Lessons, instruction and schooling — find a yard to learn the ropes or bring a horse on.
Reiterhof Altmühlsee near Gunzenhausen combines a riding school, stable and indoor arena with a hotel. It offers lunge and group lessons, hacks, pole work, riding education for children and led pony rides, also for non-resident riders. Guest horses can stay in boxes and use the paddocks and cross-country course. The site also has 27 hotel rooms, holiday flats and an inn.
Manege Ravenswaaij is a riding centre in Ravenswaaij in the Betuwe region near Culemborg. It offers riding lessons on its own school horses and ponies, lease horses and livery. Facilities include a 20x80 metre indoor arena, a 20x60 competition ring and ebb-and-flow arena footing. The centre also hosts competitions, rider camps and children's parties, and rents out its arenas.
Pferdeglück Pappenheimer offers riding lessons, pony clubs, and camps specifically designed for children aged 4 to 12. The facility emphasizes personal attention with small group sizes to ensure a safe and enjoyable learning experience. They provide various programs that allow children to engage with horses and develop their riding skills in a supportive environment.
A & E WanderReitbetrieb Hof Kranichaue specializes in guided horseback riding tours and offers services such as horse rentals and workshops. Located in Leiheim, Bavaria, it provides a scenic environment for riding enthusiasts. The facility caters to both experienced riders and beginners looking to learn and enjoy horseback riding.
Manege de Foliohoeve is a riding school and livery yard in Bennekom that has existed for more than 35 years. It offers dressage and jumping lessons for beginner and experienced riders, youth lessons, vaulting and in-house riding competitions. All-inclusive boarding covers three feeds a day, care and daily turnout. Facilities include an indoor arena of 20x40 metres, an outdoor arena of 20x60 metres, a lunging paddock and a wash bay.
Manege Groenewoude is a riding centre on the edge of Woudenberg that has operated since 1985. It offers riding lessons for children from age four and for adults, along with FNRS rider passport training. The centre provides livery with ventilated boxes and daily stable care for privately owned horses. It also hosts competitions, pony camps and children's parties.
The Mill Ranch is a western riding stable in Ede, founded in 1989. It offers guided western-style trail rides through the surrounding woods and heathland for several experience levels, in groups of up to eight riders. All rides are led by qualified ride guides, and the horses are trained in basic western riding. The yard also gives riding lessons and is affiliated with the Manege & Ruiterbond.
Reitanlage des Reit- und Fahrverein Wemding e.V. offers full boarding for horses and riding lessons for both children and adults. The facility is available for external riders and hosts various training courses. They provide a comprehensive equestrian experience with qualified instructors and well-maintained facilities.
Stal de Spaane Kampen is a riding yard in Veenendaal run by Gerrie Henken. It gives riding lessons on its Fjord horses. It organises in-house events such as jumping and dressage competitions and a multi-discipline competition with vaulting. It also offers children's parties and a riding and high tea activity.
Manege Blauwendraad is a riding centre near Rhenen on the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. It offers riding lessons for beginners and advanced riders, taught by qualified instructors on its own horses and ponies. It provides full-care livery and rearing for in-foal mares and young horses, with two indoor arenas, an outdoor arena and direct access to forest trails. It breeds two to four foals a year and trains them as sport horses, and has an affiliated riding club.
Stal Veldhoeve is a riding school and training yard in Lunteren. It offers riding lessons in small groups on school ponies and horses, jumping lessons, pony camps and pony leases. It provides horse-assisted coaching for children, teenagers and adults, including fear training. Services include breaking and starting young horses, preparing horses for inspections, livery and horse sales, and it stands an Irish Cob stallion.
Manege Quadenoord is a riding school on the Quadenoord estate in the woods of Renkum, Gelderland. It offers group and private riding lessons and trail rides on its own horses and ponies. The horses and ponies have 10 hectares of pasture. It also runs pony camps.
Manege Zilfia's Hoeve is a family-run riding centre in Houten, established in 1971. It offers riding lessons taught by qualified instructors, including lessons in English. It provides livery stabling for recreational riders and professionals in dressage and show jumping. The yard hosts an affiliated riding club with in-house dressage and jumping competitions, and has an on-site café.
Pferdefreunde Donau-Lech e.V. is a club focused on equestrian activities, particularly vaulting. Established in 1997, the club has a history of organizing competitions and training groups for vaulting. They also own horses for club activities and events.
Svenja Braun provides professional training and consulting services for horses, particularly focusing on Icelandic horses. The offerings include various training programs and lessons for riders of all levels, from beginners to experienced competitors. The business emphasizes sustainable training and care for both horse and rider.
HorseConnection is run by Klaske van der Horst and offers horse-assisted coaching for individuals and teams, using horses as a mirror. She also gives riding lessons, groundwork lessons and horse behaviour training to riders and horse owners. Personal coaching and training in communication and personal development are also offered. She works in the Rosmalen and Schaijk area.
Bewegungsstall Kolb offers riding lessons and training for horses, emphasizing a balanced and respectful approach to horse education. They provide individual support for horse training and focus on the well-being of both horse and rider. The facility is dedicated to creating a harmonious relationship between horse and rider through quality training and care.
Lr De Woudruiters is a riding club in Wehl, founded in 1946, for recreational and competition riders with their own horse or pony. Members can take weekly dressage lessons from qualified instructors on Monday and Thursday evenings. The club organises dressage competitions several times a year as well as social activities for members. It rides at Stal 't Meerenbroek and is affiliated with the KNHS.
Reiterhof Fritz GbR offers riding lessons and horse riding holidays in a friendly and family atmosphere. The facility accommodates 30 horses, with 8 available for guests. Activities include trail rides, carriage rides, and various leisure activities in the surrounding area.
Reiterhof Fraunholz is a family-run equestrian center that offers riding holidays and lessons for children and youth. The facility provides care and training for horses, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests. With a focus on quality and a friendly atmosphere, they cater to various equestrian activities and educational programs.
Ponyclub Pferdeblume offers pony riding lessons and equine-assisted therapy for children aged 2 to 15. The program focuses on teaching children about horse care, riding, and building trust with ponies. They provide individual training tailored to each child's needs, promoting confidence and self-esteem through interaction with horses.
The Raffelshof near Feuchtwangen in Middle Franconia is a riding farm run by trainer Steffi Hermann. It offers riding lessons in small groups based on natural horsemanship, often bitless, plus hacks and led pony rides. It also runs riding holidays for children, day care, loading training and children's birthday parties. Holiday flats are available.
Reit- und Fahrverein Mögglingen offers riding lessons and voltige classes for various age groups. The club provides facilities for horse riding and training, promoting equestrian sports in the community. They also have a history dating back to 1925, emphasizing their long-standing commitment to equestrian activities.
Pferdehof Leofant offers riding lessons and programs for children and adults, focusing on safe and enjoyable experiences with horses. They provide trail rides and various equestrian courses, emphasizing quality learning and horse care. Located in a serene environment, they cater to both beginners and experienced riders.
