Private Pony Lessons for Kids in Winter Garden, FL

Teranga Stables is a family-owned pony riding school in Winter Garden, Florida. We offer private riding lessons for children ages 3 to 9. First lessons are 30 minutes and cost $60. No prior riding experience is required, and helmets are provided.

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Who it is for

Kids from 3 to 9. A three-year-old starts on the ground: brushing, leading, learning that a big animal will listen to a small person. By 5 or 6 most children are steering at a walk on their own. By 8 or 9 they are working on posting and balance. Every lesson is private, one child with one instructor, so a nervous 4-year-old and a bold 8-year-old each get a lesson built for them.

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What a lesson includes

A pony sized for your child. A helmet, ours. Patient instructors who know how to earn a nervous child's trust in the first ten minutes. Our head instructor has over 25 years of experience on three continents, and our two main instructors are fluent in English and French. Grooming, leading, and riding in our arena on a quiet five-acre farm. And a parent watching, because you are always welcome.

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What it costs

First Pony Lesson: 30 minutes, $60, one time.

Private Pony Lesson: 45 minutes, $100, pay as you go.

Memberships: reserve a weekly day and time from $297 a month, about $69 a lesson. Founding rates through December 31, 2026.

Florida scholarships: families using Step Up For Students, PEP, or FES-UA get an itemized receipt for every lesson.

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Where we are

16434 Davenport Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787. Families drive in from Horizon West, Windermere, Oakland, Hamlin, Orchard Hills, Ocoee, Clermont and Dr. Phillips. If GPS stops at a neighbor's house, keep going to the Teranga sign.

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Parent FAQ

How much are pony lessons in Winter Garden?

At Teranga Stables a First Pony Lesson is $60 for 30 minutes. After that, a private 45-minute lesson is $100, or a weekly membership starts at $297 a month, about $69 a lesson.

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What age can children start horseback riding?

We take riders from age 3. At 3 the lesson is groundwork, brushing and leading, and riding comes as they are ready. Most children are riding at a walk by 5 or 6.

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Are horseback riding lessons safe for a nervous child?

Every lesson is private, the ponies are chosen for small riders, helmets are provided, and the first lesson starts on the ground so nothing happens before your child is ready. Nervous kids are usually the ones who fall hardest for it.

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What should children wear to a pony lesson?

Long pants and closed-toe shoes. Sneakers are fine to start. We provide the helmet.

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Do you accept PEP or FES-UA scholarship reimbursement?

Yes. You get an itemized receipt for every lesson to submit for reimbursement. We do not file the claim for you.

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Where is Teranga Stables located?

16434 Davenport Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787, minutes from Horizon West and Windermere.

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What parents say

"This place is a gem! Absolutely love this farm. From the moment you arrive, you can tell the horses are the priority. Healthy, calm and clearly well cared for." Elizabeth H., Google review

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"Experience was amazing. Had a great time. Their trainer was exceptional very very kind and I've never gone to a better farm." Joseph, Google review

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"Amazing first lesson, staff is very knowledgeable, patient, and friendly. We will be back for sure!" Christopher B., Google review

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5.0 stars on Google