Castle Rock Arabians

Castle Rock Arabians offers horseback riding lessons for riders of all ages and experience levels. Lessons cover equine care, grooming, equipment and tack, and riding skills, and both English and Western seat are taught. It also offers birthday parties, Girl and Boy Scout troop packages, and school year and summer camps for ages 5-16, with single-day, two-day, three-day, four-day, and five-day camp weeks available.

Programs

• Horseback Riding Lessons — riders of all ages and experience levels · $100–$450 · Private 1 Hour Lesson - $100; Package of 5 lessons - $450
• Birthday Parties — children · Birthday Party Package: Let's Go Riding! Cost: $100 per rider
• Scout Troops — children · Girl and Boy Scout Troop Package Cost: $125 per rider
• School Year & Summer Camps — 5-16 · Running 9am-3pm with before and after care available · $150–$650 · Single day, two-, three-, four-day, and five-day camp weeks available; ideal for novice as well as experienced riders

At a glance

• Ages: 5–16 years old
• Price range: $100–$650
• Current session: Fall 2026 (Oct 5–Oct 9, 2026); Fall 2026 (Nov 23–Nov 25, 2026); Spring 2027 (Apr 5–Apr 9, 2027); Winter 2026/2027 (Dec 21–Dec 23, 2026); Winter 2026/2027 (Dec 28–Dec 30, 2026)
• Facility hours: Tuesday-Sunday (Sept-May): 9:00 AM-5:00 PM; Monday-Saturday (June-August): 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

About the provider

Castle Rock Arabians has been developing equestrians since 1971. The leadership team includes Nancy Dupont, Owner, and Rebeca Mendez, Manager and Head Instructor, CHA Certified. Rebeca Mendez has a 3rd level CHA certificate, and Nancy Dupont worked with the Diablo Arabian Horse Association, The Amigos De Anza Equestrian Drill Team, The Equestrian Center of Walnut Creek, and the East Bay Regional Parks District.

Lessons are paid at booking. Cancellations or scheduling change requests must be received 2 full days prior to the lesson or the fee is forfeited. All fees are non-refundable but can be transferred to other services with appropriate notice. Group packages require a non-refundable $250 deposit.

Last updated September 17, 2026.