A friendly, clean stable with knowledgeable owners who care. No pressure from trainers to ride or…read morepurchase horses above skill level. We do appreciate the extra effort the owners put into making this a great space. We also appreciate being able to ride while lessons happening. The use of headsets is respectful and creates a safe quiet space for others to ride.

My grandson was enrolled in Gold Creek Equestrian Center for his first time, in private Horse…read moreRiding Lessons, he had the time of his life learning all about the horses, grooming them , how to manage them and of course riding them . He had 5 lessons and each one was with a different horse and instructors. Each one of the horses were very gentle and the instructors very good , Patty , the owner was very accommodating to my grandson's schedule. Lessons are over but the memories and love for horses will last him his life time. Thank you to the owner, instructors and of course the lovely and gentle horses they had for him . I highly recommend the center Cecilia G. Seattle

My teenage daughter and I both ride at Brackenhollow and absolutely love the community there. We…read moretransitioned from another barn where we felt the 'horse management' side of things was missing. At Brackenhollow, we've found exactly what we were looking for: real experiences with horsemanship and people who are happy to share their knowledge. A major highlight for my daughter is the Brackenhollow Pony Club, which offers an incredible extra curriculum. It covers everything from unmounted horse care and bandaging to rally prep, providing the deep technical knowledge that is so hard to find elsewhere. Not only have our riding skills improved under the guidance of incredibly kind and knowledgeable instructors, but we've also deepened our hands-on experience by working at the barn. The best part is that you get out what you put in - whether you want to be deeply involved in the 'gross and glorious' side of horse care or just enjoy your weekly ride, there's a place for you. You can be as involved as you want to be. The instructors are amazing, the students are supportive, and it is completely down-to-earth rather than overly competitive while also offering competition experience if desired (my daughter just started showing in jumper events last summer). We are so happy we found our home here!

Riding at Brackenhollow is a like a mini-vacation which clears my mind of all my cares every time I…read moream there. Really! Joanna and Duschka have had an immense amount of training from international experts and have impressive competition experience but are not pretentious. They give lessons to everyone from beginners to advanced competitors. They own a variety of horses of different sizes, colors, and breeds covering every level. Riders can also bring their own horse in for lessons. Before and after lessons, riders are taught how to groom, tack up and untack, and check their horse. Joanna and Duschka teach dressage, jumping, cross-country and eventing skills including training for competition and pony club ratings. I have been riding and taking lessons for over 10 years with Joanna and Duschka. I started as an adult having never really ridden as a kid and being a bit scared of horses. Starting with private lunge lessons I learned to balance properly enough to ride in group lessons. Soon I ended up taking riding twice a week and attended weeklong adult summer camp. Now I lease a horse at a neighboring barn and have weekly lessons at Brackenhollow. Lessons are not cheap but are great exercise that is well worth the money and much cheaper than having your own horse. I have seen many riders at Brackenhollow go from being timid or shy to become confident riders or competitors able to manage their horses even in difficult situations. Brackenhollow may not appear to be a fancy barn like others in the area but is a gem of a find near the Emerald City!

My wife and I have had our horse here for a few months and could not be happier. The atmosphere is…read moregreat. Everyone pitches in to make sure the barn and arena stay clean and ready for the next person to use. The trainer and barn manager both deeply care about the horses and their well being (even going so far as to give up their holiday to make sure the horses were doing ok with all the fireworks). Well organized and on top of schedules and communication. Would recommend to anyone looking for a hunter/jumper home for their horse.

I moved my daughter to this center after the promise of good communication, plenty of riding…read moreopportunities, and what sounded like a structured learning methodology so that my daughter could continue improving her skills. Unfortunately, I experienced cancellations that would actually occur just minutes ( like 23 minutes ) prior to the lesson time due to things like mud from rain, and other reasons that I wouldn't receive until getting to the center as I was already en route. My daughter spent very little time on the horse in all. The disorganization was blatantly obvious and very frustrating. Their muddy dogs jump into your car as soon as you open the door so watch out if that would bother you. The faculty is very unwelcoming. I do NOT recommend this place. Go anywhere else that would appreciate your business.

My 3 granddaughters love going here for lessons. Cat, Athena, Martti, and all the other helpers…read morehave been so wonderful. The horses are beautiful and so gentle. It's so nice to have boots and helmets available to use, also, if needed. I especially like that Cat has worked with our schedules. I've been looking for a place that is friendly to those who are not horse owners and experts on everything about horses. This place is great. Down to earth, safe and so much fun! Thank you so much for everything you do to make my granddaughters love their lessons!

