I started riding here a few weeks ago. Ole Strigel is the owner and chief operator. He…read morespecializes in buying / selling high end sport horses from Europe for clients in the US. The facility bar none is the best in the area. The barn is immaculate and the riding ring's footing is a synthetic material which is incredible. It offers a smoother experience for the horse and rider. Situated on 20 acres in Durham it is one of the most beautiful barns I have seen. In terms of training - best suited for adults who are serious however you don't have to be advanced. I could barely walk / trot when I started and he already has me working over cavalettis and counting strides between jumps. If you are ready to take your or your horse's hunter / jumper training to the next level there is no better facility. It is an honor and a privilege to ride here. Great for: Horse Back Riding Lessons, Horseback Riding, Horse Boarding, Horse Riding Lessons, Hunter Jumper, show stable, Equestrian Center, Equestrian, show barn

Fabulous facility. It is easily the premier hunter / jumper show barn in the Raleigh / Durham /…read moreChapel Hill area. No better place if you are looking to take your riding to the next level. Ole has experience on the international level - but has the patience to work with beginner level riders. The barn is beautiful and the farm is a real treat. I love spending time here.

Pasture Boarders Beware…read more Jim's barn is beautiful with gorgeous indoor and outdoor arenas. There is a tack room for boarders, and slots for tacking up as well as several wash stalls. He has one person working for him, Pancha, who feeds all the horses, cleans stalls, and generally takes care of things. The horses in the barn seem well cared for. The pasture has 2 run-ins that seem in good shape, and 17 acres to spread out on with seemingly good grass. The water trough was a little questionable... There is only one other horse on pasture board and it's his horse (RED FLAG). There are lessons on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays - if you want to ride on those days, outdoor arena only. Feed for pasture boarders is grain in pans 20ft apart. I expressed that I was concerned about that because one of my 2 eats significantly more than the other, and the one who gets less will steal food. Jim stated (his idea) that there was a paddock in the field where one horse could go in to eat so he wouldn't steal food. He stated that I would have to pay his help extra for her time. I made sure to tell him that one of my horses was 18hh. He didn't seem to have a problem with it and asked more questions about his breeding. I asked if he would feed supplements and he said yes. I also asked about using an open stall temporarily while I tacked up one of my 2 horses and he said yes as long as I cleaned up after myself. I moved in and everything seemed fine. Jim was very pleasant and easy to talk to. I felt very comfortable with him and our decision to move there. I watched a few lessons - he was very kind and patient. I helped Pancha feed the horses that evening and the next morning so that they could get used to their new routine and one of them going into the paddock. We talked the whole time (in what little Spanish I know) and she even was showing me pictures of her family. I brought my horses inside to ride and put one in the "preapproved stall". I gave him a flake of hay to munch on while he was waiting (it is explicitly stated on the website that grain AND HAY are included in board). While I was tacking up my other horse, Jim walked in and told me "you're expecting too much as pasture board horses and you need to leave". I tried to fumble through a question as to why and he simply stated that I expected to much and Pancha was not comfortable working around my horses. I said ok, I'll try to find another barn as soon as I can, but it may be next week sometime to which he replied "the sooner the better, you need to get out". I told him that I had given a flake of hay to my horse and offered to buy a bale (EVEN THOUGH HAY IS SUPPOSEDLY INCLUDED IN BOARD per the website) and Jim stated that I was stealing..... I immediately packed up my trailer and left after being there less than 24 hours. He went from being very friendly and easy to talk to, to INCREDIBLY rude and hurtful in a very short period of time. I think the real issue is that I was too much of a presence in the barn. I never saw any other boarder there, and in the boarders tack room, pretty much everything was covered in dust. He is obviously used to doing things his way and in his routine, and I was interrupting that. I also don't think he really wants to deal with pasture board horses. So, if you have a horse that you need stall board for and don't plan to ride often, this is the place for you. They will be well taken care of. I think if you just want lesson, this is also a great place to come. Otherwise, stay away.

Jim is a terrific teacher He is particularly patient and gentle in his criticism. The facilities…read moreare terrific, safe and convenient for those who live in Chapel Hill and Durham. Although Jim is best at teaching English but he was willing to take me on as an older adult who just wanted to refine his Western riding. Kind man with a good manner

Blue skies of maple view is the best barn in the WORLD! This stunning stable has changed my life…read moreforever in the best way possible! The horses are so gentle, well cared for, sweet and loving! Summer camp at Blue Skies is one of my favorite times of the year! The best way to describe it is a cowgirls heaven! Each day you get to ride horses, learn about horses, and draw horses, and then take a refreshing dip in the pool!!! I have been riding at Blue Skies for six years and every moment I have been smiling! Ms. Deborah is one of the kindest, most loving and patient people I have ever met! She is so passionate, caring and truly the heart of Blue Skies! This delightful barn has an amazing community, full of kind and loving people who share their appreciation and compassion for these amazing horses! When someone asks me if i could go anywhere in the world, my answer is always Blue Skies! If you are looking for a phenomenal, non-competitive, welcoming and unforgettable barn, than Blue Skies of Mapleview is your place!

I love this place! It feels like home to me with Deborah and those that I've met here. Everyone is…read moreso warm and welcoming. Deborah and Zoe really know what they are talking about, I've never been to a barn with so much respect for the horses and others and it's wonderful. I've learned so much here and found some a deeper respect and love for these beautiful horses.

If you're looking for a laid-back no drama facility to board your horse, relax on amazing trails or…read moretake lessons, then look no further than Hidden Spring Farm! Lighted arena with great footing, dressage ring, open field jumps and great trails. What more could you want?!? Full board to pasture board, they have you covered! You and your horse become part of the family. No matter your skill level they have you covered with lessons from beginner to advanced.

I board my horse Omega here - the barn is super convenient to Durham Academy. We love it because…read morethey are committed to make the barn a family focused community. Great place to be if your child is interested in hunter / jumpers or getting into riding.

The most amazing place to learn to ride!!!!! It has both English and Western riding!!! Words can't…read moredescribe how amazing the people who run this barn are!! This is the best barn my daughter has ever ridden at!!! If you are interested in learning to ride try out B-bar farms!!!!!!!!!

We had a wonderful impression of the horses, the location and the owners today. We went on a trail…read moreride with the owner and felt very safe & relaxed. We can't recommend B-Bar Farm & Tack Shop enough and wish them all the best for their future!!

Horse was there months. Recieved very little to no training, farrier work, ect. Constantly told me…read morethey took videos, and then told me they had nothing. Poor communication on every single end unless they wanted money. Only thing I got from thousands of dollars was a horse that bucked.

I was looking for a horse experience for my 11.5 year old granddaughter, found a recommendation for…read moreMontross on nextdoor.com, and took a chance. Just finished 4 introductory lessons with Laura, and I couldn't have imagined a better experience for my granddaughter. Wonderful champion instructor, and riding two wonderful champion horses (Chip and Bling)!

My daughter greatly enjoyed her lesson there recently. They had a beautiful set up as well as being…read moreknowledgeable and compassionate with their horses.

From the owner: New Beginnings Farm, centrally located between Raleigh and Greensboro offers horseback riding…read morelessons to horse lovers of all ages and levels and boarding dedicated to the care of aging and convalescent horses.