Lessons at our ranch
Horsemanship lessons at Crossroads Ranch with one of our three ranch horses. Beginners to intermediates. 60 minutes, ages 3 to 60+.
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Lessons & training
Private and small-group horseback riding lessons for every level of rider. Helmets and tack provided. Patience always provided.
Our approach
What "ground to saddle" means
We start every rider on the ground, leading, brushing, and learning how a horse reads body language, before they ever climb on. That foundation builds confidence on both sides of the halter. The saddle is the reward for the work, not the starting line.
Two formats
Onsite or offsite, your choice
We come to you
We travel within one hour of Fredericksburg to teach you and your horse at your own facility. Same beginner-to-intermediate curriculum. 60 to 90 minutes.
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Rates
What it costs
$50 per session
A 60-minute horsemanship lesson at the ranch with one of our three ranch horses. Beginners through intermediate, ages 3 to 60+.
$75 to $85 per session
60 to 90 minutes at your facility, within one hour of Fredericksburg. Travel and time set the price.
$450 per month
Stall with run, daily feeding, hay, stall cleaning, turnouts, and 3 training sessions per week. 90-day minimum for foundation work; 30-day tune-ups available after evaluation.
Prices effective 2026. Call or message for group rates or working-student arrangements.
Training board
Bring us your horse.
We take time to train your partner toward your specific goals. Every week, there's an opportunity to take a lesson alongside the training so you and your horse stay in step.
For any horse starting groundwork or foundation training, we require a minimum 90-day training board. If we determine that a 30-day tune-up is sufficient after several rides, we'll sign a new training contract for that.
For dedicated learners
Working student program
For folks ready to commit serious time, learning horse care, training, and ranch life from the ground up. Working students help around the ranch in exchange for training and experience. Reach out and let's talk about whether it's a fit.
Coming to a lesson?
What to wear & bring
- Boots or closed-toe shoes with a low heel. No sandals, no high heels, no flip-flops. We have a few loaner boots if you forgot.
- Long pants. Jeans are perfect. Shorts will chafe and we don't recommend them.
- A helmet (or borrow ours). Required for under-18. Strongly suggested for adults.
- Water. Especially in summer. Virginia gets hot in the saddle.
- Liability release form. Download from our Forms page or sign at the barn before your first lesson.
Ready to schedule your first lesson?
Tell us a little about you and we'll get back to you within a day with available times.
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