Name: Star Ridge Stables
Address: 726 WC Braswell Rd, Selma, NC, 27576, US
Telephone: (843) 247-3378

English riding lessons, horsemanship, horse leasing, IEA, horse shows, summer camps, and more in Selma, North Carolina.

At Star Ridge Stables, we believe riding is about more than sitting on a horse. It's about learning to communicate, building confidence, taking responsibility, and developing a partnership with your horse.

Whether you're taking your first lesson, returning to riding as an adult, or working toward your next show goal, we're here to help you grow as a rider and as a horseman.

Star Ridge Stables helps riders of all levels reach their goals through a supportive, results-driven approach. With over three decades of experience and a USHJA-certified instructor who holds a master’s in education, the program has earned a strong reputation in Selma for developing confident, skilled equestrians. Proven teaching methods, personalized instruction, and genuine care ensure each rider progresses at their own pace while building a solid foundation in riding and horsemanship.

The stable offers a full range of services to support riders and horse owners alike, including horseback riding lessons, horsemanship and horse care classes, and opportunities to compete in local horse shows. Clients can also take advantage of horse leasing and boarding options, pony birthday parties, and engaging summer horse camps that provide fun, hands-on experiences for all ages. Contact us today with Star Ridge Stables to schedule lessons or explore our programs.

Do I need my own horse?
No, you do not need to own a horse to participate in our riding program. We have a selection of school horses and ponies available for students to use during lessons. Our school horses can also be used for shows, so owning a horse is not required if you want to develop your skills or eventually compete. This makes horse riding lessons in Smithfield, NC accessible to riders who are just getting started.
Do you teach beginner riders?
Yes, we work with riders at different experience levels, including those taking their first lesson. Our instruction is tailored to each rider's age, experience, and goals. Horse riding lessons in Smithfield, NC can also accommodate riders who are returning to riding or working toward competition.
What happens during a riding lesson?
Our lessons include more than time in the saddle. Depending on the rider and program, instruction can cover riding technique, communication with the horse, grooming, tacking, and other elements of horsemanship. We keep classes relatively small, with class sizes ranging from one to five students. This allows us to provide individual attention while helping each rider develop skills at an appropriate pace.
What should I wear for lessons?
We recommend wearing long pants, including stretch pants, leggings, or blue jeans. Riders should also wear a shoe with a small heel, such as a boot. Tennis shoes and flat-soled shoes are not safe for riding. We provide an approved riding helmet for students, and after their first three months of horse riding lessons in Smithfield, NC, students are required to purchase their own approved ASTM-SEI riding helmet.
Are lessons available year-round?
Yes, we offer riding lessons throughout the year, with lessons available Monday through Saturday. Our program is designed to support continued riding and horsemanship education rather than being limited to a particular season. Horse riding lessons in Smithfield, NC can also continue when weather changes. When rain prevents normal riding activities, we focus on classroom-oriented horsemanship instruction instead.
What do you teach on rainy days?
Rainy lesson days can be used to build practical horse-care knowledge. We may cover topics such as tacking, bathing, basic first aid, clipping, and wrapping legs. These activities are part of our broader horsemanship program and give riders useful skills beyond riding itself. Horse riding lessons in Smithfield, NC can therefore include hands-on education even when conditions aren't suitable for riding.
Do I have to compete at horse shows?
No, competing isn't required to participate in our lesson program. Riders can take part in other activities, including Fun Days and in-house clinics, if competition is not one of their goals. For riders who do want to compete, we offer local horse show opportunities and guidance for developing show skills. Horse riding lessons in Smithfield, NC can provide a foundation for recreational riding or continued progression toward the show ring.
Can I compete without owning a horse?
Yes, students can use our lesson horses and ponies for horse shows. This allows riders to gain competition experience without purchasing or owning their own horse. We also offer an IEA program for students in grades 4 through 12, and participants do not need to own a horse to compete. Horse riding lessons in Smithfield, NC can therefore be part of a pathway toward competitive riding for students who want that experience.
Do you offer horse boarding?
Yes, we offer full-care horse boarding along with horse leasing options. Boarding includes services such as customized feeding schedules, daily turnout, stall cleaning, bedding management, blanketing and fly mask services, and health monitoring with owner updates. Our facility also provides spacious stalls, quality feed, and exercise options as part of the boarding program. We can discuss available arrangements with horse owners who are looking for boarding or leasing services.
What other programs do you offer?
In addition to riding instruction, we offer horsemanship and horse care classes, local horse shows, horse leasing and boarding, pony birthday parties, and summer horse camps. Our programs are designed for different interests, from learning foundational horse-care skills to gaining competition experience. Our summer programs include riding, horse care, and hands-on activities, while our overnight camp provides a more immersive equestrian experience for eligible riders. We also offer a youth IEA team for students in grades 4 through 12 who want to participate in team-based equestrian competition.

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Sign up by June 1st and save on an unforgettable summer experience at Star Ridge Stables! Enjoy $200 off our immersive overnight camp or $50 off day camp, where young riders build confidence, learn horsemanship skills, and create lasting memories through hands-on horse care and riding instruction.

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(843) 247-3378

The stable offers a full range of services to support riders and horse owners alike, including horseback riding lessons, horsemanship and horse care classes, and opportunities to compete in local horse shows. Clients can also take advantage of horse leasing and boarding options, pony birthday parties, and engaging summer horse camps that provide fun, hands-on experiences for all ages. Get in touch with Star Ridge Stables to schedule lessons or explore our programs.

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Do you teach beginner riders?

What happens during a riding lesson?

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Are lessons available year-round?

What do you teach on rainy days?

Do I have to compete at horse shows?

Can I compete without owning a horse?

Do you offer horse boarding?

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Where Passion Meets Horsemanship

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