I've been in training with Rob for over 4 months now and I couldn't be happier with my horse's…read moreprogress! I first reached out to Rob because I really needed some help with some behavioral issues relating to patience and anxiety. When Rob came out to meet me and my horse for the initial consult he was able to pick up on the exact things I was looking to fix within the first 5 minutes without me telling him! He is incredibly perceptive and has such a calm presence and energy around horses that only comes with over 30 years experience. He truly knows and UNDERSTANDS horses. Rob helped me realize that my horse could use a lot more groundwork and foundational work before we worked on issues under saddle. Even though I've had my horse for over 3 years, I am still a first time horse owner so I know I still have a ton to learn. For example, I really wanted Rob to teach me what groundwork is and how to do it on my own. I found out there's a lot of things I let my horse get away with that were actually causing him more anxiety! I play polo and Rob even came out to watch me play polo to see how I interact with my horse on the field! Now with every lesson Rob is able to tie everything we are doing back to how that will benefit us on the polo field. Rob is such a kind, patient instructor that I feel like I've grown so much as a horse owner and as a rider. I look forward to my lessons every week and I am so fortunate to have found Rob as a trainer!

Rob and Rachel took excellent care of my four year old Arabian gelding who was there for 2 months…read moreof training. Rob put a solid foundation on him and I so appreciate all their attention to his needs (and my quirks as well!). Nice folks with a calm, reassuring, effective approach to horses and people. Highly recommend

Really nice people and fabulous school horses. In over 50 years of riding I've never been to a barn…read morewith this high quality of school horses. Really a great opportunity and surprisingly reasonable prices. Also excellent high end tack and facilities. If you are getting back into riding (Hunter, Jumper, Dressage) and want to ride great horses definitely go there. Owner Megan is a world class competitive rider so you'll get top training.

Absolutely the best pony/ horse lessons ever!…read more First visit is $100 for an evaluation on your experience if any. Then $75 a lesson (2023) My granddaughter started off from scratch and learned her pony and how to prep for riding. All INSIDE OUT IF WEATHER TOO We just brought our garden boots and they provide everything else One more thing... They are so patient and kind. Very impressed! I know there are cheaper ones but you get what you pay for.

I leased a horse who was boarded here for a few months. The barn owner, Sarah is amazing. She's a…read morelovely person to be around as well as an incredible horsewoman. The horses have turnout (which can be hard to find in Oregon!) and quality care here. The indoor and outdoor arenas have great footing. The new outdoor arena is simply gorgeous! Gorgeous views and jumps for horses. Sarah has a show program and a lesson program to get involved in. I recommend this barn 100%! It is difficult to find quality barn owners that are this passionate and caring for horses and clients alike.

There aren't enough positive words in the English language to praise Eric and his barn. The first…read moretime I walked into the barn, it felt like "home". Eric is the trainer and what an awesome one at that! He is kind, funny, encouraging and SO knowledgeable! He doesn't make your head spin with technical jargon. Everything is broken down so even the most nervous inexperienced rider would be able to understand what he is trying to convey in a lesson. From children to advanced adults, all you see are happy faces when people are in the arena with Eric. Myself included! I've had many a lesson with a handful of trainers. Eric is by far one of the easiest to relate to. Down to earth comes to mind. The facilities are wonderful. The patrons I have met all seem welcoming and pleasant. The lesson horses are great too! I am looking forward to continuing my riding education at the Chase. My next lesson can't come soon enough!

I found The Chase online after doing research for riding lessons. I have had 3 lessons with Eric…read moreand I've enjoyed them all! Eric is friendly, has extensive knowledge, and is hands on. The barn is clean and large. The horses are friendly and always put a smile on my face. I am looking forward to my lessons twice a week. Safe to say I've fallen in love with riding thanks to The Chase! Very excited for my future lessons and would highly recommend them. Oh and there's a really sweet and adorable Black Labrador, Can't forget her!

