A.R. Willden Show Stables

"I’ve been riding at AR Wilden for a month now, and I’m so happy I choose this barn to start lessons at. Andrea is an amazing coach and I feel my riding is improving so much, she doesn’t let anything slide (from toes to hands to seat) and I feel like I’m really getting the right seat and position. And BOY it’s hard work, my muscles have been so sore LOL. I promise it’s a good sore though!! Not to mention Andrea has beautiful lesson horses (I’ve ridden a Selle Francis named Chewy, Quarter horse named Gus and at Arabian named Joker), and the facilities are well maintained and everyone I have met is really nice, knowledgeable and kind (just what you want in a barn)! I had a traumatic time in the horse world over 15 years ago and really hurt my back from many falls. I truly wish I had been riding with Andrea when I had that horse, I think things would have been much different. I can’t wait to continue my lessons, and see how much more I continue to learn and to see my riding continue to improve! Thank you so much Andrea! I’m so excited to be back in the horse world and to be starting the journey at your stable! If you are thinking of riding here! Don’t hesitate, I know it was the right decision for me!"

"AR Willden Show Stables has become my second home. Under Andrea, the property is constantly improving, just like me and my horse. I board my thoroughbred here, he is in training with Andrea, and I also take lessons. She cares for the boarded horses like her own, and she genuinely wants to see her students succeed. I’m an anxious rider and in lessons, she gives me just the right amount of compassion and push that I need. My horse is on the pushy and dominant side, and I have watched him come such a long way in her hands. There’s a reason Andrea is often asked to catch ride for people — she’s amazing, and my horse and I are so lucky to have her as our trainer. I am also so grateful for the barn family that has gathered here; the show team, the working students, and the lesson students. Everyone has been so welcoming, fun, and supportive. I wouldn’t go anywhere else."

"My daughter has grown exponentially since joining A.R Willden in her confidence, courage, and ability to handle a horse. Our daughter comes home with a huge smile after every lesson!"

"Andrea is an amazing teacher and trainer. My horse and I have come so far with her help. I wouldn’t go to anyone else!"

"I have known Andrea and Kasey for a very long time! They are the best trainers with experience and have amazing lesson horses for all levels of rider experience. The stables are great and a wonderful environment. I ride English hunter/jumper, they also do western lessons. All around A. R. Wilden Show Stables is an amazing place to learn how to ride horses, to learn discipline, respect and responsibility! It’s definitely a therapeutic place for me! 5 stars!!!"