Riding Lessons at Creek Hill Farms
OUR APPROACH: BUILT ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
At Creek Hill Farms, we teach every rider the basics step by step — with safety and horse care at the heart of everything we do. Through individual (beginners) and small group (intermediate/advanced) instruction in a caring community, we keep pricing honest and accessible.
Regular practice is the foundation of safe, confident riding — and the key to progressing toward cantering and jumping. We require a minimum of once per week, or four times per month, following your introductory lesson, with two lessons per week highly recommended for the fastest growth.
READY TO RIDE?
Come see what Creek Hill Farms is all about. Your intro lesson is the perfect way to get started — no commitment, no pressure.
Book your intro lesson today by contacting Julie at (925) 337-5375 or julie@creekhillfarms.com.
Our Riding Pathway
Beginner
Beginner riders start on the ground learning to lead, brush, and tack up. Once mounted, riders develop balance, steering, and control through the walk and posting trot. As skills grow, advanced beginners add the canter.
Intermediate/Group Lessons
Intermediate riders transition into group lessons, where they develop low-level jumping skills and have the option to begin showing.
Advanced/Group
Lessons
Advanced riders take on more challenging jumping, venture outside the arena with trail riding, and prepare to compete at shows*.
*For our advanced riders we offer special Creek Hill Farms shows: in-house, fun, friendly competitions that are perfect for first-timers. A great way to test your skills in a real show environment without the pressure of rated competition.
Lesson Pricing
Introductory First Lesson
$85
- 45-minute private lesson
- Full equipment overview
- Basic safety & handling
- Skill level assessment
Monthly Minimum Package
$320
- 4-Weekly lessons
- Individual or group
- 1 lesson per week required
Additional
Lessons
$85
- 2 lessons per week highly recommended
- Individual or group
- Based on trainer availability
Makeups are held one Sunday during the month subject to the trainers schedule. No lesson rollovers. No refunds. No hidden fees. No facility fees. No equipment upsells.
Theresa E.
“I highly recommend coming here for lessons. Julie is amazing. She has a great teaching technique and demeanor — very encouraging while working with my 11 year old daughter who is a first time rider. She doesn't just teach you how to ride, she shows her students how to be responsible with your horse and how to care for it.”
Sarah M.
“I've been a client of Julie's for over 7 years and would recommend it to anyone! Julie teaches her riders in a safe and effective way while customizing each lesson to you and your horse. Creek Hill is a drama free, fun barn — something that is hard to find in the equestrian world!! A true hidden gem!”
Claire W.
“Words cannot describe how amazing Julie is as a riding instructor. Her teaching style is tailored to each rider; there's no set deadline or timing. That's what I loved most about her program — she truly personalizes her lessons to fit your progress.”