Riding Lessons
We offer beginner horseback riding lessons on our family farm here in the town of Greer, South Carolina. Our lesson program is geared towards young beginners, however, we cater to the individual level of each rider. Since we offer both private and small group instruction, you can be sure that your child will always get undivided attention for maximum improvement and growth with one of our three certified instructors!
Now Enrolling New Students!
See the Difference at Sassy Stables
What sets us apart?
Our affordable, customized riding lessons and beautiful boutique mountain view farm set us apart from the rest. Not to mention our gentle and beautiful lesson horses! Our foundation is based on love and horsemanship; where all students are taught from the ground up with lots of fun, engaging, hands-on learning. We offer unique horse experiences; from private one-on-one instruction, to small group classes, and even unicorn appearances! Our location is very convenient to both Greenville and Spartanburg, we are only 15 minutes from downtown Greer, Taylors, Travelers Rest and Duncan. We teach lessons during the week, and Saturday mornings. Our lessons are booked completely at your convenience and based on your schedule. Take advantage of our unique loyalty reward system, where you earn points with each booking that can be redeemed in the future for FREE classes! To learn more, book online and see our real-time availability, click below!
Mini Riders
Select Fridays
These group 'toddler time' sessions are geared towards ages 2-6 and start at just $25 per child. They are usually held on Friday mornings and last about one hour long. Simply click below to see the schedule and register for your selected date. Build a great foundation for riding at an early age and help your child foster a love for horses. These mini group sessions will always include hands on instruction, a seasonal themed activity or craft, and a few other surprises. So much fun! Each week the learning activity will be different and may include topics like brushing and care, horse handling and leading, horse anatomy, horse feeding, horse bathing, horse safety, and much more. Space is limited! Click 'Sign Up' below!
Therapeutic
For Children & Adults
At Sassy Stables, we believe that healing can happen with a little help from a horse - and a lot of smiles! We proudly offer Therapeutic Riding Instruction designed to support individuals of all abilities in building strength, confidence, and independence on select Monday and Friday mornings. Our PATH Certified Riding Instructor, Lakin Khamis, tailors each lesson to the riders unique goal - using the rhythmic movement of the horse to promote physical, cognitive, and emotional growth. Each session is packed with encouragement, movement, and balance as riders connect with their horse partners and reach their goals one stride at a time. Whether it's mastering balance, making new friends (horse and human!) or just celebrating small victories, every ride is a reason to cheer! Book now by clicking below, and check out the video for a little therapy in action!
Pony Club
4-5 PM on Wednesdays
Our Pony Club Program is a group that meets weekly on Wednesdays after school, that promotes a love for horses and learning to ride! The term "Pony" refers to young riders, mainly ages 6 – 12 years old who have a passion for horses and want to learn to ride. Pony Club fundamentals include instruction, safety, sportsmanship, stewardship, and leadership. The skills, habits, and values instilled through horsemanship apply to many aspects of life. Good horsemanship extends far beyond skills in the saddle!
Children will build relationships with their horses, enjoy hands on learning and foster new friendships in this fun group setting class. Pony Club members gain an impressive depth of knowledge in equine behavior, training, health and fitness, nutrition, veterinary care, and the correct use of equipment. Each week the hour will be split up between a ground lesson and a riding lesson. Parents will stay with their children for the duration of the one hour class.
There is a one time $25 fee to join our Pony Club to cover supplies and registration. Classes meet weekly on Wednesdays at 4:00 and last about one hour. Pony Club Monthly Fee is $150 and includes attendance to 4 consecutive classes. Space is limited per month, so make sure to register!
Join Our Barn Family
Founder and Owner; Kristin Ahlum
Our lesson program requires students to be involved in the grooming and tacking process on the very first day. They soon learn all the names and functions of the grooming tools and equipment, how to halter and lead, bathe, crosstie, administer first aid, wrap legs, banket, feed, and of course - ride with confidence.
Horsemanship is the cornerstone of our lesson program. While physically riding is the main focus of our lessons, we foster an interest in learning more than just how to ride. We encourage students to want to learn about the whole horse including their care, breeds and markings, how they communicate, and everything involved with training and exercise. We teach about tack, different types of equipment, and how to keep everything clean and maintained. We teach handling on the ground, and why it's important to become a well-rounded equestrian.
I started Sassy Stables over 15 years ago after moving to South Carolina from upstate New York. This Sassy black mare, Sonya, is the inspiration behind our name and one of our most beloved lesson horses. She was my first personal horse after moving here to Greenville and we've grown the business side by side together over the past 15 years. We hope you'll take a moment to browse our photos, read our wonderful reviews, and check out our upcoming lesson schedule - and see you on the farm!