My daughter (newly 3 years old) just had her first lesson with MKO and It went amazing! The gals…read morewho taught the lesson were so kind and patient. The horse was completely bombproof and so sweet. My daughter can't wait to go back.

Such a great place to start riding horses! My daughter Indie started at a very young age (2.5 years…read moreold) and Konrad has done such an amazing job teaching her. She looks forward to her lesson every week and knows all the horses names. Best decision ever!

Bridges Equestrian is such an amazing barn! My 10 year old twin daughters have been riding at…read moreBridges for 4 months and have learned so much! Their confidence has grown a ton! We have tried several other barns and I have to say, Bridges has exceeded all of our expectations! Hannah has been their trainer and she is incredible! She is so patient and teaches them the correct way to ride all in a positive way! Ruthanna, Kendra, Sasha, Shayla, Abbie and everyone else at Bridges are the best! Everyone helps everyone out! My girls and I LOVE all the horses and ponies! They are all very well cared for and know how to take care of their riders! You can tell how much Ruthanna and Kendra love their horses! Another added bonus about Bridges, is they offer IEA and Pony Club!! We truly feel so lucky to have found such a great barn!

I had a lesson here a few months ago & I still think about what a joke it was. I'd say im a pretty…read moreexperienced rider with many miles from all types of shows & different horses, I just quit riding about 9 years ago so it had been a while. I wanted to find a good center close to my job to pick back up where I left to compete & possibly purchase a horse. I arrived about 20 minutes early (I wasn't expecting to be seen or anything early) & there was only one girl there who was honestly very rude and obviously hated that I bothered her when I just asked her to confirm that I was in the right place. Sometime later, a lady came to sit next to me and sat with me until a minute after my scheduled time, got up and asked me if I was taking a lesson.... This was the instructor... she was sitting next to me the whole time not even acknowledging my existence. However, I shrugged this off- my problem was the actual lesson. Despite how early I got there, I still was deemed just 20 minutes of riding time ... when I use to take lessons, the lesson horses were always tacked up beforehand thus giving the rider adequate amount time. However I understand that the grooms are busy- so it was fine. But what didn't make sense was how to instructor I rode with took her time giving me a tour, showing me everything, going back & forth from the horse's stall to the tack room and everything in between *just wasting time*. Luckily I know how to brush & tack up so it was quick as possible but I can only imagine how long it would take for an inexperienced person to do so because even doing all of this for me it took a while What absolutely pissed me off was that I didn't get to jump and was NOT told this prior. If I was told- I would not have wasted my time coming at all. I had a fine flat lesson; me not riding for so long had no effect on my muscle memory and did not get any type of coaching from the instructor (which was fine, I'm at the level where I don't need an instructor to remind me to keep my heels down or shoulders back) & instead was complimented. At the end of my flatting, she tells me "you need a safety vest to jump or own your own horse" ... what??!!!? Why did nobody tell me this??? I didn't expect to jump high or do a full course- but I got absolutely nothing. When scheduling, I explained that I had experience- you would think at some point I would be told "by the way you can only jump if you own a horse" or even something like "this will only be a flat lesson". Apparently, it's an insurance liability if riders jump without a vest... I'm not a minor & signed documents understanding that sitting on a horse in general is a liability but okay god forbid there's no safety vest. I was seriously let down and i dont know how they expect riders here to move up. Safe to say I won't get back into competing or purchasing a horse with this center

Dana Smith's show barn is top notch. She's an incredible trainer for beginners through advanced…read moreriders, with amazing lesson horses and fun, highly effective lessons. The program is professional, supportive, and the jumping experience is fantastic. Highly recommend!

Dana Smith Show Team is home to some of the most personable horses. They seem to find the biggest…read morepersonalities that are a joy to see every time I drop by. Dana is an inspiration to female business owners and carries herself with a fabulous professionalism that you can feel a mile away. One of her trainers at the barn, Katie, is so good at teaching beginners. She is kind and patient, she explains things in a way that feels tailored to you. She's good at meeting you where you're at, and progressively pushing you to keep growing. I've loved every lesson with this company!

