180 Ranch is a Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) program member that provides English and Western horseback riding lessons from CHA certified instructors in Northwest Arkansas. Our mission is to impact lives through the joy of horseback riding while ensuring the safety and well-being of both riders and horses. Come improve your horsemanship skills on our horses, or bring your horse to our place.
Services
Private Lessons
Grow your horsemanship skills with one-on-one, individualized instruction. Whether you’re just getting started with horses or looking to grow your skills, we can help you meet your goals. Haul your horse to our place, or we can travel to you. Ages 4+
Group Lessons
Learning is more fun with friends! Enjoy horsemanship education in a group setting at a discounted rate. Haul your horse to our place, or we can travel to you. Ages 6+
Intro to Horses Class
Explore your interest in horses with this 6-week course designed for groups of beginners. Learn grooming, tacking, basic horse handling and more. Offered on-demand depending on interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear?
Students are required to wear appropriate riding attire, including:
- ASTM/SEI certified riding helmets under 5 years old from manufacture date–required for all riders, no exceptions. 180 Ranch has helmets available for students to borrow. If you prefer to buy your own helmet, we recommend purchasing through one of our affiliate links (we earn a small commission): Troxel Helmet, Ovation Helmet
- Long pants, preferably jeans or riding breeches. Visit our Amazon storefront for recommended products to get started. We earn a commission from each sale.
- Closed-toe boots with at least a 1-inch heel to keep feet from sliding through the stirrups. Visit our Amazon storefront for recommended products to get started. We earn a commission from each sale.
Prohibited while riding:
- Long necklaces and/or dangling earrings
- Chewing gum
- Tennis shoes
What happens if I need to cancel my lesson?
Student must provide a minimum of 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule a lesson. Students are responsible for full payment of any lesson canceled without sufficient notice. Students who cancel or reschedule with 48 hours’ notice will be charged a $25 fee to hold their lesson time, no exceptions. If the instructor cancels for any reason, the student will not be charged for that lesson.
Can I still ride if the weather is not perfect?
Inclement Weather Policy:
Lessons may be moved indoors due to:
- High winds (gusts above 25 mph)
- Rain
- Thunderstorms
- Cold temperatures (below 32° F)
- Extreme heat (above 100° F)
- Other extreme weather events that pose a safety concern
In the event of inclement weather, an unmounted horsemanship lesson will be conducted safely indoors. Instructors will communicate inclement weather plans with clients as quickly as possible.
Can I bring my own horse for lessons?
Yes, we do allow haul-ins for lessons. You MUST have a current coggins to bring your horse to our property, and horses must be taken home after your lesson.
Would your instructors be willing to teach me on my own property?
Yes, our instructors are willing to travel a reasonable distance for an additional fee.
Do you offer boarding?
No, we do not offer horse boarding.
Do you offer therapeutic riding?
No, we are not set up to be a therapeutic riding facility.
Do you offer trail rides?
No, we do not offer trail rides.
Additional safety guides
- No long necklaces, dangling earrings, and/or wallet chains may be worn while riding.
- Removal of any additional body piercings below the neck is highly recommended.
- No chewing gum
- Minimum age of students: 6 years old
- Riding while pregnant is strictly prohibited.
- Riding double (more than one person per horse) is strictly prohibited.
- Rider weight limit: 250 pounds
- The student agrees to follow all safety instructions provided by the instructor.
- No dogs allowed on premises.