Julie Blackburn
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About
We offer riding lessons for adults and children in Mendon, Mass. We have well-schooled horses and ponies for riders of all ages and abilities, or bring your own horse.
We specialize in dressage, eventing, balance seat and equitation. Our licensed instructor has over 28 years of teaching experience with competitive, recreational and therapeutic lessons.
Overview
Hired 4 times
1 employee
32 years in business
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Student experience level
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Horseback riding goals
Fun and relaxation
Trail riding
Show jumping
Dressage
Riding style
Western
English
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Reviews
Great 4.8
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Jennifer K.
Dec 9, 2013
I rode and boarded my horse with Julie for ten years; she is provides a safe, fun, and educational atmosphere. She cares deeply for both her clients and their horses. Whether you just wanted to improve your skills as pleasure rider or take your riding to the next competitive level she can accommodate. She does an especially good job with kids. If she was closer to where I live, without a doubt, I'd still be riding with her,
Karen N.
Mar 16, 2013
There are many skills & attributes I look for in a riding instructor: good communication skills, patience, a sense of humor, knowledge & personal experience in a variety of disciplines, a willingness to listen and someone who "gets" both horses AND humans. Julie's the total package. She is thoroughly professional but has a great sense of fun. She can be the ultimate dressage instructor, but help you with obstacles/versatility skills or jumping as well. She works on helping you know your horse and yourself then applying that knowledge to whatever the riding challenge is.
I really like that she schools her horses regularly herself. She puts time in with her students and her horses -- and she's always looking to continue to learn. I admire an instructor (in anything!) who has a passion for learning & understands that they don't know it all. Plus, although Julie makes you work, she encourages you to participate in fun things as well ( including Gymkhanas for kids & adults, the versatility challenges I mentioned & non-mounted get-togethers as well).
I'd encourage anyone to work with Julie in a heartbeat!
Sandy O.
Dec 10, 2013
It was always a pleasure to work with Julie and to watch our daughter become not only a great rider but learn the foundation of Equine care. Julie provided a safe, fun environment including camps, shows, trail rides... Most of all Julie expressed her passion for her students and her animals were very well trained and safe. I would highly recommend Julie Blackburn as a rider, trainer, equine care specialist and a genuine person.
Julie Blackburn's reply
Thank you so much Sandy. I miss teaching the kids in Michigan. Come visit me in Massachusetts some time!
Laura L.
Dec 14, 2013
Julie was very responsive to the needs of my 9 year old son, and was the perfect instructor for him. She made lessons fun and I always felt like he gained something each time.
Kara H.
Mar 16, 2013
Julie is a fantastic instructor who takes the time to teach you right. She never pushes you beyond your current ability (unless you are capable and just need some encouragement!) and has infinite patience for you and your horse. She is great with children and makes lessons fun for both children and adults. Whether it is a group lesson or a private lesson she is able to give you the best instruction regardless of how many people are in the ring. Lessons are never boring and she takes the time to show you how to do unmounted activities to care for horses. If you want to learn how to ride right and have fun at the same time Julie is for you! Whether you want to show or just have fun you can't go wrong at Providence Riding Academy!!!