No matter your level, we have a horseback riding program that fits your needs.
Strides Riding Academy offers English horseback riding lessons from beginner through experienced riders, ages five and up, building on a strong horsemanship foundation. We are located in Petaluma and Santa Rosa, our riders come from all over the North Bay and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Start riding.
For riders age five and up, we offer lessons seven days a week. Beginner riders start in 30-minute private lessons and move into one-hour group lessons once they are ready. Groups are arranged by age and ability at the instructor’s discretion.

Build on your progress.
We have a 10-level system that helps riders learn horsemanship and equitation in a methodical way and track progress as they advance. Riders are able to learn all of the pieces needed in order to safely and confidently handle a horse inside or out of the arena.

Take it to the next level.
For those looking to compete, Strides coaches middle school, high school and collegiate level competitive riding teams and hosts schooling shows on site every spring and summer. We offer the experience of a team in an otherwise individual sport through our Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) program.

https://www.stridesridingacademy.com/