MSB Riding Academy

Howell, Michigan - 15+ Years In The Saddle

The Program Horses

Meet the Lesson Horses

Every horse in our program is selected for patience, temperament, and teachability. Horses, tack, and guidance are always provided.

Emerald, Arabian mare used for beginner riding lessons at MSB Riding Academy in Howell, Michigan

Emerald Cut

"Emerald"

2003 - Purebred Arabian Mare

Emerald is the heart of the program, kind, patient, and the safest horse anyone can learn on regardless of age. She helped build MSB from scratch and has introduced more riders to the saddle than any other horse in the barn.

All agesBeginnersLittle Riders
Shai, Arabian mare used for western riding lessons at MSB Riding Academy in Howell, Michigan

MSU Shai Girl

"Shai"

2008 - Purebred Arabian Mare

Friendly, attention-loving, and always first at the gate, Shai connects deeply with the right rider. She is a western mount with a big personality and a genuine bond with her students.

Select ridersWesternYoung riders
Whoz, Half-Arabian Saddlebred gelding used for English and saddleseat lessons at MSB Riding Academy

Whoz Your Daddy

"Whoz"

2003 - Half-Arabian / Saddlebred Gelding

Whoz is bold, spirited, and deeply loyal to riders he knows and trusts. He is clever enough to test someone new, which makes him a genuinely educational ride once you have earned his respect.

IntermediateSaddleseatEnglish
Steppin, Arabian gelding for English and western riding lessons at MSB Riding Academy

MSU Steppin' Out

"Steppin"

2011 - Purebred Arabian Gelding

The youngest of the crew and the most recent addition, Steppin has a long show history in English, western, and showmanship. He is well-trained, easy going, and a safe fit for advanced beginners.

Advanced beginnerEnglishWesternShowmanship
Heart, Half-Arabian Saddlebred mare for advanced lessons and show experience at MSB Riding Academy

Blazin' Hearts

"Heart"

2003 - Half-Arabian / Saddlebred Mare

Heart spent years in the show ring, including rated shows, regionals, and nationals as a saddleseat horse. Now in semi-retirement, she is a wonderful match for more advanced kids and adults building real ring experience.

AdvancedHunterShow experience
Taz, Arabian Hackney pony for saddleseat lessons and show ring training at MSB Riding Academy

EA Tazer Gun

"Taz"

2005 - Arabian / Hackney Pony - 15.2hh

Taz is a stout, powerful saddleseat specialist with all the flash the discipline demands. He loves his job and is a great partner for confident youth riders heading toward the show ring.

Confident youthSaddleseatShow ring

All lessons start with a free barn walkthrough. Meet Melinda, tour the barn, and get matched to the right horse.

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Location Howell, Michigan - Livingston County
Response time Typically within 24 hours
Phone (810) 210-4824
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