My daughter started riding with Johnny when she was just 4 years old. She rode with him for six…read morewonderful years, took a break, and recently returned now at the age of 19. Coming back felt like coming home. During those six years, she learned tremendously and won numerous Horsemanship and Western Pleasure awards. Everything she knows today about horses was taught from the very beginning--starting with proper horse care, respect, and responsibility, all the way through riding skills and confidence in the saddle. Johnny and everyone at the ranch are incredibly kind, welcoming, and supportive. They truly treat you like family, and from day one you feel at peace, surrounded by horses and amazing people. This is more than just a riding center it's a place full of heart, knowledge, and love for horses. I drive 2.5 hours to get here, and it is absolutely worth every mile. I highly recommend anyone considering riding or learning about horses to come here. You won't regret it. This has been an amazing place since day one.

Shadow Hills Riding Club and Shadow heels equestrian center has been a key in our journey to…read moresuccess ! He This place is exceptionally to start with. I have been coming here with my daughter for 4 1/2 years. Let me start by mentioning that this place is exceptionally clean, beautiful and horses are well trained for therapeutic riding and for regular riding. Horses are well taken care of is an understatement. Johnny helped my child from being nonverbal to talking in sentences with therapeutic riding. My daughter started writing when she was nonverbal had a few words here there very quickly through therapeutic riding my daughter started to open up and understand letters, which are placed all around the arena. Johnny's extensive experience in this field gave me hope from the day one. Johnny uses strategies and techniques to help the child increase brain activity, speech and balance. After four years, my daughter is thriving. She is talking in sentences ,has a calm demeanor ,loves horses ,can ride professionally on her own and has so much fun seeing Johnny every time. I am beyond thankful to Shadow Equestrian Center and Johnny for saving my daughter early on in her challenge with Speech. Early intervention is a key and Shadow Hills Equestrian Center is a key to success early on in any and all cases of challenge. I would like to point out that they also have regular Riding classes for typical kids as well, those are also great because my other kids participated many times.

Katelin is my first teacher and I got lucky to find her…read more I am terrified of riding but I love the beauty and sensitivity horses offer so I made it a goal to overcome my fear this year. I was looking for an instructor who is also sensitive to training me, a person who has never ever handled a horse or any equipment that has to do with horses. I've had many instructors in the past for other things I've tried, who are angry and use condescension in their instruction and this memory has held me back for a while in trying anything new. I took a leap of faith with Katelin and I am so happy I did. I hope this place will become a home where I can learn everything I possibly can - I've already fallen in love with my horse, Gene. :) Katelin is positive, encouraging, funny, and has an 'other worldly' vibe, a sixth sense, during the sessions. She is teaching me how to prepare the horse for riding which is really exciting and I did not expect doing this. I am grateful for this process as I feel I am learning to respect all aspect of horseback riding, the horses' well being, and the business. Thank you Katelin for being so patient with me.

Love my lessons with Katelin! She really takes her time and does not rush! I found her on Yelp and…read moreI am so glad I did! I felt completely safe and comfortable riding with her! Cannot recommend enough!!!

Quiet, huge, and one of a kind park with a dirt trail! We didn't complete the entirely because we…read moredidn't see signage detailing the length and duration of this hike. We turned around as soon as the path started to look more rocky and marked with poop. I would have still kept going if I had time to explore and adventure. It's a different experience gazing at the valley views up ahead. The air is fresh and inviting. This was a beautiful spot to be amongst nature and it was a fascinating sight to see horse riders wearing their cowboy hats trotting along the path. The area seems to be used by locals and noticed the majority of the people were dominantly Spanish speaking. I would definitely come here again when better planned! There's also a nicely built straight walking/ running/ smooth pavement located near this park where I spotted a couple of runners and I wouldn't mind giving it a go! Telling by the pavement condition, it looked fairly new or perhaps it's not heavily used but it looked impressively clean. (This side of the valley does get hot so bring sun protection and water! )

Was surprised how hard the new GGT footing was here for the last show. Between them running…read moremultiple water trucks and grooming excessively to try to make it work it seems like a disaster. How much water and fuel they are wasting seems excessive and the plastics in the GGT are horrific. We just got back from a show in CO where they had the Levitare footing and it was night and day better .. come on California and Hansen Dam. You know they ban GGT style plastic fabric and those carpet materials in Europe right and for a reason.

Best place, amazing staff! Beautiful horses and trail ride was perfect went for mother's day. Great…read moreexperience

Trail Guides and well cared for horses make this ride a safe and memorable experiences. Ages 7 and…read moreolder. No experience necessary. Beginners are welcomed.

