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Imperial Equestrian Center

4.7 (42 reviews)

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Stefany G.

My kids went to IEC for summer horse camp and loved it! We will be coming back every summer. The staff was great and kept the kids busy learning and having fun.

Lauren B.

Just got off the phone with the owner, Joel. I'm searching for a facility for my mare to call home. I'm coming from the IE. All the other places I have called out here don't answer/return calls, or they're super uppity and kinda rude. I'm just a regular person who loves horses. Joel answered all of my questions, and he was friendly, honest, and down to earth. He made me feel welcome and invited me to come down to tour the place. I really like that they are family owned. I feel like this facility is going to be a great fit, and I can't wait to come check it out. Based on my conversation today with Joel and all the reviews and photos, I think we found our facility. Thanks for your time, Joel! Lauren and Lily

I love this place come and volunteer. Affordable horse lessons call Shona
Crystal G.

It just doesn't feel like summer until I'm back at imperial equestrian Center for summer horse camp! All year long I just wait counting the days till summer horse camp ! I think there's 4 weeks this summer. Please invest in your children and teach them how to conduct themselves with horses. So many fun activities and a place to make lifelong friends

The people here are incredibly nice and it doesn't take much to strike a friendly conversation. Shona is extremely knowledgeable about horses and always offers great advice. I've even had several other riders boarding here take their time to teach me what they know. Overall, the place is great. Unfortunately, a strange middle-aged couple have been harassing the barn owners lately. Initially, I looked forward to meeting Kate, she presented herself as a professional trainer and coach, until she decided to create a stir here. Only a week after boarding, Kate began making legal accusations against the barn for being abusive and dangerous. As a Mexican that never had the privilege of being in a "fancy" upscale equestrian center, I found it pretty offensive. The horses are cared for and the place is well-maintained. It was also mentioned to me that Kate had no shame in making inappropriate sexual commentary to the teenagers that ride here. Accompanied by her husband, Cody, they both constantly make defamatory statements behind yelp burner accounts such as "Martha W." to hide their self-image. Cody was also found screaming at a young woman who was trapped in metal cross ties with a 1,000 pound horse and was behaving so erratically and aggressively, he had to be removed from the property by security. For someone who is associated with Kate, he should've known proper barn etiquette. Para mis vaqueros, este lugar es relajado y divertido. Nadie te molesta aunque hagas una parrillada aquí. Hay mucho espacio para montar alrededor. Trae a tu familia, es un buen lugar para pasearse.

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Olivia B.

As I mentioned to Joel and Shauna I wish I had met them a very long time ago. Who knew there was such an incredible riding instructor like Shauna in what has been my own backyard for the last almost 30 years. I highly recommend IEC and I'm a retired International Horse Trainer and Riding Instructor. There is simply no other trainer that I have ever met that actually loves horses and is affectionate with them. We are kindred spirits and I mentioned to her the other day that we would have been quite a pair of riding buddies. Unfortunately I am I'll and my ability to care for my horse is greatly comprised and I have decided to retire my beautiful horse. But I have fallen in love with a magnificent black Arabian that lives at IEC and his owner has graciously agreed to let me ride him a few days a week. So I will still be around this really excellent place to not just learn how to ride but to learn how to care for the horse's that are surely in the future of all of the children lucky enough to have found this place. I know the future is still bright at IEC. And it's a pretty nice place for all kinds of animal lovers and will be for a long time. I

My daughter had a great time at Horse Camp! She learned a lot and loved being around the horses. We will be attending horse riding lessons from here as well! We thank you for a great experience:)

Amy M.

Hidden gem! Hope to continue boarding my horse here for many years to come. Family owned/operated with genuine care for all of their boarders. Initially found IEC and started taking lessons which I looked forward to every week and now I'm lucky enough to have my own horse housed under the best and most knowledgeable care of Shona & Joel!

