Horseback Riding Lessons in Anne Arundel County, MD
Learn to Ride Where Nobody Is in a Hurry
Welcome to private and semi-private horseback riding lessons at Solitude Stables in Anne Arundel County, Maryland — calm, one-to-one instruction with Savanna for riders of every age and stage, from a first-ever lesson to refining an advanced seat. Whatever brought you to horses, our riding lessons near Annapolis meet you exactly where you are.
Lessons shaped around the rider
Choose the path that fits today. You can always change lanes — most riders do.
The Solitude difference
One instructor, always Savanna
Your teaching stays consistent and personal — 20+ years riding, 15+ years teaching. You build skill on a variety of gentle horses, which is what makes a rider truly capable.
Gentle, well-matched horses
Every horse here was chosen for a kind, calm heart. We pair you with the right partner and change as you grow.
A genuinely peaceful place
No crowded ring, no rush. Quiet wooded acres a mile off the road — the calm is the whole point.
From first message to first trot
Send a note or book online and tell us about the rider. We will recommend the right first lesson and answer every question — no question is too small.
Arrive 10–15 minutes early to meet your horse and groom up. Plan about 30 extra minutes for tacking and untacking — it is part of the bond, not a chore.
Lessons are private or semi-private, so you always have your instructor's full attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick, honest answers to the questions we hear most.
Lessons start at $55 per rider for a 45-minute full semi-private lesson; a 45-minute private lesson is $65, and 60-minute extended lessons are $65 (semi-private) and $75 (private). See our lesson costs page for the full breakdown.
Neither. Most of our riders begin as complete beginners, and we provide calm, well-matched horses and all the basics. You just bring long pants, closed-toe shoes and a willingness to enjoy yourself.
We are in Anne Arundel County, Maryland — about 13 miles south of Annapolis and an easy drive from Edgewater, Davidsonville, Crofton, Severna Park and the wider Anne Arundel County area.
Children, teens, adults and seniors are all welcome. We have dedicated approaches for each — explore the path above that fits your rider best.
Come meet the horses
A quiet lane, a patient horse and a warm welcome are waiting. Book your first horseback riding lesson near Annapolis, MD — it is the easiest first step you will take all year.
Have a question first? Email us at [email protected].