Wonderful facilities and excellent instruction, very close to Oakland and freeways but backing up…read moreonto magnificent trails

Great horses. Great lesson program. I commute from SF & it's worth every minute on the bridge.read more

This place is magical, it's the perfect barn for any discipline and or any type of rider. You walk…read morein and instantly get hit with a different micro climate which is usually beautiful. The views and trails are amazing and horses well taken care of. If you decide to take lessons here, they are not pushy on you showing or buying a horse that's 100k. You don't have to be in a training program to board your horse here. Anthony and Vijoa are very sweet and tolerant of boarders, students and staff. Past reviews were from some not so nice people, and also people who didnt care about horses

Anthony Chabot stables has excellent instruction for any one at any level. Horses stabled there…read morewere happy and healthy. A well run barn! Kudos! MJ

Jerry is an amazing instructor. I have been taking English lessons for the past few months and have…read morereally felt immersed in the lifestyle. My weekly lesson is something I really look forward to. As an instructor, he is patient, professional and friendly. His love for horses and passion is evident and has sparked my interest in my new favorite hobby. Not only is it so nice and calming to be outside, it's fantastic exercise. You don't realize how many muscles are used to keep balanced. If anyone is looking to learn how to ride English, Western or just spend time with horses I highly recommend QUEST equestrian.

I was visiting Oakland and Jerry kindly put me into his schedule for Sunday and just today. I am…read morean adult adv beginner rider. He said he loves adults. He quickly was able to figure out spots to work on, and we drilled, especially riding with my seat. His apprentices was friendly and very knowledgeable. Can't wait to come back and ride again! Beautiful barn and well cared for horses. Only thing don't take Uber. Uber's GPS is not able to locate the facility. The facility is located off a main road Skyline Blvd and very easy to get to.

We had family friends visiting and wanted to give them a unique experience. It was hard to find a…read morehorseback riding company that would respond back or have a phone number to reach them. I texted EquiFabula and Beany responded right back. She was very nice and accommodating for our request of a private horseback riding lesson. The lesson was for our family friend that is a 10 year old girl who had never been on a horse before. Beany asked her height and weight and experience and let me know she had the perfect horse. We arranged a time and date. Before our appointment Beany confirmed and sent us some paperwork and waivers to sign. This was great so that we could spend more time with the animals when we arrived. When we arrived, we were greeted by a beautiful property nestled in the Castro valley hills. The property is big and well kept. Beany let us through the gate and we parked by the stables. Beany asked if we would like to see some of the animals on the property. We had a wonderful time meeting 2 week old bunnies, chickens, a baby possum, chinchilla, and guinea pigs. It was a wonderful surprise that we didn't expect. After we finished seeing the various animals for half an hour we met Mona the unicorn! Our family friend learned how to brush Mona and take care of her. She was then fitted with riding gear and started her lesson. Beany walked with them the entire way and was a wonderful teacher. She learned how to trot with the horse, steer, and all about the basics of riding a horse. This experience couldn't have been better and Beany was a 5 star teacher. You can tell she loves what she does, has an immense passion for animals, and is very good with kids. She is able to ignite a passion for horses within kids and it's a sight to behold. We would definitely go back!

I've been consistently impressed by Beany's knowledge of horsemanship and the thoughtful…read moreinstruction she gives to students. I highly recommend her for anyone wanting to grow as a horse-person.

Never respond to my emails. Say they will book an introduction horseback riding session then go…read moreghost lol. I've been so patient and been going back and forth for years as this is near home

I started riding lessons at Kenilworth in June 2023, and have had a great experience learning here…read more I had no prior equestrian lesson experience (beyond some ambiguous basics from horseback excursions on some vacations years ago), so I had to learn all of the basics of tack care, horse care, as well as learning to ride! I started with Nia as my intro/private trainer, riding once a week until I and the trainers had availability for me to start riding twice a week. Now I ride with both Nia and Clara each week (1x lesson per trainer), and I feel like I've recently made a breakthrough in my progress given the combination of more frequent riding lessons and input from both of my trainers. Both are firm but understanding, and encouraging even when I'm being hard on myself. I really enjoy riding with both of my trainers as they each have had unique equestrian journeys, and their experiences help me learn and improve in different ways. The lesson horses are also all lovely and well care for. I love that they have personalities, and you get to know each horse as you ride and work with them. I do have a favorite horse to have my lessons on, and that would be Ellie, but really every horse is a good teacher and really forces us as riders to learn how to work with their unique personalities. The trainers and the program are also very understanding and flexible, so getting makeup lessons for holidays, absences, etc. is fairly easy. (The "system" itself is not a sophisticated one and recently changed, but it's working smoothly now after the initial kinks got worked out)

Highly recommend taking lessons here with Kate Stearns. I just started riding again after decades…read moreoff and Kate and Lance have been the best! Everyone is friendly and helpful. Kate is a great teacher and Lance is a very patient horse! Always look forward to my weekly horse time!