I love this place! A wonderful environment to be a part of. My daughter took lessons here for…read moreyears. Looking back, Sheryl (God Bless) was like a Aunt to my daughter. She taught her to ride, along with the responsibilities of having a horse, barn duties and above all safety! My daughter has met lifetime friends that she stays in touch with to this day! There isn't enough star's on Yelp!

Really good, friendly and patient trainers in an informal, no-drama, barn. My wife and I have been…read moregoing there every week for nearly 20 years now, and we see a lot of loyal, happy students and boarders (some who started as young kids). We love it there.

Topline is a wonderful and worry-free boarding facility. The owners, trainers and staff are all…read morevery friendly, plus super skilled and knowledgeable. Full-care here really means full care! From turnout to supplements, and property upkeep to customer service, Topline is 10 out of 10 for attention to detail and a laser eye on safety. Every horse here is seen and treated as an individual and part of the big barn family, and the community of boarders here is just delightful. I wish there were 10 stars on Yelp!

I can only rave about the top quality care my 3 horses have received at Topline for 2 years. Andre…read moreprovides a safe and predictable environment for both people and horses. I have never once worried about the health and happiness of my herd. All 3 arrived at Topline underweight and in months their condition improved and muscling was put back on. I've had some bad barn experiences with sketchy care so knowing my horses are in good hands when I'm not there is worth gold.

Tina makes rosecrest keep 5 stars! Always busy and helpful. She is a true professional and other…read morehorse trainers should take her noble advice.

I have to be very impressed to write a review. My daughters (ages 6 & 8) had their first riding…read morelessons this weekend with Tina Wolfe. We have gone on many trail rides, pony rides and even leased a horse for a year at a facility near Lake Stevens. Tina Wolfe has, by far, the best program to fit our needs. Tina is kind, patient and professional. Her lessons are either private or semiprivate and very affordable in comparison to other programs. The horses are well cared for, responsive, gentle and beautiful. The facility she is teaches at is quite, large, and DRY! Here is their web address www.rosecrestfarm.com The arena is large and covered and she welcomes you to sit and watch from seats at the end of the arena. The lessons are 30 minutes and includes a small trail ride at the end. Another wonderful bonus, she teaches cart driving to the lesson kids! I won't hesitate to give her as a reference to our friends looking for lessons.

My kids have been in the program since 2020. They're there about twice a week, almost every day off…read morefrom school, and most weeks during summer. This farm camp is so much more than just riding lessons. Kids spend hours learning real horsemanship--caring for the horses, doing groundwork, and understanding what it takes to run a farm. Lisa teaches them everything from horse anatomy and health to tack, equipment, and riding etiquette. They also help take care of the farm's chickens and ducks--looking after broody hens, meeting the chicks when they hatch, and collecting eggs from "their" birds. This program isn't for everyone. If you're looking for a once-a-week class where your child simply shows up, hops on a horse, rides for an hour, and goes home, this isn't that kind of program. It's more of an animal farm lifestyle camp, where kids are given real responsibilities and the freedom to learn through experience. Not all kids may do well with the independence and lack of constant parental supervision, but for those who enjoy hands-on learning and being part of a group it's an incredible opportunity. Do I pay so my kids can clean the horse stall? Yep! And it's worth every penny. Because work ethic, responsibility, and respect for animals (and others) are lessons that go far beyond the barn. But most importantly, my kids (even the teenager) can be just kids at the farm. With all the deadlines and pressure at school and organized sports, the farm is just "simple". Also, where else my kids can witness a tiny bird hatch right in front of them (sometimes on the palm of their hand!) and build a real connection with animals much bigger than themselves through patience, care, and trust.

Lisa's program at Halo Hills has been a transformative addition to our daughter's life…read more Every day our 12-year-old spends at the farm is is a good day. The comprehensive experience of learning to care for and ride horses, combined with the various responsibilities of farm management, has fostered remarkable growth in her character. We've watched her develop greater independence, reliability, work ethic, and both physical and mental resilience, and we couldn't be more proud of who she is becoming. What began as horseback riding lessons has evolved into a formational experience that I now believe every child would benefit from. Lisa has transcended the role of instructor to become a true mentor and significantly positive influence in our daughter's life. Her guidance has helped our daughter flourish in ways that extend far beyond the barn. We feel fortunate to have Halo Hills in our community and wholeheartedly recommend it to parents looking to either introduce their children to horseback riding or to provide them with an environment that naturally builds the confidence, resilience, and life skills that will serve them well in all future endeavors.