I had my first experience and intake with Kimberlee and Shannon and Jewel the horse. It was great…read more Jewel was in a pasture/barn she hasn't been in before so she was a little distracted by the new dry grass to eat but it's ok. I get it and it's not Jewels fault and it was the intake session. I still got to interact with her and Kimberlee and Shannon were fantastic. I already have a psychologist I see monthly since my TBI, but this is different with the horses and a new therapist and I don't mind adding tools to my toolbox to help me be my beat self and I grew up around horse and had one as a kid so this is great for me! I appreciate Kimberlee and Shannon's experience and I loved learning that Shannon get me as she too is a TBI survivor so that felt good and right, made Forward Stride feel like that much better of an experience. One session down and can't wait for many more!

Forward Stride's first principle is safety, for their riders and horses…read more In addition, the instructors are PATH certified and compassionate and fun. The facility is clean and all the horses look healthy and happy. A+

Nancy white is an incredible horse whisperer, instructor, trainer, very knowledgeable and patient…read more She has been doing this for 30+ years and hosts the Canterbury faire, for its 7 year anniversary this July 18&19, 25&26th 2015. Whitewind farms offers lessons, training, sales& boarding, specializing in hunters, jumpers and equitation. Her stables are clean, easy to find, and her horses well cared for. She can multitask very well, and is clear and thorough in her training. Email is: whitewindF@gmail.com

Nancy White was absolutely unprofessional. She was not prepared for giving a lesson. She…read morediscriminated us against our religion. She put down the facility that my daughter goes to for lessons. My daughter witnessed White hit the horse in the face with the reins repeatedly. She was very rude in talking AT my daughter. When White would ask my daughter questions White would roll her eyes at my daughter's answers. When my daughter was crying on the horse, White tried to tell me how to parent. My daughter, who loves horses and received the lesson as a gift cried historically once in the car. I would not recommend White Wind to anyone.

Quiet Rein was recommended to me, after taking a few years off from riding. I have been with them…read more3 years now. Both Jill and Robin have been instrumental in improving my riding. My lessons are encouraging, supportive and help me set goals. Jill helped me find my current horse and I can't say enough about how she choose an equine partner that fits me so well. Quiet Rein and its dedicated, professional trainers, is a wonderful place to ride and learn.

Quiet Rein/Jill is AMAZING! My daughter started riding close to 2 years ago and then I started…read moreabout a year ago. We tried another location and I was as very disappointed in the professional manner that we experienced. Absolute opposite here. Professional and safety first! We love being at this school and Bakers Ferry Equine. Thank you!

I initially felt optimistic about enrolling my child in lessons at French Hill. After sharing that…read moreI had a beginner rider and a little bit about my child, I was told they had the availability to enroll in group lessons and the next step was to schedule an evaluation at which time we would discuss goals and schedule preferences. I should note that my daughter has done very well in previous horseback lessons and trail rides. When we arrived for the evaluation, instructor Chloe's intentions seemed to shift when she realized my child had a physical disability that causes her to walk differently although she still does so independently and is very capable. During the 20 mins that my daughter was given on the horse, Chloe asked only basic instruction which my child followed. We were then charged $110 for this brief session. After I made the payment, Chloe returned to her desk work without saying a word. When I inquired about next steps, I was rather callously told that our child wasn't ready for group lessons. When I asked for the reasoning, I was told that we could do private lessons. When I asked for more information on privates, Chloe said she would get back to me and had a "don't call us, we'll call you" tone. Chloe then emailed me to say they would not be able to offer private lessons to a beginner. I responded asking for further explanation which French Hill has not responded to. One in four people will encounter some form of disability in their lifetime, whether as a condition they are born with, due to injury, age, or some other issue. This is the reality we all face. I hope that the instructors and owners of French Hill will come to understand the impact of their words and actions if this becomes their reality. Recognizing a person's abilities and potential (especially when it is a child) rather than focusing on perceived differences is so important as is fostering inclusion, dignity and respect for everyone regardless of how they navigate the world.

My duaghter rode at French Hill Farm for 5 years and moved from a begininner to an advanced rider…read morein that time. She took lessons from Leighanne, Ashlie and Trish and she learned great things from each one. Lessons focused on what the kids need to work on and they provide strong foundational training. They are alll extremely safety focused, which is an important aspect of what they do. My daughter is a strong rider today because of her time at French Hill, and she loved the time she spent there.