Latest News

October 2011
Fall Schooling Show Announced!
Saturday Nov 4, 2011 Please call your instructor for more info.

Sept 2011
Check out the latest photos from arond the farm and the CHF team at shows! >>more

May 2011
Summer Riding Camp Schedule Announced! 3 sessions to choose from. >>more

"My daughter has been riding with the trainer at Chestnut Hill Farm for over 5 years. We went to this trainer after having less than positive experiences with some other trainers. The trainer at CHF is one of the safest, most knowledgeable, and caring trainers we have ever worked with, and she has trained and led my daughter and her horse (which the trainer found for us and trained alongside my daughter) to multiple blue ribbons and ISC Reserve Horse of the Year last year."
- Annie

Horse Leasing

"I have been to many barns through out my riding career, and as a trainer, Lauren inspires me. She knows how to fix an issue and is great at explaining each correction. As a barn owner, Lauren has a great work ethic. What I like best, is the kind of person Lauren is. As I said, I have been to many barns since I started riding at seven years old and I find that what stands out about Chestnut Hill Farm is the respect shown to clients. I was never treated with respect at other places before I bought my first horse. Even after buying my first horse, respect was still an issue if I wasn't showing frequently and putting a lot of money into the barn. I want to thank you personally for all of the opportunities you have given me and for all of the opportunities in the future.
"Thank you for everything,"
- Emily and Kiwi

Chestnut Hill Farm Horseback Riding Programs

Riding Lessons

lauren-and-student Our riding programs are designed for those who seek to become better riders and advance their riding skills, with qualified professional instructors. We take great care in matching riders with their horses. All levels are welcome in our family-friendly atmosphere. Students are taught more than riding, they are taught horsemanship which includes grooming and tacking before and after each lesson.

Chestnut Hill Farm offers lessons in Hunt Seat Equitation, at levels from beginner to advanced. We take pride in teaching each student in a safe, non-stressful, caring environment. We have 5 school horses available, suitable for all levels. Or you may take lessons on your own horse. Each lesson is structured to the individuals learning needs, so the rider can get the most out of every lesson.

Chestnut Hill Farm Student Katie We offer very reasonable prices:

$40 for 30 minute private lesson
$40 for 40 minute semi-private (2 riders) lesson
$40 for 50 minute group (3 or more) lesson
Discounts available - $240 for 8 lessons (a 25% savings)

Leasing/Shareboarding Program

Our lease/shareboarding program is a great introduction to horse ownership without a big commitment or investment! We carefully match you to an appropriate horse to optimize your experience. Leasing often gives students the opportunity to ride an experienced show horse at their first competitions. We have a great selection of horses available for lease each season. Please call or email Lauren to explore this opportunity. Visit available horses here.

"My wife Dee and I had the pleasure of working with Beth Panocha, asst. trainer at Chestnut Hill for several months this past year. We wanted to express to you how happy we were with Beth's professionalism and talent. She did a wonderful job with us, and she even allowed me to ride her own horse, Ben. Work and other major commitments sadly meant that we had to suspend our lessons for the winter, but I did want to express what an excellent trainer you have in Beth. We're not new to riding, or to trainers. She has the qualities one looks for in a trainer: she is both patient and demanding, very knowledgeable and professional; because of that, we would recommend Chestnut Hill and Beth highly to anyone."
- Paul and Dolores Gurnig