I'm an experienced rider, have been riding and leasing horses since I was a kid, have worked in…read morebarns, have been a certified therapeutic riding instructor, and would not recommend this place because they don't conform to basic safety and horsemanship practices. I won't list all of them - just some highlights. My friend, who is not experienced, wanted to do this trail ride for our birthdays and we thought it would be fun. I've been on trail rides all over the world and know what to expect, and have never pulled out of a ride because I didn't feel safe until this place. I was the first person to be mounted and when the horse came out, I could see that the saddle was improperly placed too far back. I didn't say anything because it's not my place, but when I mounted, the girth was clearly too loose as the saddle started to slip. I told them that the girth was too loose and also that the saddle seemed to far back so Janet said let's reset the saddle and asked me how I would do it! She didn't seem to know the proper placement or how tight to make the girth because apparently this happened before. She then told me to walk down the lawn and let the horse graze while I waited for the rest of the group. It's not a safe practice to let horses graze while mounted, especially with beginners, but apparently that's what they do regularly. When the group was ready to leave, Janet started off on her horse and just about 30 yards from the barn, before even getting to the trail, the horse tripped and fell all the way down to the ground!! Janet fell off of course, and the horse walked off. If I had any doubt that all the red flags I'd clocked were right, this confirmed it. She was shaken up but ok, but didn't go on the ride, I don't know what was up with the horse but if a horse falls down just walking across a lawn, that raises questions about soundness and safety that are serious.

Beautiful place to ride! I love the fact that the owner has saved these horses. I highly recommend…read moreBBR!

My daughter has been going here for years and since under new ownership it's the best it's ever…read morebeen! Horses seem happy and are well taken care of. Trainers are friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend this barn for boarding your horse or taking riding lessons.

Great riding center. They have jump training, basic to advanced and most important great horses!…read more I have always been a lover of riding and horses and for a local center they have great trails and a great amount of area. They are clean and take very well of their horses! I also love walking the trails in the park behind it. They are flat so it's great for practice and training which is important for beginners and kids. It's also nice to just go and visit the horses just don't touch or feed them! The staff is trained well and very kind. They make you feel like you have been riding forever :) Check it out just to even visit the horses and the park behind it!

Been riding here for a few years now. Laura is terrific…read moreinstructor I came as a true beginner and have advanced to intermediate level. You get the true horse owner experience including getting your horse brushing and tacking before riding. Laura has become a friend as well as great instructor. Horses are safe and well cared for. I come to the barn to leave the pressure of the week behind and enjoy my love now riding horses whether in the ring at barn or trail riding at local park I can't tell you how much I look forward to riding at Victory Farms trust me you will to. Mark Needham

This place is not only my home away from home, it is one of my favorite places to be. We not only…read moreboard our horse there, we ride and take lessons. My daughter and I have learned so much about horsemanship, the lifestyle and culture of barn life. The trainers are excellent and it is amazing how fast the staff and other riders have come to feel like family to us. If you are looking to really learn about horses, develop as a strong rider and grow, this is 100% the best place around.

This place is horrible! I brought my two daughters, and this was their first time on a horse. I…read morehad a horse when I was a child. Also i rode a Race Horse, that my sister bought, and brought it out to a nice area, close to home. I've been to many Dude Ranches- where my father was allowed to take us children out with him. He taught us to ride. I've galloped many times on a horse, in open land. I didn't need some unknowledgeable woman, telling me what to do. And only addressing myself and my daughter's, on how to ride. I spoke up, and said look around no one is riding perfectly. She then stopped talking. I have told all my family and friends not to go there. The horses seem exhausted, and there stables are filthy. These poor horses need new owners. They should be closed down, as soon as possible. And I will keep telling people stay away from these dirty, rude, ignorant people.

Parkview Riding Center was excellent! My family was visiting and we die died to book a spur of the…read moremoment hour trail ride. Diana was our guide and she was super informative and taught us about each of our horses personalities (Tarzan, Pat and Dudley) the trails were comfortable to ride and it was a great experience for all levels (beginner to advanced). I would love to do this again, perhaps in the early spring or fall when it's a little cooler and can do a longer ride. I highly recommend! Everyone here was great (:

Love it here! Very peaceful and my horse and I are very happy! Great school horses and trainers…read more The staff are all so wonderful and caring. Wonderful place to board your horse !