This place is awesome! Very quick response and has affordable rates on boarding as well as classes…read more My trainer Trish is super knowledgeable and patient, she goes from scratch with you to ensure you understand every single details about the horse. She pays extra attention to your safety all the times. Well communicative. If you are beginner like me, this is the right place to start.. Highly recommended!

I felt really safe when I visited the ranch.They are following all the guidelines for covid. In…read moreaddition they have great rates for boarding and riding lessons. Patricia is not only knowledgeable but she is so patient working with horses and kids. I know the horses are well cared for. In addition they have a dog rescue shelter there.

This barn is just the best! I arrived with my new horse about 2 months ago and let's just say, I…read morehave needed a lot of help! Jesus worked tirelessly to make my horse comfortable, and I really appreciate his most recent efforts. He installed rubber mat flooring and built containment boards for my stall so the shavings would stay put. Now I don't have to worry about my horse standing in mud when it rains. In addition, Lalo and Rafael, are super helpful and friendly, and are always willing to give any assistance I need. The ever vigilant Butch is a very knowledgeable steward of the herd he manages, and will be the first to notice if your horse is sick. The barn culture is very relaxed and positive and you will feel supported by all the other boarders there. It truly is a loving community of horse lovers. I'm currently working with trainer Sandra, who is skilled and kind. She is really helping my horse become calmer and better every day she works with him. I'm so so happy to have found my happy place at Peacock Hill Ranch.

Great location, close to water, shade trees, many trails, Hansen Dam. Lots of great trainers work…read moreout of the Ranch, Susan and Sandy are #1. No drama, everyone who boards are very nice and helpful. Butch is in charge of all the horses and he is very loving towards every horse staying there and very knowledgeable about everything horses. He has stepped in to do shots, bandages, and in between stuff too. The place is ~4 acres with indoor sheds and pipe stalls, huge ring with accessories for all your training and ground work needs.

Very clean! Nice staff my new trainer gave me my first lesson and it was so smooth and not…read morestressful I was able to relax. Sarahbell is very kind and gentle with my horses, they are very happy here

Erin is absolutely wonderful. She helped me get out of a sticky situation with the previous horse…read moretrainer I was working with. Erin is truly one of the most honest and kindest person I have met in the equine business. She treats her clients and horses with nothing but respect. She can sense when something is wrong with the horse and will take every measure to make sure the horse is taken care of properly and with patience. Erin is truly just the sweetest person all around.

Updating my review after nearly four years (!) of working with Erin. She is, hands down, the most…read morethoughtful, persistent and dedicated horse person I've had the privilege of working with. She turned my string bean of a horse into a polished gentleman who has cleaned up blue ribbons at horse shows across the West Coast. Erin's approach to training is calm, firm and persistent. I'm amazed by her level of patience and ability to manage both horses and their humans. In addition to all of this, I tremendously value the new friends I've made through Erin's growing community of clients. I feel like folks always talk about how hard it is to make friends as an adult...and here's the antidote to that problem. If you're looking for a horse trainer and horse-centered community in Los Angeles stop looking and just book a lesson.

I love Courtship. I toured many places before choosing to board my first horse here…read more Lyles, the barn manager is on top of everything and makes sure the entire barn runs smoothly. Whether its from repairs, simple every day questions you may have, and emergency protocol (we experienced fire evac this past year) - she's got the answers! There's also a variety of trainers here so you're not limited to just one discipline. Everyone is so friendly and the place is very clean. I trust that my horse will be safe and well looked after here, so there is never a worry in my mind when it comes to the care of my horse!

Courtship Ranch has caring and organized owners/management. My horses are well cared for and I have…read moremade lots of wonderful friends.

3D Farms is a full service training and riding barn located at Hansen Dam Equestrian Center. They…read morespecialize in 3 day eventing, dressage and show jumping, however they offer lessons in western and vaulting as well. Head trainer and instructor Diane Slater is BHS certified and will help you start right and safely, or take your riding to the next level.

Dedicated to quality teaching. Horsemanship has so…read moremany rewarding dimensions, more than sitting on a horse. There are times to focus on athletic skills, to get your body to do it. At other times you focus on what you want the horse to do, and getting the horse to do what you want. Then there are horse care skills too. I returned to Diane when I needed instruction that would help my mind not just my sports skills. Many trainers can't help a discouraged student, but 3d can. You won't be coddled. You learn to step up to the bar, and get the job done. Lessons here offer more than just riding. Each time I'm there I learn not only how to ride better, but also the reasons why. Horsemanship is important.