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Riding Lessons
Private and group lessons for kids (ages 5+) and adults of all experience levels. Learn grooming, tacking up, and proper riding technique in a safe, encouraging environment.
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Ride With Confidence. Learn For Life.
Riding lessons, horse camps & trail rides for kids and adults in the heart of Southern California. Specializing in fearful riders, beginners, and those coming back after an injury.
10+
Years Teaching
Age 5+
All Skill Levels
100%
Passion Driven
What We Offer
Find Your Perfect Ride
From first-timers to returning riders, Dede has a program designed for exactly where you are in your journey.
Kids Love It
Horse Camps
Multi-day camps for young riders starting at age 5. Kids learn horse care, grooming, riding fundamentals, and build lasting confidence around horses in a fun, structured setting.
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Trail Rides
Experience the beautiful trails at Whittier Narrows with a guided horseback trail ride. Perfect for families, dates, or anyone who wants to enjoy nature from the saddle.
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Specialty
Fearful & Returning Riders
Dede's specialty. Whether you've had a scary experience, an injury, or just stepped away for years — her patient, gentle approach will have you back in the saddle with confidence.
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"Happy, joyous and free — that's what horses give us."
— Dede FrameMeet Your Instructor
Dede Frame, Horse Trainer & Riding Instructor
Dede founded Urban Horseman in 2013 with one simple belief: every person deserves the chance to experience the joy, freedom, and confidence that horses bring. She has been sharing that gift ever since at Whittier Narrows Equestrian Center.
Dede is known for her patience and natural ability to connect with riders at every level — from wide-eyed 5-year-olds on their first pony to adults returning after years away from the saddle. Her specialty is the fearful rider: she'll meet you exactly where you are.
Founded in 2013
Over a decade of teaching in the LA area
All Ages Welcome
Kids starting at age 5 through adults
Fearful Rider Specialist
Gentle, patient approach for nervous riders
Whittier Narrows
Beautiful LA County equestrian center
5-Star Reviews
What Our Riders Say
"My family has been getting lessons from Dede for almost a year now. We treasure our time with her. Not only is she an excellent horse trainer but she is also a kind, genuine person who truly cares about her students."
"Dede is the best! I was terrified of horses after a bad fall years ago and she helped me build back my confidence from zero. Now I ride every weekend and I couldn't be happier. She's a miracle worker."
"My daughter did Dede's horse camp at age 6 and it was the highlight of her whole summer. She came home every day beaming. Dede is patient, fun, and truly passionate about what she does."
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Ready to Start Riding?
Call or text Dede directly, send a message below, or just drop by the barn at Whittier Narrows. She loves meeting new students!
Call or Text
714-743-1603
Email
urbanhorseman@gmail.com
Location
12191 Rooks Rd, Whittier, CA 90601
Whittier Narrows Equestrian Center
Hours
Daily · 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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