Spur Stables LLC
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Best Horseback Riding Lessons in Albuquerque, NM
10 schools listed · 7 in Albuquerque · 1 open 24/7 · 8 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Trail Rides at Running Horse Ranch
“I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to ride good horses with good people.”
Lotus Horsemanship
“Her approach is so gentle and kind, and focuses on connection and trust with the horse, gradually building their skills and confidence as they feel ready.”
Enchanted Equine Adventures LLC
“Kendra is a wonderful teacher and obviously cares deeply about horses and their care.”
Sandia Farm
“Best Hunter Jumper facility yet, in my horse riding career.”
Appaloosa Art Center
“A pretty cool place with a lot of activities.”
The 10 schools listed for Albuquerque, NM teach riding. Which disciplines a barn runs, whether it has an indoor arena and which ages it accepts come from what the barn publishes itself; star ratings and rider quotes are taken from public listings.
Area overview: Albuquerque, NM
7 of the 10 schools we list are based in Albuquerque; the other 3 serve Albuquerque from Corrales (9 mi) and Rio Rancho (13 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 289 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 8 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. Domain records put 5 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 9 of the schools on this page; 4 publish a contact page and 6 list a public email. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Where are riding lesson times and rider levels published?
Out of the 10 schools here, 9 publish a site of their own. That page carries the lesson timetable, the rider levels and the age rules; whether a barn has an indoor arena is rarely in the listing itself, so read it before you call.
Horse Haven Farm
Red Horse Riding Company
“Chance is a top notch, knowledgeable horseman and the facility with it's location along the Corrales trails is an ideal setting for horses and people alike.”
Applewood Equestrian
“Amazing people, they care for your horses like they're own.”
Loving Thunder Therapeutic Riding
“They help people of all ages, sizes, and disabilities, and they do it with incredible care and patience.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in Albuquerque
- “Morgan was the best! We had a great private riding session with her, the horses are well trained and Morgan is confident, professional and fun to ride with!” — from a review of Trail Rides at Running Horse Ranch
- “Highly recommend this place. The grounds are well kept, the horses are well cared for and the people are so very nice and accommodating.” — from a review of Spur Stables LLC
- “Both my horse and I look forward to our lessons, they are safe, supportive and fun.” — from a review of Lotus Horsemanship
- “I do recommend this place , nice people great atmosphere, the horses are wonderful and the scenic ride was beautiful .” — from a review of Trail Rides at Running Horse Ranch
- “Absolutely loved it here! Paul was very accommodating and I could rest easy knowing that the horses were well taken care of!” — from a review of Spur Stables LLC
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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