Group lessons
Ride alongside others at your level: a friendly way to learn and build confidence.
English riding lessons in Raleigh for all levels and all ages
Whether your child is sitting on a horse for the first time or you are an adult getting back in the saddle, we match you with the right school horse and help you grow, from your first lesson to the show ring.
Who our lessons are for
- Children and adults
- Complete beginners through advanced riders
- Riders without a horse of their own: we have many school horses to suit both beginning and advanced riders
- Riders who want to show, through our showing program
What you can learn
We teach English riding: hunt seat and dressage, with riders training in hunter, jumper and equitation. You ride in our lighted training rings, so lessons can run into the evening.
Lesson times and prices depend on the rider and the program. Call us or send an inquiry and we will tell you what fits.
Ways to ride with us
Pick the format that suits you. We are happy to help you choose.
Private lessons
One-on-one time with your instructor, focused on your own goals.
Horse leases
Ride one horse more regularly without the commitment of owning. Ask us about leasing.
Showing program
For riders ready to compete in hunter, jumper and equitation classes.
Clinics
Focused sessions that add extra learning alongside regular lessons.
Call us to hear about our current lesson options.
From the lesson ring to the show ring
Showing is part of life at Southern Oak, and our photos are full of ribbons.
Riders who want to compete can join our showing program and our clinics. Students can also ride on our own IEA and EIRA teams.
About camps & teams →Book your first lesson
Tell us about the rider: age, experience and goals. We will suggest where to start.