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SL Barrel Horses
- Patient
- Mare
- Kids
“Sarah is a wonderful patient trainer who showed so much compassion for my daughter who was going through some pretty tough confidence issues with her horse at the time.”
Best Horseback Riding Lessons in Gilroy, CA
24 schools listed · 9 in Gilroy · 21 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Painted Star Equestrian
- Knowledge
- Patient
- Lessons
“She responded quickly, re-assured me that it was never to late to get back into riding, and worked with me to find a lesson time that was convenient for me.”
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Jeanette Arnaout Training
- Question
- Knowledge
- Selling
“She was upfront about any issues I might come across with the horse, although truth be told there weren't many, and has made herself available to answer any questions I've had regarding him.”
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De Frates Horsemanship
“For people, she'll honestly tell you what's realistic and makes you excited for the future with your horse.”
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Blue Banner Stables
- Lessons
- Kids
“Great for kids/lessons and close to our house!”
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Flying Tail Farms
“She connects incredibly well with every horse she rides, and is one of those very rare riders that can adjust their riding style to exactly what the horse needs.”
The 24 schools listed for Gilroy, CA 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: Gilroy, CA
9 of the 24 schools we list are based in Gilroy; the other 15 serve Gilroy from towns including Watsonville (12 mi), Morgan Hill (9 mi) and San Martin (5 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 338 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "knowledge" and "patient". 21 are open on Saturdays and 14 on Sundays. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 25 years. We have a website on file for 23 of the schools on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 1 takes 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, 23 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.
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Golden Ridge Saddlebreds
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Three Horse Farm
“They have great horses at their barn that are treated really well, even the lesson horses which I feel like is sadly fairly rare to see these days.”
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Stagnaro Stables
“Nicely spread out stables and stalls.”
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Ligara Farms
- Facility
- Barn
- Trainers
“Corrie is doing such an amazing job and thanks to her excellent teaching style I see how my girls advance and make a very good progress in such a short time.”
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Monterey Bay Horsemanship & Therapeutic Center
“Amazing staff and view”
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Thorson's Arena
“They keep the grounds very clean and organized.”
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Pacific View Sport Horses
- Amenities
- Property
- Felt
“This was our 3rd riding school and the minute my daughter set foot on the property and felt embraced by Rosy and her team, she wouldn't consider riding elsewhere.”
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Jec A. Ballou Equine Performance
“Her books and courses should be required reading for every professional in the industry, and every owner/rider serious about improving their horse's fitness and training.”
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Valen Equestrian
“Very nice people”
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Coyote Canyon Ranch
- Trail
“Not only is it in a great location - a 5 minute walk from a beautiful new preserve, but it is also well maintained by people who really care about the horses.”
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Magical Horsemanship
- Healing
“She has a special way with the natural world that makes it both accessible and healing, helping to connect visitors and clients with Earth's balancing energies for an amazing experience.”
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Triple Bar Stables
“Corrie has been an excellent trainer and we've seen tremendous growth in our daughters abilities as a rider.”
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Free Spirit Stables
- Yoga
“I have been blessed to attend many of her 'yoga with horses' sessions and every single time I leave with my body and mind feeling rejuvenated and anew.”
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Lone Oak Equestrian Center
- Lessons
“They treat all their clients like it's their horse with focused lessons and lots of advice when you encounter something you're not sure how to deal with.”
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SAR Ranch
“Comfortable atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, great with kids!”
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Gilroy Gaits
“The best stable in Gilroy.”
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Seven Oaks Farm
- Barn
- Learning
- Skills
“I have been riding with Pam, Carrie, and Sonia for about a year and a half and I cannot say enough good things about the Seven Oaks program, here and at the Portola Valley barn.”
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One Step Closer Therapuetic Riding
- Volunteers
“He has been riding at One Step Closer for over a decade.”
Horseback Riding Services in Gilroy, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$214
Maximum cost
$1012
National Average
$304
Avg Per Hour Rates
$91
$267
$480
Typical price range is based on 413 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in Gilroy
- “This is both my kids first time taking riding lessons and Shannen is awesome!” — from a review of Painted Star Equestrian
- “I’ve been working with Sarah for a couple of years and have seen great improvement in both my riding and in my mare’s performance.” — from a review of SL Barrel Horses
- “Jeanette is amazing with horses! She has the knowledge and experience to help you and train your horse.” — from a review of Jeanette Arnaout Training
- “First time learning how to ride a horse with Shannen and she was the best!” — from a review of Painted Star Equestrian
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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