Best Horseback Riding Lessons near Columbia, SC

None of these schools is based in Columbia; they work from towns including Gilbert (27 mi), Hopkins (10 mi) and Wagener (43 mi).

24 schools listed · 1 open 24/7 · 9 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Pony Gang Equestrian Services

Pony Gang Equestrian Services

(21)
  • Safety
  • Instructors
  • Camp
“Unfortunately there was not the pool as advertised due to their moving to new location (my understanding is they did have pool at previous location and did not update site or remove swimming agreement and swim level questionnaire from camp forms sent...”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 2014
Hopkins, SC · 10 mi from Columbia
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Sawyer Equestrian

Sawyer Equestrian

(8)
  • Pony
  • Confidence
  • Patient
“She's helped me so much in regaining my confidence on horses after a bad accident, and has since continued to help me learn how to improve my riding.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2018
Hopkins, SC · 10 mi from Columbia
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Three Fox Farm

Three Fox Farm

(5)
“Great place to work !!!!!”
In Business Since 2008
Blythewood, SC · 12 mi from Columbia
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The Farm at One Under Lane

The Farm at One Under Lane

(9)
  • Team
“This barn is the elusive blend of being run with the professionalism of a good business while offering personalized attention to detail that makes you feel like family.”
Family Business
In Business Since 2020
Lugoff, SC · 14 mi from Columbia
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Pony Gang Riding Academy

Pony Gang Riding Academy

(2)
  • English Riding
  • Lessons
“The instructors are highly knowledgeable and focus on both the fundamentals and finer points of English style riding.”
In Business Since 2023
Hopkins, SC · 10 mi from Columbia
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Creekside Farm Stables LLC

Creekside Farm Stables LLC

(1)
“Great place”
Irmo, SC · 16 mi from Columbia
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The 24 schools listed for Columbia, SC 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: Columbia, SC

The 24 schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 242 reviews; 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 9 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 18 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 3 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.

Can I book a riding lesson online?

3 of the 24 schools take bookings through their own site. For a first lesson most barns still want a phone call, because they need your height and weight before they can put a horse's name against your slot.

Country Springs Equestrian Center

Country Springs Equestrian Center

(2)
“My daughter took lessons there 10 years.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2007
Pelion, SC · 32 mi from Columbia
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Poole Training Center

Poole Training Center

(8)
“Such kind people, that love Jesus, and horses.”
In Business Since 2005
Swansea, SC · 24 mi from Columbia
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Dream Riders

Dream Riders

(1)
“It's really great the people were so nice and I recommend it and the price is not so much.”
In Business Since 2001
Lexington, SC · 18 mi from Columbia
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Custom Care Equine

Custom Care Equine

(2)
“Ni CE horses and ppl who works there are polite”
In Business Since 2003
Camden, SC · 23 mi from Columbia
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Sandy Hills Stables

Sandy Hills Stables

(5)
  • Equine-Assisted Therapy
“I also have been having counseling with Heather and she's been a wonderful ear to listen too while we are surrounded by nature and the beautiful animals.”
In Business Since 2022
Cassatt, SC · 35 mi from Columbia
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Travis Durr Training Center

Travis Durr Training Center

(7)
“Good place to work”
In Business Since 2022
St Matthews, SC · 27 mi from Columbia
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Jodi Hemry Eventing

Jodi Hemry Eventing

(3)
“Whether she is starting a new horse over fences or schooling a problem horse out on cross country, Jodi is positive and encouraging, making sure each horse truly enjoys their job.”
Wagener, SC · 43 mi from Columbia
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Kelly Sigler

Kelly Sigler

(1)
“Quiet, Serene, horses”
In Business Since 2006
Wagener, SC · 43 mi from Columbia
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Macburn

Macburn

Family Business
In Business Since 2022
Bishopville, SC · 40 mi from Columbia
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Willow Springs Equestrian LLC

Willow Springs Equestrian LLC

(12)
“Big pastures tons of space for horses to stretch their legs”
Gilbert, SC · 27 mi from Columbia
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Carolina Ridge Equestrian Center

Carolina Ridge Equestrian Center

(3)
“This is an amazing barn, with a trainer/owner that genuinely cares about her students and the horses.”
Gilbert, SC · 27 mi from Columbia
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Crimson Rose Stables

Crimson Rose Stables

(2)
“It was a awesome place”
Gilbert, SC · 27 mi from Columbia
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Cozy Acre Farrm

Cozy Acre Farrm

(1)
“Her methods of training put the horse first and support the rider in achieving their goals.”
St Matthews, SC · 27 mi from Columbia
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Sweetbay Equestrian

Sweetbay Equestrian

(1)
“Great folks”
Gilbert, SC · 27 mi from Columbia
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The Vista Schooling and Event Center

The Vista Schooling and Event Center

(10)
  • Stabling
  • Footing
  • Office
“Not to mention their additional amenities of a show jump ring, derby field, dressage arena, concrete wash rack, and soon to be completed office with restrooms and showers!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2015
Aiken, SC · 55 mi from Columbia
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Devonwood Farms

Devonwood Farms

(8)
  • Learned
  • Lessons
“Thanks for the great accommodations”
In Business Since 2003
Aiken, SC · 55 mi from Columbia
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Pippa Moon Training & Sales

Pippa Moon Training & Sales

(5)
“Nice facility with well kept barn and friendly staff”
In Business Since 2010
Wagener, SC · 43 mi from Columbia
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Daniel F. Geitner Stables

Daniel F. Geitner Stables

(2)
“Beautiful South Carolina, beautiful experience, beautiful care for the horses”
In Business Since 2007
Aiken, SC · 55 mi from Columbia
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Horseback Riding Services in Columbia, SC Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$239
Maximum cost
$1133
National Average
$340
Avg Per Hour Rates
$102
$298
$537
Average price range is based on 466 cost profiles
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Average Cost $340
Minimum cost $239
Maximum cost $1133
Avg Per Hour Rates $102

Average range $298 to $537 is based on 466 cost profiles.

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