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Horse camp was a wonderful experience for my daughter. Staff is friendly, kind, responsible, and safe. She enjoyed every second. Awesome place!

Larry H.

Best equestrian instruction in the city hands down. Highly recommend for beginners to experienced, 5 stars

Brian R.

We have been clients here since November and have been absolutely blown away by the attention to detail and service provided here at IEC! The owners are extremely personable and willing to accommodate your every need. I can't imagine a better place for our Mare and Filly!

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My daughter loves this horse camp. She has been going there for two years. This year she did 3 weeks. I highly recommend to all parents.

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The owners are friendly and easy to work with. There are plenty of turnouts and a nice river trail nearby.

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Summer horse camp was a big hit again this year. Miss Crystal, Vanessa & Maryann all were great! Thanks IEC!

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Love this place! Myself and my kids love horseback riding. My daughter is excited for her upcoming riding lessons.

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Shona is a super nice woman and a great horse lady ! She and Joel boarded my dinitri for 4 years when I first came to la :)

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I decided to write a review regarding the horseback riding lessons at this wonderful stable and I…read moremust say, it has been an incredible experience for my daughter Delilah. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by friendly staff who made us feel welcome and at ease. The instructor, Laura, was knowledgeable and patient, taking the time to explain everything in detail and ensuring that my daughter feels comfortable before getting on the horse. The horses themselves were well-trained and gentle, making it easy for a beginner like my daughter to learn the basics of riding. The facilities were clean and well-maintained, with a spacious arena for practicing different exercises and techniques. Throughout the lessons in these past 6 months we have see the improvement and how she is gaining confidence with each ride. Laura provides helpful feedback and guidance, pushing Delilah to challenge herself and try new things. Overall, I highly recommend taking horseback riding lessons at this stable. I read a recent review left by someone claiming that the staff here are not kind or welcoming to minorities. This has never been the case for us as we are Mexican. So that statement is far from being true. I highly recommend this place to all who are looking to start horseback riding. My daughter is 14 and looks forward to her classes with Laura and her favorite horse, Skylar. Thank you so much! Best, Delilah's parents

My daughter has been taking riding lessons here since March of this year. She's been riding off…read moreand on for the last few years and we moved here from horse town USA, Norco. This is a great riding center. Trainer Laura is amazing and she is so great with the students. She is patient and really teaches. All the school horses are are great and very well taken care of.. They teach/train all levels, from beginners to advanced. My daughter's riding has improved so much since starting here and she loves it. The pricing is very reasonable and I think you get so much more vs other riding schools/centers we've been too. All the staff is attentive and courteous. The barn area is always clean and organized. There are quite a few riding schools in the area and we checked them out. I am so happy we landed here. We love FFF!

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Long review but well-deserved…read more Dede/Urban Horseman owner/operator/trainer deserves 10 stars. My adult daughter and I had our first lesson with her today and I cannot say enough great things about her. She has the experience, knowledge, and ability to teach you, your kids, or anyone how to ride correctly so that you are confident in the saddle. She also shows you how to groom and tack up (saddle) your horse which increases your confidence around horses. She is definitely safety first, has incredible patience, no judgment, and is a lovely and friendly person. Everything you could possibly want in a riding instructor. I have ridden a fair amount over the years but haven't been on a horse in several years. I wanted to improve my form and technique while getting back into riding. Dede was the perfect choice to get started again. My daughter and I took a lesson together (great bonding experience, parents!) Very helpful to eavesdrop on the tips she was giving each of us while we were in the arena. There is also the option of doing trail rides while we learn which we'll definitely take advantage of as we progress. Who knew there were gorgeous trails right off the 605/60 freeways?!?!? Dede has a number of beautiful, well-trained horses to suit every rider and their ability. The Whittier Narrows Equestrian Center is a large and lovely facility, well maintained, with easy access off the 605, and immediate access to riding trails. With summer vacation on the horizon, Urban Horseman is the ideal source for riding lessons, horsemanship camps for kids, individual (or perhaps small group/friends lessons), or parent/kid time together. Reasonable rates for quality instruction. You will absolutely get your money's worth at Urban Horseman and have a fantastic time learning or improving your riding skills. Take that 5-star rating I gave Urban Horseman and double it. Can't wait to go back for more!

