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Tally Ho Equestrian Center
“Great friendly staff,my 10 yr old grandaughters 1st riding lesson was this past Saturday she luved everything about it and can't wait till her next lesson!!!!”
Best Horseback Riding Lessons near Sumter, SC
These schools serve Sumter from nearby bases in towns including Hopkins, Timmonsville and St Matthews.
24 schools listed · 1 open 24/7 · 11 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Majestic Journeys LLC
- Book
- Brunch
“Best experience ever, love the team they took care of our every need.”
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The Farm at One Under Lane
- 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.”
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Travis Durr Training Center
“I transport horses and go there often.”
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Cozy Acre Farrm
“Her methods of training put the horse first and support the rider in achieving their goals.”
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Custom Care Equine
“Ni CE horses and ppl who works there are polite”
The 24 schools listed for Sumter, 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: Sumter, SC
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 288 reviews; 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 11 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 20 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 16 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Can I book a riding lesson online?
2 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.
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Pony Gang Equestrian Services
- Respect
- Child
- Safety
“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...”
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Sawyer Equestrian
- Patient
- Pony
- Learn
“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.”
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Three Fox Farm
“Great Farm!!!”
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Sandy Hills Stables
- 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.”
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Morningstar Farms
“Unlike at some other pasture-boarding facilities, each horse at Morningstar has a custom feeding program and is looked over by the knowledgeable staff twice daily.”
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Pony Gang Riding Academy
- English Riding
- Lessons
“The instructors are highly knowledgeable and focus on both the fundamentals and finer points of English style riding.”
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Guardian Dressage
“With her help, I feel like I am drawing nearer to myself and the rider/horsewoman that I want to be.”
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Macburn
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Deer Creek Ranch and Horse Rescue
- Wooden
- Birthday
- Party
“This deer Creek horse rescue is an awesome place they have horses donkeys peacocks you can ride them the horses they do trail rides birthdays parties wagon rides weddings camp for the little ones check it out it's for the whole family”
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Poole Training Center
“Blanchard and Debbie Poole set the standard for horsemanship of any discipline.”
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Horses For Healing L.l.c.
- Children
“The horses are very loved and taken care of.”
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Creekside Farm Stables LLC
“Great place”
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Kazanha Equestrian LLC
- Farm
- Pasture
“Awesome people”
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Country Springs Equestrian Center
“My daughter took lessons there 10 years.”
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Kelly Sigler
“Quiet, Serene, horses”
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Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services
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B & S Farms & Saddle Shop
“They are missing seating so be sure to take a chair or you'll be standing for the entire 6 to 7 hour show”
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Twin Chestnuts Farm
“Family and friendly environment.”
Horseback Riding Services in Sumter, SC Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$200
Maximum cost
$950
National Average
$285
Avg Per Hour Rates
$85
$250
$450
Typical price range is based on 385 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Sumter
- “Dani taught me how to use horses to teach confidence and responsibility in a fun, relaxed atmosphere!” — from a review of Sawyer Equestrian
- “All the horses are the sweetest. They are great for beginner riders like myself and more experienced riders like my daughter.” — from a review of Sandy Hills Stables
- “My daughter not only improved her riding skills but also learned valuable life lessons in responsibility and respect for animals.” — from a review of Pony Gang Equestrian Services
- “The staff was very professional and friendly. They thoroughly taught us how to treat and ride the horses.” — from a review of Majestic Journeys LLC
- “Dawn is a super person and very knowledgeable about horses, and is an excellent trainer.” — from a review of Country Springs Equestrian Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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