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Equestrian Center

Large metal building with stone columns at the entrance, labeled "Bromley-Daggett Equestrian Center." Overcast sky and greenery surround the structure, conveying a calm and open atmosphere.
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5174 Lake Rd, Alfred Station, NY 14803

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Alfred University, 1 Saxon Drive, C/O Equestrian Center, Alfred, NY 14802
607-871-3150
About the

Equestrian Center

Equine classes, student boarding, varsity and JV teams for both English and Western disciplines, clinics and horse shows are all offered.

Thanks to the generosity of Alfred University Trustee Rob Daggett '81, Catherine Bromeley Daggett '58, and Peter '67 and Maris Cuneo, AU has a state-of-the-art equestrian facility that opened in August 2005.

Equine classes, student boarding, Varsity Dressage, Hunt Seat and Western Teams, clinics and horse shows are all offered.

The heated facility located on 400 acres is within a five-minute drive of campus. Although transportation is not provided by the University, students have no problem arranging for rides. The Equestrian Center has:

  • Offices
  • Technologically supported Classrooms
  • Viewing Areas
  • 200 x 80-foot indoor sand arena
  • 240 X 120-foot lighted outdoor arena
  • 52 stalls accommodate:
    • Over 40 university-owned horses
    • 12 horses belonging to university boarding students
  • 28 electric camper hookups available for trailer parking
  • 40 acres of turnout fields
Aerial view of a modern equestrian center with a large white-roofed stable, outdoor riding arena, and surrounding green pastures and forest. Located in a scenic rural area, the horse facility includes multiple fenced paddocks, support buildings, and a gravel parking area with vehicles. Ideal for horseback riding, training, and equine events.
The

Equestrian Center in Action

A person on horseback is receiving instructions from another person standing nearby in an outdoor riding arena. The rider is wearing a black shirt and helmet, while the instructor is wearing a cowboy hat and casual attire. There is a white fence and green foliage in the background.
A horseback rider receives guidance from their instructor in the outdoor riding area.
A person in a black helmet and black riding attire grooms a brown horse inside a wooden stable. The person is brushing the horse's neck while the horse stands calmly with its head lowered, secured by a halter attached to the stable wall. Wooden panels and stable structures are visible in the background.
A caring staff member taking care of a horse
Two people interacting with a small brown horse in an indoor setting. One person wears a white shirt and helmet, while the other wears a purple shirt. The horse has a purple halter and stands calmly.
The Equestrian Center staff provide hands-on care and training.
A person in equestrian gear leads a saddled brown horse toward the entrance of a large white building labeled "Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center." The building features an overhang supported by stone pillars and is surrounded by greenery and flowers. The sky is partly cloudy, with trees visible in the background.
Walking in front of the Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center
A person riding a brown horse in an outdoor sandy arena. The rider is wearing a black helmet, dark jacket, and blue jeans. The horse has white markings on its legs and face, and the rider is holding the reins with both hands. A white fence surrounds the arena, with trees in the background.
Going for a ride

Directions

The Equestrian Center is a short 5 min drive south of the main campus. Near Foster Lake and the Saxon Hill Sports Complex. Get Directions
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Equestrian Programs
607-871-3150
Bromley-Daggett Equestrian Center
Adam D'Agostino
Adam D'Agostino
Director of Equestrian Program/Head Western Coach
(607) 871-3155