Best Horseback Riding Lessons in Rockford, IL

Handpicked from 123 vetted & reviewed Horse Riding schools in the Rockford area, discover the top 5 leading options among the selected group of 24 finalists.

New Moon Farm

New Moon Farm

(1)
“I love horses and I can't wait to start riding for the first time😋😄😁😆😃😀😛😘🤣So exited”
In Business Since 2001
6215 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL
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Redemption Hill Stables

Redemption Hill Stables

(5)
Equestrian Center, Horse Trainer, Horseback Riding Center
“Not only does she teach the basics and beyond of riding, but she's also teaching my daughter how to care for a horse, how to properly saddle, and handle walking the horse to and from pasture.”
Family Business
In Business Since 2016
Average Price Tag
Serving Rockford Area
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Old Stone Stables

Old Stone Stables

(3)
“Not having to worry about old Classy Sassy is really worth it.”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Rockford Area
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Stone Ledge Farm

Stone Ledge Farm

(8)
Sports & Recreation, Farm, Horse Trainer
“The facility is perfect, Gretchen is a patient, compassionate instructor and the programs available are designed to take you to any level you want to go!”
In Business Since 2010
Serving Rockford Area
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Winding Creek Equestrian

Winding Creek Equestrian

(1)
Equestrian Center, Horseback Riding Center, Horse Trainer
“Such a nice and genuine experience.”
50++ Years Experience
Average Price Tag
Serving Rockford Area
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Best of 2024

Qualification Criteria for best of Winners

Minimum Overall Score
98 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
97.8 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Eden Healing Center

Eden Healing Center

(13)
  • Lessons
  • Instructor
“Very relaxed atmosphere where the students really learn to take care of the horses.”
In Business Since 2017
Serving Rockford Area
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County Line Farm

County Line Farm

(6)
“Amazing place to ride and get lessons.”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Rockford Area
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Platinum Farm

Platinum Farm

(5)
“These are the cute little picture frames my granddaughter's made during summer camp.”
In Business Since 2014
Serving Rockford Area
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Meri-j-Ranch

Meri-j-Ranch

(3)
“Great facility.”
In Business Since 2021
Serving Rockford Area
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Amber Sun Acres

Amber Sun Acres

(3)
Farm
“Fun family environment, plus all the food there is delicious.”
Family Business
Serving Rockford Area
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Hendrik Stables

Hendrik Stables

(6)
“I have my older retired horse here and the barn manager takes care to soak his hay pellets for meals, measure him to make sure he's keeping weight on, etc.”
In Business Since 2014
Serving Rockford Area
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Woodland Equestrian

Woodland Equestrian

(2)
“One of the nicest and cleanest Stables I have ever visited”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Rockford Area
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Sunset Maple Farm

Sunset Maple Farm

(5)
“I did some work there very clean and they love all the animals there.”
Serving Rockford Area
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Our Day Farm

Our Day Farm

(10)
“Alex Jayne quickly saw what I was capable of achieving, matched me with a once in a lifetime horse and guided me through a thrilling and memorable junior career.”
In Business Since 2003
10N206 Nesler Rd, Elgin, IL
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Equestrian Events LLC

Equestrian Events LLC

(15)
Horse Trainer, Performance & Event Venue, Equestrian Center
“No idea of fees but I can generalize they have a lot to offer and with approximately 75 or so horses I would expect monthly fees not to be out of line.”
In Business Since 2018
Above Average Price Tag
Serving Rockford Area
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Thoroughquest Acres

Thoroughquest Acres

(2)
Boarding & Training, Lessons & Camps
“All three of my children have taken lessons here starting as little ones with no experience and my two girls continue on to this day.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2021
Family Business
Above Average Price Tag
Serving Rockford Area
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Campton Hills Equestrian Center

Campton Hills Equestrian Center

(2)
“I love all the work they put into teaching the students and they teach not only how to ride but they also teach horsemanship with every class u start from scratch to riding in the arena.”
In Business Since 2017
10N331 Nesler Rd, Elgin, IL
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LCM Equestrians Unlimited

LCM Equestrians Unlimited

(2)
“I love chestnut hill, it is a great experience to ride and have a relationship with you horse.”
20+ Years Experience
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Rockford Area
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Silver Spurs Equestrian Center

Silver Spurs Equestrian Center

(9)
  • Lessons
“Amazing”
In Business Since 2005
Serving Rockford Area
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Topline Equestrian Center

Topline Equestrian Center

(5)
“Perfect for boarders who want the quality amenities of a show barn (large arenas, good footing, pasture turnout, 14x14 stalls) without the busy-ness, drama, and pressure to compete.”
In Business Since 2015
Serving Rockford Area
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John White Stables

John White Stables

(8)
“Very kind and professional”
In Business Since 2009
Serving Rockford Area
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Meadow Brook Stables

Meadow Brook Stables

(4)
Farm, Sports & Fitness Instruction
“The quality of care for our horse and the owners expertise is outstanding!”
In Business Since 2016
Serving Rockford Area
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Morning Light Stables

Morning Light Stables

(3)
“Clean, classy stable.”
In Business Since 2007
Serving Rockford Area
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Centennial Acres

Centennial Acres

(3)
Farm, Horseback Riding Center
“My daughter loves horses and this is the perfect first place to start, the place is small but, Rachael, the lesson giver, is very calm, cool and collected, she knows her stuff and is always very helpful.”
In Business Since 2011
Serving Rockford Area
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Horseback Riding Services in Rockford, IL Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$241
Maximum cost
$1141
National Average
$343
Avg Per Hour Rates
$103
$301
$541
Typical price range is based on 359 cost profiles
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Average Cost $343
Minimum cost $241
Maximum cost $1141
Avg Per Hour Rates $103

Typical range $301 to $541 is based on 359 cost profiles.

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