Adult horse riding without show?

[BuckwheatHoney]

A lot of lesson barns offer recreational lessons, meaning no competition. Do a little research about stables in your area and I'm sure you'll find something to suit your preferences!

[Jeff Sadler]

I give riding lessons of that type for $10 per lesson. So yes, it exists. But you sometimes have to look to find them. So many people just want to deal with people who want to show because that will help get their name out there. I don't really care about that. I set my prices low enough to get a few students that want to learn but could normally not afford it (We live in an extremely low income area). If they have to, they work off the lessons. Check your local craigslist and weekly traders (free classified ad papers) I often see ads in those. And if you have facebook, try that. There are horse sites on their like trail horses, and the people there will be glad to help you find someone in your area.

[Ninabi]

You aren't the only one- go around to various barns, look at what lessons they offer and take it up again. Who knows? You might just end up owning a horse. I can't tell you how many people, women in particular, who wanted to ride for years and thought they were too old. Never. Go enjoy yourself!

Source (Did this myself and will ride until I'm put into a nursing home)