Horseback Riding Lessons

Legend Acres is a unique country retreat with over 500 Acres of woodlands for trail riding.  Learn horsemanship in a safe comfortable environment​​ for any age and experience level from experienced and caring instructors.  Legend Acres will teach more than just basic riding skills, learn about horse care, horse anatomy, tack, and much more.  Lesson students are encouraged to participate in local horse shows where they can showcase their new found riding and horsemanship skills.  Legend Acres will cover the entry fee costs for current students.  Legend Acres goal is to create responsible well educated horse enthusiasts that are well versed in horsemanship while building confidence in students as well as creating a bond with animals and the outdoors.


Legend Acres wants to extend our passion for horses to those who need it most.  Legend Acres is a Horses 4 Heroes partner.  Horses 4 Heroes is the nation's premier non-profit equestrian support group for the military, veterans, First Responders and their families.  Membership in Horses 4 Heroes is your family's All Access Pass to fun and affordable equestrian programs and activities! We are making equestrian dreams come true at Legend Acres.  As a Horses 4 Heroes partner we offer a free initial lesson and 15% off single lessons or the discounted price of our lesson packages.​​  Veterans, EMT, Paramedics, Police, and Firefighters are permitted one free lesson that can be transferred to a spouse or child.  Membership registration with Horses 4 Heroes is required to receive the free lesson and discounted rates.  Single yearly rate for Heroes is free (Active Duty military, veterans, law enforcement officers, fire fighters/EMT and immediate families as well as Reserve, National Guard, and survivors including GOLD STAR Wives/Moms, TAPS parents, spouses and children, Blue Star Moms and family members).  There are addition membership packages available for families, nurses and friends of Horses 4 Heroes.  For more information you can fill out the form on left or call 931-.232-6044.  

Horses for Heroes Application​
Operation Free Ride Application​


Summer is Here Lessons are available Seven Days a Week from 8 am till 7 pm.
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Beginner, Intermediate, or Experienced riders who wants to learn ​​a strong foundation or new techniques.  All ages are eligible for lessons.

Western Pleasure
Barrel Racing
English Hunt Seat
English Over​ Fences
Bareback
Lead Line 5 year old and younger​​

Combinations of any of the above​

Several Horses to chose from including an American Mustang, Spotted Saddle-bred, and Miniature Pony, Appaloosa Pony. Tack is included.  

Bring your​​​​ own horse and learn with your horse, ground work and lessons, boarding available. Email or call for a quote.

Have a horse and a place to ride, we can come to you, millage may apply if outside 30 mile radius to see areas that are covered go to the In Home Care Link.​​


Private Lessons​​​​​
$15 for 30 Minutes
$55 for 5 30 Minutes Sessions​

$30 for 60 Minutes
$130 for 5 60 Minutes Sessions​

$45 for 90 Minutes

Multiple Lesson/Rider Discount​
Military Discount​

Group Lessons:
$20 for 30 Minutes
$35 for 60 Minutes
Ages 12 and up
Two to Three Riders​​

Riders must be dressed appropriately for safe riding.  Long Pants and heeled riding boots are necessary for safety, no tennis shoes or sandals.   Riders may not mount if they do not have safe footwear. ASTM/SEI certified helmets are required if under 18 and recommended if 18 or older.  Legend Acres has two helmets available for use but it is recommend that you provide your own if scheduling lessons on a regular basis.  Helmets are available at your local Feed Store.



Legend Acres
Lessons and Training
Serving​
Phoenix, AZ and Middle/West, TN
​931-516-3064​
Loving After Lessons
Brea and Beauty after her first Lesson,

Meet the Instructor:  Kristi May is not only the Owner of Legend Acres but the Riding Instructor.  Kristi has over 25 years riding experience and over 5 years of Instructor experience.  Kristi rides Hunt Seat, Bareback, Saddle Seat, Western Pleasure, Western Equitation, Over Fences, Gymkhana including Barrel Racing, and has over 10 years show experience. Kristi was a 4-H Handi-rider Volunteer for over 4 years, and 4 years equestrian team.  Kristi is pictured here on Rebel her Rocky Mountain Spotted Horse accompanied by her Golden Retriever Legend.
Recommed Reading for all stages and dsiplines
Recommended Riding Apparel

Legend Acres Riding Lessons

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