Small classes allow for the individual attention a student needs to develop skills and ability. A free shuttle accommodates class and student worker schedules as well as independent riders. Wyllie's Way is a beautiful walking trail from the main campus to the Riding Center. The Riding Center is open seven days a week. A. Riding at Sweet Briar is part of the Instructional Program, so the cost of the instruction is covered by your College tuition.
Different blocks offer the student an option as to the number of rides taken per week.
The Cramer Endowment supports a unique range of educational riding opportunities, including private clinics led by national equestrian experts. The Blackwell Endowment helps to support students' fees for riding to hounds. The Thompson Fund and the Neidlinger Fund provide financial assistance for block rides for any level rider. The Riding Center also offers College Work-Study positions to eligible students. The College normally pays entry fees and transportation expenses for each member of the fall club riding and spring varsity teams.