Leg Up offers a compreshensive year-round Horseback Riding Lesson Program, Horsemanship Clinics, School Shows, and Summer Camps for students of all ages/ levels: Beginner through Advanced riders. Conveniently located in Fort Mill, SC near South Charlotte NC (serving Ballantyne, Waxhaw, Mathews communities).
There's nothing pretentious about it - we cherish simplicity and down-to-earth family values that make being part of Leg Up, being a part of our family. We instill in our students our core values: hard work, leadership and to exemplify exceptional horsemanship as we progress towards our indivdual goals.
There's nothing pretentious about it - we cherish simplicity and down-to-earth family values that make being part of Leg Up, being a part of our family. We instill in our students our core values: hard work, leadership and to exemplify exceptional horsemanship as we progress towards our indivdual goals.
Reviews (14)
Jennifer Oconnell
Jan 02, 2022
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We took our granddaughter to Leg Up Equestrian for her first ever riding lesson and were very impressed! Miss Amber and her team were knowledgeable, instructive, patient and so pleasant. Our granddaughter was, and still is, in 7th heaven from her time there. You won’t be disappointed! Highly recommend!
Leigh Anne Hagerman
Dec 28, 2021
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Candy H.
Sep 15, 2021
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Really enjoying a series of beginner lessons that my granddaughter is taking!! I love the fact that they teach 'the whole horse', including grooming, care and feeding, and the basic tenets of equestrian skills!! Group size of 5 makes for real personalization and progress! Horses are just lovely and the encouraging tone and support invaluable!!
Ellen Key
Sep 01, 2021
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Anthony Burton
Aug 18, 2021
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Misty Ried
Aug 03, 2021
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Jackie Ely
Jul 04, 2021
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We have found our new barn! We were so impressed with Mr. S. and the Leg Up Equestrian barn. The facility was very clean and well maintained, and even color coordinated :). The horses were in great shape and one could tell they were well cared for. But the best part was Mr. S. He has a gentle way about him and obviously loves what he does for a living. My daughter has severe anxiety, but she immediately felt safe with him. He is extremely knowledgeable about English riding and is a warm, passionate and fun instructor. 5 stars all the way!
Beth Dunn
Jun 19, 2021
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Riding at Leg Up Equestrian is my daughter's most favorite thing in the world! This family owned and run barn makes each student feel like part of the family. From the lessons to the summer camps to events like the Halloween horse costume contest and games on horseback, it is such a wonderful program!
What makes this program especially unique is that the owner and instructor, Ms. Cathy, requires students to demonstrate specific riding and barn skills to progress through her leveled program. While this might sound intimidating, it is one of the things my daughter likes best. Ms. Cathy is so encouraging
What makes this program especially unique is that the owner and instructor, Ms. Cathy, requires students to demonstrate specific riding and barn skills to progress through her leveled program. While this might sound intimidating, it is one of the things my daughter likes best. Ms. Cathy is so encouraging
Lauren Floyd
Jun 18, 2021
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Hands down the best place for incredibly enriching horseback riding lessons! Safety is the number one priority at all times along with excellent instruction. Cathy's knowledge of horsemanship is absolutely incredible and her instructors are super friendly and well trained! The facility and horses are very well cared for. My daughter and I love being part of the Leg Up team! Highly recommend to all levels of riders, ages and experiences. This wonderful stable will make your goals come true!
The Bowens
Jun 18, 2021
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My daughter had the most amazing week at camp. She is a student of Leg Up, and loves her weekly lessons, but she said that being at camp made her feel at home.
The instructors and leaders do an amazing job of building character and horsemanship, and there isn’t a better place around for equestrian training.
Thank you, Leg Up, for an experience she will never forget!
The instructors and leaders do an amazing job of building character and horsemanship, and there isn’t a better place around for equestrian training.
Thank you, Leg Up, for an experience she will never forget!
Charles Chip Payet
Oct 15, 2019
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[Updated 11/16/19]
Our 11yo daughter started at Leg Up Equestrian during one of their day camps in the summer of 2015. She then started weekly lessons and has been doing so ever since. She thoroughly enjoyed it for many years, and we enjoyed watching her progress.
However, in the last 2 years, we slowly became disenchanted with Leg Up. Some of the quirks that we excused or didn't see early on became frustrating. We also noticed a steady exodus of many of the best riders, who were in LIzzie's classes.
Just recently, we have decided to leave Leg Up Equestrian, too. We're moving to a different
Our 11yo daughter started at Leg Up Equestrian during one of their day camps in the summer of 2015. She then started weekly lessons and has been doing so ever since. She thoroughly enjoyed it for many years, and we enjoyed watching her progress.
However, in the last 2 years, we slowly became disenchanted with Leg Up. Some of the quirks that we excused or didn't see early on became frustrating. We also noticed a steady exodus of many of the best riders, who were in LIzzie's classes.
Just recently, we have decided to leave Leg Up Equestrian, too. We're moving to a different
Jenn H.
Jul 31, 2019
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Our 7 year old daughter was wanting to ride since she was 3. She started here right after her 7th birthday and fell in love with riding immediately. The kindness and patience of the staff is incredible. Coach Amber is the very best, and everyone our daughter has come in contact with has been encouraging. She has learned not only the basics of riding so far, but how to groom and care for her horse, as well as participates in barn chores. This has given her a new found independence and responsibility. We couldn't be happier with Leg Up and highly recommend to anyone interested in riding!
Moya A.
Jan 22, 2018
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Walt V.
Jul 29, 2016
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The Leg Up Equestrian camp has been such a positive experience for our daughter! Everyday, she tells us all of the new things she has learned with her "adopted" horse named 'Say So'. There's no doubt that we will be enrolling her again. Thanks for helping to make so many wonderful memories for our daughter!
