Lake Louisa State Park Guided Trail Rides
“Her horse cornbread and my horse Gigi were well trained, calm and we felt very safe and in control for first-timers without a lot of experience on horses.”
Best Horseback Riding Lessons in Clermont, FL
24 schools listed · 6 in Clermont · 1 open 24/7 · 18 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Clermont Equestrian
“I don't think you could find a harder working horse trainer in the business than Manon and she spends just as much time investing in your child's development.”
Conquest Farms
“Excellent !”
Flatwoods Equestrian Center
“Amazing experience!”
Cross Rails Riding Academy
“When my ex-husband showed up drunk and was driving my kids, Nan called me immediately, and did whatever she could to keep my kids safe (hence his negative review).”
Bass and Bridle Horse Ranch
“This may be one of the only places u can get an associate degree and true hands on experience in the complete care and maintenance of horses and theequistrian facility.”
The 24 schools listed for Clermont, FL 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: Clermont, FL
6 of the 24 schools we list are based in Clermont; the other 18 serve Clermont from towns including Apopka (16 mi), Eustis (25 mi) and Groveland (8 mi). 23 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.5 to 5.0 across 511 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews. 1 is open around the clock; 17 are open on Saturdays and 14 on Sundays. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 24 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 19 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 13 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 24 schools here, 19 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.
Escape With Horses
“Jessica and her team made this a great time for our girls and really helped my child who has some challenges accomplish something that was really hard and scary for her at first.”
Scotty Foundation
“This was the best experience, its a non profit organization that rescues animals, even though they were closed when we got here: one of the owners Abby was kind to show us the animals and show us what they do there.”
Class Act Farm
“All of the people are very nice”
Dark Horse Stables
“Fantastic barn and equestrian lesson facility!”
Saddlewood Stables
“Hosted my daughter's 5th Unicorn bday; everything was perfect: well behaved flowered horses, fair-like games, a little playground, toddler golf, wonderful family, beautiful grounds.”
Central Florida Equestrian Center
“I have ridden with Claudia for almost 6 years now and I can say without a doubt that there is not a trainer in Orlando who puts as much thought and meticulous care into what they do as Claudia does.”
Well Balanced Horsemanship
“I went there a few years back before we moved to kentucky and i can assure you after going there for years brett is one of the best horse trainers there is!”
Horse Feathers Farm Inc
“Understand what all is involved in the care of a horse: brushing the horse (talking and building a relationship with your horse), saddle and bridle your new friend, and ride under the protection of your trainer.”
Southern Oaks Training Center
“First class training center”
Garvin Stables
“Sadly my baby is too young to start horseback riding lessons but they treated us so incredibly nice that i WILL for sure come back when my son is ready!”
Painted Dreams Ranch Inc
“She is an awesome trainer and has introduced me to the equine love of my life, a geriatric paint that has taught me basic dressage.”
Dream Horse Equestrian Center
“Fun and friendly atmosphere.”
Bryan Dressage
“I will definitely continue my adult amateur education at Bryan dressage.”
Wind Song Farms
“Absolutely beautifully maintained”
Second Star Farm
“Nice property.”
LJC Equestrian Services
“She cares about her clients and wants them to succeed as much as they do.”
Tracy Masterson Dressage
White Rock Stables
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in and near Clermont
- “Bass and Bridle is top notch. Laurie is a great trainer, who has years of wisdom and experience in horses.” — from a review of Bass and Bridle Horse Ranch
- “Cross Rails is a family environment that truly cares for their horses and families.” — from a review of Cross Rails Riding Academy
- “The property and horses are beautiful, the staff is very friendly, encouraging and responsive.” — from a review of Escape With Horses
- “Escape with Horses is a special place. The owner, Jessica, is warm and knowledgeable and eager to share her love of horses.” — from a review of Escape With Horses
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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