FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We're at 16301 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20905 — just 8 miles north of the Capital Beltway, easily accessible from Montgomery, Howard, and Prince George's Counties.

  • We're open Monday through Friday 9am–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 9am–6pm. The barn office phone opens at 11am Monday through Friday.

  • For more than 40 years, Woodland has been sharing the art, sport, and joy of riding through lessons, camps, clinics, and more. We're proud to be a trusted part of the community!

  • Not at all! We welcome complete beginners of all ages. Our rolling admission means you can join a class anytime, and our instructors will place you in the right group from day one.

  • Riders must be at least 5 years old. We have programs for every age — from our Pony Pals for ages 5–7, to Children's Lessons for ages 8–16, to Adult Lessons for anyone 17 and older.

  • Woodland teaches Balanced Seat Equitation, a well-rounded riding position that prepares riders for many disciplines — including dressage, jumping, eventing, western riding, and more.

  • Absolutely! We offer Introductory Lessons for just $20, by appointment only. You'll meet our horses, staff, and instructors, have a lesson, and get all your questions answered. Call 301-421-9156 to schedule.

  • We offer group lessons, private lessons, and paired private lessons for all ages and skill levels. Group lessons run in quarterly 13-lesson packages, while private options are available in 4-lesson packages or as one-time sessions.

  • Group Lessons

    $1,039 for a 13-lesson package

    Our weekly group lessons are quarterly and provide 1 hour of instruction for small groups of riders at the same experience level.

    Private Lessons

    • $590 for a 4-lesson package (new students)

    • $160 for a 4-lesson package (current students)

    • $180 for one-time lesson (new students)

    Private lessons provides 45 minutes of one-on-one instruction with one of our professional instructors.

    Paired Private Lessons

    • $541 for a 4-lesson package (priced per rider)

    • $150 for a 4-lesson package (priced per rider - current students)

    • $170 for one-time lesson (priced per rider - new students)

    Paired private lessons provides 1 full hour of instruction for two riders with two of professional instructors. Students must provide their own riding partner.

  • Yes! We offer Pony Pals Summer Camp (ages 5–7), Horsemanship Summer Camp (ages 8–16), Spring Fling Camp (ages 5–16, during spring break), and Mini-Day Camps (ages 8+, on school holidays throughout the year).

    • Pony Pals Summer Camp is $685 per one-week session

    • Horsemanship Summer Camp is $1540 per two-week session

    • Spring Fling Camp is $700 for full week session

    • Mini Day Camp is $140 per one-day session

  • Riders need a properly fitted helmet and long pants with hard-soled boots that have a small heel. If you need gear, our on-site tack shop, Anytime Tack, carries everything you need.

  • Yes! Anytime Tack is located right on the farm property and carries everything you need for lessons, camp, and general horse care.

  • Yes. Our 25-acre estate includes lighted indoor and outdoor rings, paddocks, stables, fields, and riding trails — so lessons and camp activities can continue rain or shine.

  • Yes! We have Show Teams and informal In-House Shows for riders who are ready to compete. It's a great way to build confidence and celebrate your progress.