Sigourney is very sweet and so patient (both with her horses and the kids). She is a good teacher,…read moreexplains things in a easy to understand manner, encourages and gives praise, when due.

My two daughters have been riding with Cypress Bay Farm for 8 years-- first with Alyson, and as…read morethey got older with Sigourney. I cannot emphasize enough the positive impact Alyson and Sigouney-- and the community of riding students at CBF-- has had on my girls. Basic equestrian instruction, horse care/respect/facts & trivia (they incorporate fun games with this element), and riding etiquette are the foundation of my daughters' instruction at Cypress Bay Farms. However, the positive impact Alyson and Sigourney have had on my daughters' growth and character surpasses what I could have imagined any extra-curricular activity to have. Currently, my girls are active and passionate in competitive showing. Their love and dedication to excelling in riding is balanced by the positive support and community exchanged with their friends/students and trainers at Cypress Bay Farms. I highly recommend Cypress Bay Farm to anyone. I believe it's one of Orange County's "best kept secrets"...

We've had such a wonderful experience with this barn! My son is taking horseback riding lessons…read morewith Johnny, and she is absolutely amazing. She's incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and clearly passionate about what she does. She has such a special gift for teaching children--making them feel confident, safe, and excited to learn. My son looks forward to every lesson, and we've seen so much growth in his skills and confidence. Highly recommend to any families looking for a positive and supportive environment for their kids!

We love riding horses, and this experience meant so much to us. My daughter has special needs, and…read moreJohnny and Amanda treated her with genuine respect, patience, and kindness from the very beginning. Johnny took the time to understand her riding ability and encouraged her in just the right way, pushing her enough to grow while making her feel safe and supported. Because of that, she not only excelled but continues to build confidence every time she rides. We're incredibly grateful for such a thoughtful and inclusive experience. We look forward to our next session. We Highly recommend Johnny 6 Stables!

My son Dawson loves Shawna and the horses at Rising Strides. He has special needs. Shauna is…read morepatient and has discernment on how to deal with special needs children. My child is very strong willed. The horse Shauna matched with Dawson couldn't of been more perfect. They have a special bond. I highly recommend Rising Strides.

Sarah has been my trainer for over 13 years. She is very effective in describing the things I need…read moreto do to ride my horse better. She is also very effective while training horses, from green to mature horses that need reminders to keep them performing properly. Sarah is great at matching horses to riders, and has helped me with a number of purchases and sales.

Sarah is an amazing instructor. She has a special talent when it come to training adult riders…read more She focuses on the basics and ensures you are secure in the walk, trot, canter. She has a way of putting you at ease while you are riding but also gives you the push you need to excel. My daughter and I started riding with her 2 1/2 years ago without any knowledge of riding. Both of us are jumping over 2' consistently. She is a master at her craft. I highly recommend Sarah if you own a horse or even if you are just taking lessons. She is truly amazing.

I have been coming here on and off for about 4 months now and I have had nothing but the best…read moreexperience. I been training with Alana who is absolutely a blast and makes me feel comfortable. She is patient with me and understanding when I need to take a break. Thank you I can't wait to see my progress over time! I definitely recommend anyone to come take lessons here adult or child!!

This is an excellent place for horse riding lessons and practice for the competitions. My daughter…read moretook lessons here all this past year or so with Susanna. She was a fantastic trainer and very professional. The area is clean. There is plenty of parking available. It is a gated area. The horses are well taken care of; the staff is concerned with the horses' needs. Safety is enforced, and Covid measures are in place. The cost is slightly higher than what we are used to, but honestly, the service was so excellent I didn't mind paying the extra bucks. Overall I recommend this place to house your horse or to take lessons.