Equestrian Program
Our 240 rolling acres in southwest Virginia are the picturesque setting for our renowned Equestrian Program. Oak Hill is the destination for both trail and competitive riding, with a state-of-the-art equestrian center, 60 acres of open pasture, miles of paths, and a stable of horses.
3 Ways to Ride
Our Equestrian Program is open to all. Students can personalize it to their level of interest in horseback riding.
Competitive Riding
Advanced riders care for and maintain show horses — and travel to local, state, and national competitions.
Trail Riding
After school and on weekends, students enjoy scenic trail rides throughout campus.
Riding for Credit
Students can incorporate Beginning Horsemanship and Advanced Horsemanship into academic schedules.
Building Confidence and Relationship Skills
The Equestrian Program provides many of our students with an exposure to horses they otherwise may not have. Far more than just good exercise, horseback riding can reduce anxiety, increase self-esteem, and improve communication and problem-solving skills.
“We’re thrilled when students discover a talent, or grow in self-confidence through working with our horses. It’s great to see the teamwork they develop through the relationships they build, not only with their horse, but also with each other.”
LENORE EQUESTRIAN CENTER
The Lenore Equestrian Center is a staple of Oak Hill’s campus. Dedicated on November 1, 2013, it boasts an indoor riding arena, a changing room, an office, and horse stalls. Oak Hill friends and patrons John and Dorothy Lenore, of El Cajon, California, lend this state-of-the-art facility its name.
Our Horses
We maintain a variety of horses for showing, lessons, and trail rides. Our show horses are mainly American Saddlebreds, Hackneys, and some Quarter horses. We also own an assortment of horses for trail riding.
Oak Hill patrons donated most of the horses used in the program, and John and Dorothy Lenore donated many of the American Saddlebred horses.
ADDITIONAL FACILITIES
We also have a second barn for stabling horses, an outdoor riding arena, 60 acres of pasture, and endless trails and fields for riding.
