Glen Grove Equestrian Center

Glen Grove Equestrian Center is a premier equestrian facility located in Lake Forest, Illinois, specializing in hunter/jumper lessons and training for riders of all skill levels. The center offers English riding lessons for ages 7 and up, providing comprehensive instruction on the flat and over jumps, as well as lower level dressage training.

The facility features multiple indoor and outdoor riding arenas, providing year-round riding opportunities regardless of weather conditions. Glen Grove maintains a well-cared-for selection of lesson horses including ponies like Moose, Apricot, Rosie, Marbles, Petey, Waldo, Mango, Skittles, and Blossom, ensuring riders can be matched with appropriate mounts for their skill level.

Beyond regular lessons, Glen Grove offers full-service boarding facilities with daily turnout for horses (typically five days per week, weather permitting). The center provides comprehensive horse care including nutrition management, veterinary coordination, farrier services, grooming packages, and other specialized care such as hand-walking, wrapping, and blanketing.

For competitive riders, Glen Grove provides extensive horse show opportunities both on-site and through travel to prestigious competitions. The center hosts schooling shows throughout the year and travels to major shows including the Winter Equestrian Festival in Florida, competitions in Tryon and Kentucky, and east coast Indoor Finals. Local shows include events at Ledges, Lamplight, and HITS facilities.

Glen Grove offers a comprehensive summer camp program for young equestrians, with registration typically opening in February. The camp provides an immersive experience in horsemanship and riding for children. The center also provides leasing and shareboarding options for riders seeking more involvement beyond regular lessons.

All lessons are scheduled by appointment only with a 48-hour cancellation policy. The facility operates on a quarterly billing system with four 13-week sessions per year, with the final week of each quarter serving as makeup lesson time or bonus lessons for those with perfect attendance.