I love riding at Knoll. They have wonderful teachers and lesson horses for all ages and levels…read more Knoll has three huge outdoor rings with great footing and jumps. Plus an indoor! I happen to lease but boarding is also an option. They take great care of their horses and property. Clean, organized and well maintained. Plus right across the street from the Brentwood train station! We have a great community feel with barn parties and events. I highly recommend Knoll Farm!

They are so friendly here . my son loves it here. And I'm very grateful for places like this. It…read moremakes my sons day when he gets to go there

I finished a hike today at West Hills and sat down to watch the birds, I saw a worker or volunteer…read moretake a white horse out of the stable. The horse was being very patient and obedient just standing there and the woman (with long blonde hair in a braid) seemed to be taking out her bad mood out on the horse. She yelled with a nasty tone saying "back up!" God forbid the horse wasn't standing in the exact spot an an inch from where she then| moved it to. My family had horses, I know how you're supposed to talk to them. Hurt my heart hearing the way she spoke to this horse. This horse was not being difficult in any way. It is a privilege and an honor to be able to work with horses. I did not get the impression this person understands that. Even if you are having a bad day, you never take it out on an animal. Maybe i'm overly sensitive when it comes to all animals, especially dogs and horses but this is just the feeling I got when I witnessed this today. I hope that this is not an every day occurrence with the horses in their care.

I started riding with Sally as an adult after taking a break for a few years after college. While I…read morehave since moved and am no longer able to ride on a weekly basis, I still find her lessons incredibly effective for the times that I am able to make it to the barn. She knows what makes each individual horse and rider tick, which enables her to bring out the best in both of them. I especially love her knowledge in dressage and emphasis on flat work. With Sally, I understand the "why" behind her instruction. I wish I found her years earlier!

I have ridden with a lot of different instructors over my 20+ years of riding, and Sally is without…read morea doubt one of the best. She has a sixth sense when it comes to what each horse and rider needs in the moment and tailors the lesson accordingly. Her extensive dressage background ensures that her students are equipped with a solid foundation in flatwork that translates beautifully over fences. In 5 months of consistent lessons, Sally completely boosted my confidence and got me back to jumping small courses after a long break. Sadly I'm not able to ride very often these days, but whenever I do get a chance to take a lesson with Sally, she is always able to meet me wherever I am that day and I walk away feeling accomplished. She has taught me not just how to ride, but how to truly connect with a horse in a way I never have before. Sally also has a lot of experience training horses, particularly thoroughbreds. I highly recommend her for all of your riding and training needs.

We rode the trail with Leah and it was a really fun, beautiful and laidback experience! Strawberry…read more& Chocolate were very sweet and gentle horses, and it was a great way to see the trail from a higher vantage point. Would def recommend and hopefully come back with friends and fam. I can definitely see this being a different experience with each season!

Such an amazing experience! Beautiful barn, land and most of all horses!! My guide was Dylan and…read morehe was very friendly, patient and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommended this stable to anyone and everyone regardless of your riding experience.

Can't wait for this place to close permanently the constant lies they tell everyone…read more 1. What happened to the horses oh they went to another barn or retirement. ( reality the horse died or was sent to auction. ) 2 oh the child's just not ready to advance. (You don't spend enough here.) 3.

Once upon a time ago I was a little horse crazy girl with a big dream and a very understanding…read moremother. The Thomas School was our outlet and answer and I began being taught there by their instructors. This was nearly 20 years ago... Actually... It'll be 20 years ago on September 29th. Since then I've grown up and continued riding horses, but the foundation I received at this school has made me the horse woman I am today. I've competed and won at several breed association world shows in a variety of disciplines and I fully credit this riding school and their fundamentals. It's INCREDIBLE that this riding school has spanned the ages and lord knows they'll continue on. It's a shame they're not in Arizona or my kids would be reaping the benefits of their program.

I took a trial lesson here, but my sister rides here, so I still come frequently to visit. All of…read morethe horses are taken care of very well, and the people working here are all friendly. I wish I could submit a picture of Fangio after they let me groom him.

I love CHF. It's one of my favorite places to be, I enjoy seeing all the ponies and riding some. I…read morestarted on CC, and she helped teach me what I know with her being patient with me. The staff is great, I really miss CHF. Here, you feel like you have potential and that feels great. I used to be a really slow learner in horseback riding and I thought I wouldn't and probably would never be a good rider, but then my mom found CHF and i've been moving up in my riding career since. I love the hidden farm, I'd go there over anywhere on Earth any day. I would honestly suggest choosing this barn when learning to ride, all the other barns are not as good for beginners as Chester Hill Farm is.