What to wear
Long pants and closed-toe boots with a heel are required.
Western riding lessons
Build skill, confidence, and a partnership that lasts.
Learning to ride is about more than staying in the saddle. Lessons are practical, encouraging, and shaped around your experience, your goals, and the horse in front of you.
Lessons for real life
Learn the whole process—not just the ride.
A lesson may include catching, grooming, groundwork, horse handling, tacking, mounted instruction, untacking, and everyday care. Mandy starts by learning what you want to accomplish, then builds each lesson around the skills that will help you get there safely and confidently.
Instruction can focus on strong foundations, calm communication, practical trail and ranch confidence, problem-solving, or building a better partnership with your own horse.
What is offered
There is a place here for every stage of the journey.
Children age 5+, teens, and adults
Beginner through advanced riders
Private one-on-one lessons
Small groups of 2–3 compatible riders
Well-trained lesson horses available
Instruction with you and your own horse
Traveling lessons at your property
Private lesson
$5060 minutes · one rider
Contact Mandy for small-group pricing, traveling instruction, and current availability.
Get StartedSmall groups
Learn alongside someone you know.
Small groups are limited to two or three compatible riders. They can be a parent and child, a married couple, two adult friends, siblings, or another pair or trio with similar goals and suitable horses.
Have your own horse? Mandy can travel to you for lessons and hands-on instruction at your property. Travel availability and fees depend on location.
Before your lesson
Simple policies that keep the experience safe and productive.
Questions about what to bring or whether conditions are suitable? Reach out before you come.
Helmets
ASTM/SEI-certified helmets are required for minors and encouraged for adults.
Young riders
A responsible adult must remain on the property during lessons for young children.
Cancellations
At least 24 hours' notice is required when possible. Emergencies and weather are handled reasonably.
Weather
Lessons are offered year-round when conditions allow. Unsafe weather or footing will be rescheduled.
Arrival
Please arrive on time so the full lesson can include safe preparation and horse care.
Start a conversation
Ready to build confidence in the saddle?
Tell Mandy about the rider, your experience, and what you hope to learn.
Get Started