Windemere Equestrian Center
“Has been a awesome experience bonding with horses of healing thank you”
Best Horseback Riding Lessons in Jacksonville, FL
24 schools listed · 7 in Jacksonville · 1 open 24/7 · 19 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
J & S Performance Horses
“Julie and Samantha, the owners, are truly amazing and will help you with every step of your riding journey, no matter what age you are.”
La Rose Performance Horses
“They go above and beyond to care for the horses and treat each horse as if they are their own personal horse.”
Coriander Farm
“My trainer was very knowledgeable and patient.”
Horse Therapies
“E Therapies treats its clients with respect & care, is reasonably priced, organized and offers great communication (which not all businesses in this industry seem to make a priority) We feel very blessed to have found them!”
Hammond Acres
“Barn owner Caroline is very easy to work with & has been accommodating with me trying to figure out what food works best for my new horse.”
The 24 schools listed for Jacksonville, 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: Jacksonville, FL
7 of the 24 schools we list are based in Jacksonville; the other 17 serve Jacksonville from towns including Gainesville (60 mi), Middleburg (21 mi) and Keystone Heights (39 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 1,074 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 19 are open on Saturdays and 11 on Sundays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 31 years. 3 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 16 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page and 13 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 24 schools here, 16 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.
Geddaway Farm
“A first class facility with excellent trainers!”
Penny Lane Stables
“Amazing Time here I don't know why random people rate this a star because this deserves much more!”
Middleton Stables
“Such a welcoming environment, perfect place to ride and feel completely comfortable”
Amelia Island Horseback Riding
“Such a fun activity for my wife and so on our honeymoon!”
Magnolia Acres Farm Equestrian Boutique
“Amazing place super beautiful nice people very helpful and run extremely well”
Appy Acres LLC
“Kayla not only keeps you informed but also teaches you and your horse so you have the best bond possible.”
Cooper's Creek Horseback Riding Lessons
“I've only been riding here for 2 weeks and i'm already in love with the animals, the people and atmosphere.”
Batton Family Ranch
“I highly recommend him to anyone from just starting out to experienced and looking to have some horse therapy”
EM Equine Service
“Thank you Em Equine for being there for me and my family and being an honest friend throughout our horse journey.”
Serenity Farm Hunter Jumpers
“We love the professional approach while we show and level of care and training is good as well.”
Rocky Creek Farms Equine Services
“Not only is it a gorgeous property but I can rest easy knowing that my pony is taken care of as if she were a part of the family.”
RK Stables Rkstables.com
“Rick taught my granddaughter for the first time this past Friday and it was fascinating to watch him interact with her and the horse!!”
Dragonfly Farms & Stable LLC
“I have always been an anxious person (what horse parent isn't?) but I never had a sleepless night while Linny was in their care.”
The Celtic Horse
“Very awesome lady very knowledgeable of horses and would definitely recommend.”
Family Horse Ranch & Recue Corp.
Florida Horse Rides
“Me and my gf went we had a great time just wish we had booked more time😊 …”
Misty Morning Hounds
“Horse upkeep is her life 24/7 and it is quite evident on the grounds and the health and well being of the horses.”
Divine Harmony Farm
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