Avalon also is very great about building a lesson schedule to accommodate for almost any schedule.

    From a Google review
  • Punchestown Stable1210 Bel Mar Ln, Lexington · ★ 5 (8)

    My son and daughter enjoy taking riding lessons here.

    From a Google review
  • Clear View Equestrian Center3349 Elkchester Rd, Lexington · ★ 4.9 (7)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Shylah Farm2301 N Yarnallton Pike, Lexington · ★ 3.4 (9)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Holladay hill stable3950 Real Quiet Ln, Lexington · ★ 4.8 (4)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • FoxCreek Farm4150 Briar Hill Rd, Lexington · ★ 5 (1)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Louisville 7 stables

  • Stonehurst Riding Center13900 Reamers Rd, Louisville · ★ 4.8 (48)

    If you are looking to start your little one in their first riding lesson or have an interest on picking it back up again then I would suggest checking out this place.

    From a Google review
  • Rock Creek Riding Club3114 Rock Creek Dr, Louisville · ★ 5 (28)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Razor Creek Stables4515 Old Heady Rd, Louisville · ★ 3.7 (22)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Faewood Equestrian5004 Old Heady Rd, Louisville · ★ 5 (7)

    The lessons are all well thought out and planned around a specific riding goal that moves up at a pace that's both attainable for the rider and humane for the horses.

    From a Google review
  • 8 Maples Farm LLC5916 Aiken Rd, Louisville · ★ 5 (1)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Bluegrass Horse Shows8970 Reamers Rd, Louisville
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Winter Moon FarmBroad Run Rd, Louisville
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Melbourne 2 stables

  • Misty Ridge Farm5210 Owl Creek Rd, Melbourne · ★ 4.7 (47)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Saddle Lake Equestrian Center2369 Nelson Rd, Melbourne · ★ 4.8 (43)

    We had a pony in training for a month, took lessons, and went to a few shows.

    From a Google review

Midway 2 stables

  • Cloud Nine Farm480 Lansing Ln, Midway · ★ 4.9 (38)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Crooked Gate Farm3200 Fishers Mill Rd, Midway · ★ 5 (4)

    Great place to take lessons.

    ★★★★★ Crystal, Dec 2018

Morehead 1 stable

Morning View 1 stable

  • Sunrise Ranch2980 Hempfling Rd, Morning View · ★ 4.8 (17)
    Lessons: mentioned in 4 customer reviews

Mt Washington 1 stable

  • Rolling Hills Farm201 Woodland Ave, Mt Washington · ★ 4.8 (21)

    Beautiful family and animals, first lesson a success!

    From a Google review

Murray 2 stables

  • Wildwood Farm, Inc.96 Pheasant Rd, Murray · ★ 4.7 (20)

    she loves them and I feel like she fixed things in lessons I've been struggling with for my entire life.

    ★★★★★ Mala, Aug 2021
  • Wrangler's Riding Club3385 KY-80, Murray · ★ 4.7 (10)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Nicholasville 2 stables

  • Wingswept Farm1529 Keene South Elkhorn Road, Nicholasville · ★ 5 (24)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Miramonte Equine135 Parker Ln, Nicholasville · ★ 4.9 (20)

    Beautiful stable and arena, warm waiting area with viewing window to watch the lesson, friendly dog, friendly horses.

    ★★★★★ Natasha, Apr 2022

Owensboro 1 stable

Paducah 3 stables

Paris 5 stables

  • Concord Equestrian at Red Maple Farm3445 Houston Antioch Rd, Paris · ★ 4.9 (14)

    As a person who has ridden for 20+ years on nothing but spooky, green, confidence breaking horses, I came to Concord Equestrian with the intent of just having flat lessons.

    ★★★★★ Libby, Aug 2024
  • Tamarack Farm362 Thatchers Mill Rd, Paris · ★ 5 (12)

    We have an instructor come in to give our daughter lessons, and this works just great.

    From a Google review
  • EVADI Farm339 Iron Works Rd, Paris · ★ 4.8 (12)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Cornerside Stables460 Tarr Rd, Paris · ★ 4.5 (11)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Moss Landing505 Millersburg Cynthiana Rd, Paris · ★ 5 (5)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Pendleton 1 stable

  • Silver Knight Equestrian201 Wooded Hills Rd, Pendleton · ★ 5 (6)

    Linna's schedule makes it possible for me to take a long lunch from work to get a lesson in without my kids!

    From a Google review

Philpot 1 stable

Pleasureville 1 stable

  • Boomer's Landing7885 Cropper Rd, Pleasureville · ★ 4.5 (14)
    Lessons: mentioned in 11 customer reviews

Prospect 3 stables

  • Moserwood Farm10441 Covered Bridge Rd, Prospect · ★ 4.8 (28)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Zubrod Stables Inc3500 Locke Ln, Prospect · ★ 4.7 (27)

    my sisters girl scout troop went there and they have a lot of horses and you can take riding lessons and you can compete with horses at the kentucky state fair.

