Best Horseback Riding Lessons near Ann Arbor, MI

1 of these schools is based in Ann Arbor; the others serve Ann Arbor from towns including Saline (10 mi), South Lyon (10 mi) and Milan (11 mi).

1 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 21, 2026

Journey's End Training

Journey's End Training

4.9 4 reviews
“If you are going to ride and you aren't sure about which places, you should try Journeys End!!!!”
From $400/moAges 6 and upSince 2003
7285 W Ellsworth Rd
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Free Spirit Equestrian LLC

Free Spirit Equestrian LLC

4.8 45 reviews
“I admire you for the never ending love and guidance you give to the lucky horses.”
From $150/lessonSince 2018
Saline, MI · 10 mi from Ann Arbor
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Meadowlark Equestrian Center

Meadowlark Equestrian Center

4.8 35 reviews
“Horsemanship is the top priority and the barn managers and staff are giving and generous with their time.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2015
Plymouth, MI · 15 mi from Ann Arbor
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Oaken Shield Equestrian

Oaken Shield Equestrian

4.4 27 reviews
“Amazing place to have your children learn to ride equestrian!!”
Since 2023
South Lyon, MI · 10 mi from Ann Arbor
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Book onlineBook
Grand Maple Farm LLC

Grand Maple Farm LLC

4.9 9 reviews
“The owner and trainer care for the horses, and do a great job teaching without passing judgment.”
Since 2017Prices online
Milan, MI · 11 mi from Ann Arbor
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Willowbrooke Farm Inc

Willowbrooke Farm Inc

4.2 23 reviews
“Large number of wonderfully kept horses, huge facility and fantastically helpful staff.”
Since 2016
Plymouth, MI · 15 mi from Ann Arbor
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The 13 schools listed for Ann Arbor, MI 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: Ann Arbor, MI

The 13 schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 323 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (USHJA). 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 23 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 12 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. 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 13 schools here, 12 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.

Equine Moments

Equine Moments

4.8 12 reviews
“Equine Moments has an amazing team.”
Since 2018
Northville, MI · 14 mi from Ann Arbor
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Cornerstone Acres Stables

Cornerstone Acres Stables

4.5 7 reviews
“Five star isn't enough, 10 Stars describes the service and care you get from here.”
Since 2010
Saline, MI · 10 mi from Ann Arbor
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Great Escape Stables

Great Escape Stables

4.8 4 reviews
“My children had an amazing time, will visit again for sure!”
USHJA certifiedSince 2011
South Lyon, MI · 10 mi from Ann Arbor
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Equine Odyssey

Equine Odyssey

5.0 4 reviews
“We've been with Equine Odyssey for a little over a year now, and it's always clear that every lesson has been uniquely designed with purpose for each rider and their current needs.”
Since 2017Prices online
Dexter, MI · 10 mi from Ann Arbor
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Woodbine Farm

Woodbine Farm

4.9 8 reviews
“I can not say enough wonderful things about this facility and the owner.”
Since 2009
Chelsea, MI · 10 mi from Ann Arbor
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Sandcastle Farm

Sandcastle Farm

5.0 2 reviews
“The horses are so well taken care of and healthy.”
Since 2009
Ypsilanti, MI · 6 mi from Ann Arbor
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Day Acres Farm

Day Acres Farm

Milan, MI · 11 mi from Ann Arbor
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