I have been boarding here for 4 years now. The barn community is drama free, kind, and a true…read morecommunity. The barn managers are amazing and the only people to get me to leave my sick horse, with a promise to watch him over night. The next morning I woke to a text detailing his changes overnight (and comparison photos!) and a recommendation to call the vet.

There are literally not enough stars to give Sonoma Valley Trail Rides. This was one of the most…read moreincredible experiences, and I could not have asked for a better way to celebrate my 35th birthday. You can tell immediately how incredibly loved and well cared for these horses are. They are beautifully groomed, healthy, and clearly enjoy being around Travis, Tish, and Michelle. My wife and I rode through the vineyard on Benny and Sky, and from the very beginning, everyone made us feel so welcomed and comfortable. I hadn't been on a horse since I was about 7 years old, so I was definitely nervous at first. Michelle was incredible getting me set up on Benny, showing me how to work with him, and making sure I felt comfortable before we even started the ride. By the time we got going, I felt completely at ease. Travis and Tish rode with us and chatted with us the entire way. They taught us all about the property, its sustainability, and, of course, the horses. I was a little uncomfortable with my positioning on Benny at first, and Tish talked me through how to adjust my feet, legs, and body for Western riding. It made such a difference, and I was completely comfortable for the rest of the ride. The vineyard itself is absolutely beautiful, and seeing it from horseback gives you an entirely different perspective. Being just a little higher up made the views even more incredible. The group was small, which made the whole experience feel personal, and they checked in with us throughout the entire ride. They also took SO many incredible photos and videos of us along the way--something I feel like other companies would charge hundreds of dollars extra for--and it made the experience even more special because we have all of those memories to keep. I genuinely cannot articulate how amazing this experience was. It was the highlight of my birthday and something I will remember forever. If you're considering horseback riding in Napa or Sonoma Valley, do not even consider going anywhere else. Book with Sonoma Valley Trail Rides. You will not regret it!

Amazing ride and the guides were wonderful! Our ride was an absolutely beautiful one hour through a…read morewinery. The guides were very knowledgeable and friendly. The horses were also very well taken care of which is extremely important to me! If I am ever in the Sonoma area again I will 100% be back and I hope that I am just to spend more time in this beautiful vineyard with the lovely horses. Thank you so much for an amazing afternoon

Absolutely recommend Napa Valley Trail rides. My friends and I had such an amazing experience. The…read morestaff is so welcoming and patient. Our guides gave us all the basics to ride our horse and also provided lots of fun facts on the property. I was there for a bachelorette trip and our guides brought out Luna to take pictures with, which I thought was so sweet. I will definitely be coming back in the future! Thank you so much for a welcoming experience!

Katie and Kiera were awesome! Beautiful experience and lovely setting. Highly recommendread more

Affordable horseback riding day camp in the Oakland hills! Oakland Parks and Recreation…read moreDepartment, in partnership with In the Winner's Circle Horsemanship , offer weeklong half-day sessions (choose morning or afternoon) at beautiful City Stables., Through August 19. Ages 6 - 17. $250 per session. Sign up in person at Montclair Recreation Center. For information, contact Mark Zinns at 482-7812.

The RDLA facility has many attractive features for a multitude of riders. I arrived in 2019 seeking…read moreout local boarding with trail access, turnouts, and a variety of arenas. I really enjoy being able to tack up and head out on the trails but sometimes I just want to ride around on the property. My horse loves the grass turnouts and the nice wide private trails. We can ride up the hills to connect to the EBMUD trails with beautiful views. It is a great place for any discipline with lots of amenities.

My husband and I have boarded our horses at RDLA for the past 3 1/2 years. We felt right at home…read moreand welcomed by everyone as soon as we moved in. We love that we don't need to load our horses and trailer out to be able to ride the trails which is what we love. Multiple trails are available where you can literally saddle up and ride out. RDLA has four round pens, one of which is covered. We have a huge covered, lighted arena, as well as a separate jumping arena (which even us non-jumpers use) and a dressage arena. I love knowing that even when I am out of town someone always has an eye on my horses and there are trainers available to exercise or turn out your horse when you aren't able to do so. RDLA has been wonderful to us and we love being a part of the RDLA family.