    From a Google review
  • Spring Run Farm10200 Covered Bridge Rd, Prospect · ★ 4.9 (14)

    ) During our stay, we walked all over the property, and were also able to observe several riding lessons during our visit.

    From a Google review

Richmond 1 stable

Robards 1 stable

  • Pleasant Valley Equine5515 KY-416, Robards · ★ 4.4 (29)

    She has taught me so much about riding, training, and working with horses, and she always gives me honest advice, even when it’s not necessarily what I want to hear.

    From a Google review

Shelbyville 3 stables

  • Four Star Equestrian1229 Tatum Rd, Shelbyville · ★ 5 (13)

    Lovely horse farm with boarding, lessons, horse training, and a covered outdoor arena.

    ★★★★★ Tyler, May 2023
  • Divine Equestrian Academy1092 Anderson Ln, Shelbyville · ★ 5 (10)

    My youngest son loves his lessons, the horses, the fun camps and the great instructors.

    ★★★★★ Brielle, May 2026
  • Stoneridge Riding Academy2135 Harrington Mill Rd, Shelbyville · ★ 5 (2)
    Lessons: mentioned in 3 customer reviews

Simpsonville 4 stables

  • Blackhorse Stables1432 Todds Point Rd, Simpsonville · ★ 4.7 (11)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Reiser Stables100 Saratoga Trail, Simpsonville · ★ 4.8 (8)

    My daughter gets riding lessons from Katie Case at Reiser Stables, she loves every minute of it!

    ★★★★★ Karen, Mar 2018
  • Signature Stables844 Nolan Rd, Simpsonville · ★ 5 (5)
    Lessons: mentioned in a customer review
  • Premier Stables8655 Shelbyville Rd, Simpsonville · ★ 5 (4)
    Lessons: mentioned in a customer review

Smiths Grove 1 stable

  • Oak Grove Farm and Equestrian Center431 Mt Union Church Rd, Smiths Grove · ★ 5 (12)

    I have been taking lessons there for awhile & I am very satisfied with the friendly staff & their level of expertise.

    ★★★★★ Rachel, Sep 2014

Union 3 stables

  • Idlebrook Farm LLC2073 Clarkston Ln, Union · ★ 4.5 (17)

    The people are kind and helpful, and the lessons are incredibly confidence building.

    From a Google review
  • Meadowview Estate10830 Big Bone Church Rd, Union · ★ 4.1 (14)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Augean Stables3531 Hathaway Rd, Union · ★ 5 (2)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Utica 1 stable

Verona 1 stable

  • Luminescent Farm1920 Stephenson Mill Rd, Verona · ★ 5 (10)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Versailles 3 stables

  • Liftoff Equestrian2108 Huntertown Rd, Versailles · ★ 4.8 (19)
    Lessons: per the stable's website
  • Haven Hill Farm444 Elm Corner Rd, Versailles · ★ 4.7 (13)

    I always feel so encouraged in my lessons, and I love how I'm always learning something new about horses through Kathryn's experience and insight.

    ★★★★★ Sarah, Feb 2024
  • River Mountain Farm3085 Troy Pike, Versailles · ★ 5 (2)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Waddy 1 stable

  • Red Horse Training LLC1995 Hickory Ridge Rd, Waddy · ★ 4 (41)

    I had been looking for a western riding school for a while but was also looking for somewhere that teaches horsemanship/horse care as alongside skills on horseback.

    ★★★★★ Rachel, Mar 2024

Williamstown 1 stable

  • Riding With Rhythm59 E Fairview Rd, Williamstown · ★ 5 (14)

    Lessons are taught by a highly skilled instructor with her entire life of experience that is given in each class and level.

    ★★★★★ Shawn, Mar 2021

Wilmore 1 stable

  • Justin's Place3705 High Bridge Rd, Wilmore · ★ 4.8 (23)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Winchester 2 stables

  • Twilight Riding School431 Reservoir Ct, Winchester · ★ 5 (7)

    I couldn't have asked for a better first lesson today with Sarah and Kahlua, I can't wait to return!

    ★★★★★ Cobie, Aug 2021
  • Winterfell Stables4860 Schollsville Rd, Winchester · ★ 5 (6)
    Lessons: per the stable's website

Questions to ask a lesson barn

  1. Who would teach me? Ask how long the instructor has taught and which riders they usually work with.
  2. Private or group? Ask how many riders are in a lesson and what level they ride at.
  3. English or Western? Ask which style the barn teaches, and whether you can try both.

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