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Horseback Riding Classes and Lessons in Minnesota

41 of the 321 boarding stables we track in Minnesota have riding classes offered. Full listings for every city are on the Minnesota page.

41stables
36cities
321stables 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.

Lakeville 2

  1. Brightwood Stables

    19650 Judicial Rd, Lakeville, MN 55044

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Website All Lakeville

  2. Golden Ridge Stables

    8315 190th St W, Lakeville, MN 55044-9006

    Riding lessonsIndoor arena
    Call Website All Lakeville

Northfield 2

  1. Dakota Stables

    30813 Iran Path, Northfield, MN 55057-5268

    Riding lessonsIndoor arenaTrail accessPasture board
    Call Website All Northfield

  2. Vixen Hollow

    7750 320th St W, Northfield, MN 55057-5254

    Riding lessonsPasture board
    Call Website All Northfield

Rochester 2

  1. Red Gate Riding

    2000 County Rd 121 NE, Rochester, MN 55906

    Riding lessonsPasture board
    Call Website All Rochester

  2. The Stables Equestrian Center

    6489 51st St NE, Rochester, MN 55906-1946

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Rochester

Stillwater 2

  1. Serenity Farm

    13850 30th St N, Stillwater, MN 55082

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Stillwater

  2. Spark Equestrian Academy

    13850 30th St N, Stillwater, MN 55082

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Stillwater

Watertown 2

  1. Balanced Riding, LLC

    10680 Highway 7, Watertown, MN 55387-9651

    Riding lessonsTrail access
    Website All Watertown

  2. Buck Lake Stables

    10680 Highway 7, Watertown, MN 55388-9396

    Riding lessonsTrail access
    Website All Watertown

Andover 1

  1. Bunker Park Stables

    550 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304

    Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm

    Riding lessonsTrail access
    Call Website

Annandale 1

  1. Faith Hope Love Riding Academy

    11113 Ireland Ave NW, Annandale, MN 55302-2347

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website All Annandale

Anoka 1

  1. Boulder Pointe Equestrian and Event Center, LLC

    6612 189th Ln NW, Anoka, MN 55303

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website All Anoka

Bethel 1

  1. Reins of Love

    1125 245th Ave NW, Bethel, MN 55005

    Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm

    Riding lessons
    Call Website

Big Lake 1

  1. HOPE Stables

    20395 County Road 73 NW, Big Lake, MN 55309-8959

    Mon-Fri 7am-7pm

    Riding lessonsTrainingPasture board
    Call Website

Buffalo 1

  1. Enchanted Hollow Stables

    5164 County Road 33 SE, Buffalo, MN 55313-4709

    Riding lessonsTrail access
    Call Website All Buffalo

Chisago City 1

  1. Sunborn Stables

    24036 Morgan Ave, Chisago City, MN 55013

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

Corcoran 1

  1. Ridesport Stables

    22090 Strehler Rd, Corcoran, MN 55340-9733

    Riding lessonsIndoor arenaTrail accessPasture board
    Call Website All Corcoran

Delano 1

  1. Grand Oaks Farm

    8855 Darrow Ave SE, Delano, MN 55328

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Delano

Detroit Lakes 1

  1. Oak Hill Stables

    25651 County Highway 22, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501-7137

    Riding lessons
    Call All Detroit Lakes

Elgin 1

  1. Bearbower Versatility Horses

    10226 65th St NE, Elgin, MN 55932-9301

    Riding lessonsTrainingTrail access
    Call Website All Elgin

Greenfield 1

  1. Phoenix River Farm

    5960 Townhall Dr, Greenfield, MN 55357-9661

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Greenfield

Hastings 1

  1. Cornerstone on the Vermillion

    4650 200th St E, Hastings, MN 55033-9541

    Riding lessonsTrainingIndoor arenaTrail accessPasture board
    Call Website All Hastings

Hills 1

  1. Rock Ranch

    355 40th Ave, Hills, MN 56138

    Riding lessons
    Call Website

Hugo 1

  1. Hardwood Creek Farm

    2306 80th St E, Hugo, MN 55038-9348

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Hugo

Kasson 1

  1. Turn Crest Stable

    26947 County Hwy 34, Kasson, MN 55944

    Riding lessons
    Call Website

Makinen 1

  1. North Country Haven

    3201 Wilderness Dr, Makinen, MN 55763-8104

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

Medina 1

  1. Aries Farm LLC

    4550 Pioneer Trl, Medina, MN 55340-9768

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website All Medina

Minneota 1

  1. Rockin J's Arena

    2916 160th Ave, Minneota, MN 56264

    Riding lessons
    Call Website

Moorhead 1

  1. Red River Equestrian Center

    4998 120th Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560

    Riding lessonsIndoor arena
    Call Website All Moorhead

Moose Lake 1

  1. Rustys Rolling Rock Ranch

    5120 West Rd, Moose Lake, MN 55767-9146

    varies with show schedule

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

New Germany 1

  1. The Yellow Farm

    8485 Vega Ave, New Germany, MN 55367

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All New Germany

Newfolden 1

  1. Blazin' Saddles

    29368 150th Ave NW, Newfolden, MN 56738-9445

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Call Website

Onamia 1

  1. Rolling Hills Arabians & Farm Tours

    18339 407th St, Onamia, MN 56359

    Mon-Fri 10am-1pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm

    Riding lessonsTrail access
    Call Website

Orono 1

  1. Rising Stars Equestrian

    1425 Tamarack Dr, Orono, MN 55356

    Mon-Sat 8am-7:30pm

    Riding lessons
    Call Website

Pequot Lakes 1

  1. Benvelle Equestrian Center

    30534 Knotty Pine Rd, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Website All Pequot Lakes

Princeton 1

  1. Hiddenview Farm LLC

    9371 325th Ave NW, Princeton, MN 55371-4927

    Riding lessons
    Call Website All Princeton

Prior Lake 1

  1. Wilking Stables

    4300 182nd St E, Prior Lake, MN 55372

    Riding lessonsTraining
    Website All Prior Lake

Rogers 1

  1. Regent Arabians

    26125 Tucker Rd, Rogers, MN 55374

    Riding lessonsTrainingTrail accessPasture board
    Call Website

St Peter 1

  1. Pinewood Stables

    44910 Golf Course Rd, St Peter, MN 56082

    Mon-Thu 9am-8pm, Fri appt, Sat-Sun closed

    Riding lessons
    Call Website

Stacy 1

  1. Timberlein Ranch

    9455 Fawn Lake Dr NE, Stacy, MN 55079

    Riding lessonsTrainingIndoor arenaTrail accessPasture board
    Call Website All Stacy
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 Minnesota 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 41 equestrian centers in Minnesota using StableAtlas.

How much do horse riding lessons cost?

The cost of riding lessons in Minnesota 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 41 lesson programs across Minnesota on StableAtlas.