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Horseback Riding Classes and Lessons in Maine

23 of the 164 boarding stables we track in Maine have riding classes offered. Full listings for every city are on the Maine page.

23stables
22cities
164stables statewide

This directory section features stables and equestrian centers offering structured horseback riding classes for beginner through advanced riders. Facilities specialize in disciplines such as Western, English hunt seat, dressage, and jumping, with options for private or group instruction. Before scheduling, verify if the facility provides school horses or requires riders to lease or own a horse.

Kennebunk 2

  1. Eastmark Performance Horses

    25 E Mark Dr, Kennebunk, ME 04043-6080

    Riding lessonsTrainingTrail access
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  2. Riding Stable At Riverhurst

    228 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043-7408

    Call Website All Kennebunk

Andover 1

  1. Cathedral Pines Farm

    115 Covered Bridge Rd, Andover, ME 04216-6451

    Riding lessonsTrainingTrail access
    Call Website All Andover

Arundel 1

  1. Specially Designed Stables

    30 Equestrian Way, Arundel, ME 04046

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Arundel

Belfast 1

  1. SeaHorse Stables

    324 Belmont Ave, Belfast, ME 04915-7570

    Riding lessonsTrainingIndoor arena
    Call Website All Belfast

Bethel 1

  1. Deepwood Farm

    84 Parsonage Hill Rd, Bethel, ME 04217

    Riding lessonsTrainingTrail access
    Call Website All Bethel

Buxton 1

  1. Hearts & Horses Equestrian & Therapeutic Riding Center

    63 Justin Merrill Rd, Buxton, ME 04093

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website All Buxton

Dover Foxcroft 1

  1. Crow Hop Farm

    229 Merrills Mills Rd, Dover Foxcroft, ME 04426-3169

    Riding lessons
    Website All Dover Foxcroft

Falmouth 1

  1. Society Hill Farm.

    21 Shaw Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105-2521

    Riding lessonsTraining
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Gorham 1

  1. Vienna Farm

    594 Fort Hill Rd, Gorham, ME 04038-2260

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website All Gorham

Hancock 1

  1. Double L Stable Equestrian Center

    769 Eastside Rd, Hancock, ME 04640-3914

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

Limington 1

  1. Boulder Ridge Icelandics

    1271 Cape Rd, Limington, ME 04049-3205

    Riding lessons
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Lisbon 1

  1. Sassy Strides Equestrian

    195 Webster Rd, Lisbon, ME 04250

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

Lisbon Falls 1

  1. RiverView Farm Inc.

    58 Edgecomb Rd, Lisbon Falls, ME 04252

    Mon-Sat 8:00am-5:00pm

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

Livermore Falls 1

  1. Windy Hollow Farm

    14 Lyman Ln, Livermore Falls, ME 04254-4022

    Riding lessons
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New Gloucester 1

  1. Pineland Farms Equestrian Center

    1545 Intervale Rd, New Gloucester, ME 04260

    By appointment only

    Indoor arena
    Call Website All New Gloucester

Nobleboro 1

  1. Stonewall Stables

    237 W Neck Rd, Nobleboro, ME 04555-8675

    Riding lessonsIndoor arenaPasture board
    Call Website

Otisfield 1

  1. Avalon Meadows Equestrian Center

    494 Bean Rd, Otisfield, ME 04270

    Riding lessonsTrainingIndoor arenaTrail accessPasture board
    Call Website

Prospect 1

  1. Downeast Dressage LLC

    119 George Rd, Prospect, ME 04981-3422

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

South Berwick 1

  1. Triple C Stable LLC

    4 McLean Dr, South Berwick, ME 03908

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Everyday

    Riding lessonsIndoor arenaTrail accessPasture board
    Call Website

St Albans 1

  1. Affordable Horse Whispering

    990 Dexter Rd, St Albans, ME 04971-7503

    Riding lessons
    Call Website

Wales 1

  1. Twisted Pine Stables LLC

    126 Gardiner Rd, Wales, ME 04280

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Wales

Woolwich 1

  1. Shetland Yard

    73 Chopps Cross Rd, Woolwich, ME 04579-4469

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Woolwich
Check helmet and footwear rules Most facilities require ASTM/SEI-certified riding helmets and closed-toe boots with a 1-inch heel before allowing riders to mount.

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Good to know

How much do horseback riding classes typically cost in the US?

Group riding classes generally cost between $45 and $75 per hour, while private lessons range from $65 to $120 per single session. Many facilities offer monthly packages of four lessons at a discounted rate of $180 to $280 total. Additional fees may apply if horse rental or equipment use is charged separately.

What attire is required for a beginner riding class?

Beginner riders should wear fitted long pants like jeans or riding tights to avoid inner-leg chafing against the saddle. Footwear must be a sturdy boot with a smooth sole and a distinct 1-inch heel to keep feet from slipping through stirrups. Most stables lend ASTM/SEI-approved helmets for initial classes, but riders must eventually purchase their own for hygienic fit.

At what age can children begin horseback riding classes?

Standard group and private lessons usually start around age 6 or 7, when children have the physical strength and focus required for independent steering. For children aged 3 to 5, many stables offer 15-to-30-minute lead-line or pony interaction sessions. Adult beginner classes are also widely available across most equestrian centers.

How much does horse riding cost?

Horse riding costs across Maine depend on whether you are paying for individual lessons, trail rides, or maintaining a leased or owned horse. Rates vary between rural stables and urban equestrian facilities across the region. You can compare options across 23 equestrian centers in Maine using StableAtlas.

How much do horse riding lessons cost?

The cost of riding lessons in Maine typically varies by instructor certification, discipline, and facility infrastructure. Group lessons generally offer a more budget-friendly option compared to private instruction. Find local pricing by browsing 23 lesson programs across Maine on StableAtlas.