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ADULT RIDING LESSONS · MANASSAS, VA

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE
TO RIDE.

We teach adults of all ages and experience, whether you have always wanted to learn or are coming back after years away.

Book an Introductory Lesson
WHAT ADULT RIDERS GET

AT YOUR PACE.
THE RIGHT WAY.

You start with a private, one-on-one introductory lesson, and your instructor recommends the right place for you in our program.

Book an Introductory Lesson

PRIVATE LESSONS

A lesson on a set day and time each week, at your pace.

REAL HORSEMANSHIP

Grooming, tacking and caring for your horse, not just the ride.

UNMOUNTED CLASSES

Horsemanship classes on alternating Saturdays and Sundays, 1 to 2 pm, included with your program.

ROOM TO GROW

Group lessons, in-house shows, and a half lease with off-property showing in dressage, hunter/jumper and eventing.

The arenas at Poplar Ford Farm
THE FARM

POPLAR
FORD FARM.

A 100' x 200' bluestone arena, a cross-country field with intro and starter level obstacles, and direct access to the Historic Manassas Battlefield trails. Poplar Ford Farm is an easy drive from Manassas, Gainesville, Haymarket, Centreville, Clifton, Nokesville, Vint Hill, Catharpin, South Riding and Aldie, and families already ride with us from Fairfax, Burke, Chantilly, Vienna, Oakton, Reston, Herndon, McLean, Falls Church, Great Falls, Alexandria and DC.

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CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM

Once per week

$540 / month

For new riders building a routine.

  • -One private lesson a week on a set day and time
  • -Mounted and Unmounted curriculum
  • -1 makeup token per semester (3 a year)
  • -Enter any in-house horse show

Twice per week

$1,000 / month

For riders ready to progress faster.

  • -Everything in once per week
  • -Ability to join group lessons once you're ready
  • -One Makeup Token per month
  • -Eligible for the IEA team (ages 10 to 18)
  • -Ability to enter summer off-property shows

Half lease

$1,500 / month

For riders ready to show away from home.

  • -Everything in Twice Per week
  • -Lease a specific horse for your lessons and showing
  • -2 Lessons per week
  • -1 Free Ride per week
  • -1 weekend ride per week
  • -Ability to show off property
  • - Two Makeups per month
BEFORE YOU SADDLE UP

A FEW GOOD
QUESTIONS.

Still unsure about something? We are happy to help you prepare.

Ask the team →
Do you teach adults?

Yes. We teach adults of all ages and experience.

Is there a rider weight limit?

Yes. To look after our horses, the most they can carry is 190 lbs.

What should the rider wear?

Long pants, boots with a small heel, an ASTM/SEI riding helmet that fits, weather-appropriate clothes, and long hair tied back in a low ponytail. We do not provide helmets, so please bring your own.

Do you provide helmets?

No. Riders need their own ASTM/SEI riding helmet that fits. We check every rider's helmet before they mount.

Can I reschedule or get a refund?

Riders cannot reschedule within 48 hours of their lesson, and introductory lessons are not refundable.

What happens after the introductory lesson?

Your instructor will talk with you about openings in our program and the best way to continue with us.

LET'S FIND YOUR STRIDE

YOUR FIRST RIDE
STARTS HERE.

A private, one-on-one introductory lesson for $135. Allow 60 to 80 minutes for the visit. Please bring your own ASTM/SEI riding helmet; our horses can carry riders up to 190 lbs.