Dede is wonderful in many ways! Come see for yourself! Thank you for being you!…read more Riding lessons, trail rides, all sorts of fun stuff going on here! Come check in!

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I have a 2 year old dog that is very active. I try to find new experiences for her. When I arrived…read moreat SMOKE TREE STABLES, in Palm Springs, I asked permission to allow my dog to enter. I was asked if she would bark and I said "no" (keeping my fingers crossed). She had a fantastic time. She never barked. All the new smells and getting close to the horses kept her so quiet. One particular horse took an interest in my dog. I didn't let her get too close though. The people that work there are so friendly and accommodating. I think another trip is around the corner!

We came here for my birthday celebration. They required us to make reservation online. We reserved…read morethe 10am tour online, $99 per person for an hour ride. They required us to get there 30 minutes before the tour. We got there at 9:30am, but the tour did not start until 10:30am. We waited for an hour before we can get on the back of the horse. This place is pretty private. We will have to make a call at the gate, so the staff can buzz us in. Parking structure is small, and it gets full fast. Staff was not too friendly unsure if they get burnt out with the tour. The horses looked tired and some of them look sick. My horse kept its head down throughout the ride. The one hour ride is basically sitting on the back of the horse, walking up the trail that we can see the Hollywood sign, and turned around at some point. Not worth the price you pay for. I will not be back.

Mystic Canyon Stable - Nash, Bareback Pad.

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I took lessons here for almost a full year. The only reason I am stopping is because I just got…read moreengaged and have a wedding to save for! AND I GOT ENGAGED RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE STABLES! Let me tell you, as someone who has always loved horses, now in my 30's I wanted to do something I really love, and that's what brought me to this stable. The one thing that really stood out to me here, is when I talked to the children who frequented the barn, is they loved the independence it gave them. I was shocked to hear that from kids some younger than 8 years old! But once you start taking lessons, it made sense. This place really teaches you how to basically take care of your own horse. You are saddling up, hoof picking, brushes, and sometimes cleaning the horses. And you learn to ride in all kinds of techniques and horses. You get to learn some equine knowledge, therapy, and when something does happen to a horse, they explain why and what exactly is going on. I don't understand some of the previous comments. Horses. Are. Animals. Animals are unpredictable. You can wear any type of protective gear you want, but you at minimum have to wear boots and a helmet. My first lesson I fell off. Yeah it hurts. But you learn. I also broke one of my toes cause it was stepped on. Again, animals are unpredictable. There will never be a 100% safe animal. But the instructors know how to instruct and direct when these situations happen, and I have seen some WILD kids on these horses, who don't listen, and these horses didn't even react. When anyone does get hurt, those who work there do everything they can to make sure you are okay. Things I appreciated about the ones who work at the stables: Tiffany has a plethora of knowledge, and loves to share it. Sophia was my main instructor who I appreciated so much because she let me push my boundaries when she could tell I too afraid to push myself. Sarah-Faith substituted for my class and always took such care with the kids on their lessons. Regan always had something fun to share every time I visited, and Nathan would always assist when I had questions. All the crew here are amazing, and love horses. I am so sad to have to pause, but I have learned so much that makes me confident if i ever own my own horse, I will at least know the basic needs to tend to a horse. I hope to come visit soon, and be back after my wedding!

My daughter has done 2 summer camps here. She learned a ton and absolutely loved it - the highlight…read moreof her summers! We like that it is kid-centered and unpretentious. A great smaller stable conveniently located for easier access for those coming from the South Bay.

Imperial Equestrian Center - horsebackriding - Updated May 2026

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