My painfully shy 6 yo granddaughter has a history of disliking and then quitting any activities…read morewe've offered - swimming, soccer, gymnastics, etc. She absolutely blossomed during her first lesson, though! Marina was an engaging, energetic, and informative trainer and Teddy was the perfect first horse to ride. She's hooked!

I'm a novice in this area so my review is based mostly on the horseback riding instruction they…read moreprovide. I had been searching for lessons for my child and stumbled across their site and ad on Craigslist. I was impressed with the instructor's credentials and work with kids so it seemed to be a good fit for my needs. Upon my first visit, she greeted me promptly at our lesson time. She introduced herself, pointed out the horses and pony and started instruction immediately. What I liked is that she began the lesson with getting my daughter familiar with the pony, safety, grooming, saddling, picking, etc. The instructor is patient and my daughter is very comfortable around her. It also helps that she's a military brat :). There are a lot of "brats" around these parts and I try to support these business owners when I can. Unlike many facilities, they are closer to areas in eastern Prince William County, a definite plus for those in Woodbridge/Dale City. It is a small stable with 4 horses and 1 pony on the premises from what I've seen. The horses appear healthy and well maintained. The barn is kept clean. I don't know how long my daughter will want to continue horseback riding lessons at her age but she appears to really enjoy them and her time at the stables.

My daughter loves going to Sterling Harbor Riding Academy! I can't recommend it enough! The…read moreinstructor is great and my daughter has been learning so much. Not only is she learning how to ride, but she is also learning everything about how to take care of horses too. There is a relaxed atmosphere and both the weekly lessons and summer camps are great options if you have someone that is interest in learning how to ride!

From the owner: We are a family farm dedicated to producing top quality sport horses and ponies, friendly NDGs and…read moreversatile Great Pyrenees as well as capable and happy riders. We strive for a healthy and comfortable environment offer Options to show or simply learn how to be safe around horses.

We were here to have a private horse riding lesson for our daughter's birthday:) She had such a fun…read morespecial time.

I can't say enough about our experience at Battlefield Park Polo. My sons have been riding here…read morefor 7yrs and went from timid riders to well trained polo players. They've learned horsemanship as well as sportsmanship. They have learned to care for the animals they ride. They have to make sure the horses are fed, given water and stalls are cleaned before they leave. This happens on a daily basis. No barn is perfect but if there's one place to bring a child who wants to become a good rider and polo player then it's here.

One of the best barn out there! Instructors are understanding,firm, and kind. They take such good…read morecare of their horses. So much land, so many opportunities and such a fun barn for shows! Always supporting each other! If your looking for a kid-friendly (and adult) barn this is the place!

Excellent barn that can take riders from a weekly lesson program through horse ownership. Great…read moreplace to get started in our sport and not have the need to immediately outgrow the program. Thumbs up. Good people.

I was looking for one riding lesson for my 15 year old daughter. Our time frame to attend was…read morequite narrow, but Lucia was able to squeeze us in by exhausting every possibility, and by being extremely flexible with the Farm´s schedule. The lesson itself was perfect. Lucca was clear and dedicated. It shows that the people at Stonelea Farm love their horses, and treats them very humanely. We were very happy to attend, and remain grateful. Mario (Lima, Peru)

My 5 1/2 year old has been begging for horseback riding lessons, but I hesitated to sign her up…read morebecause I didn't think she was quite old/strong enough to control a horse. I signed her up for a One-day Horsemanship Camp, which was a 3 hour class that taught the basics about horseback riding and horses. The instructor, Lucia, carefully and repeatedly instructed the children on how to be safe on and around horses. I was very impressed with the emphasis on safety. We will be taking lessons here again.

My 12 year old began taking riding lessons at Misty Brae after doing summer camp for a few weeks -…read morewe loved the barn, the instructors, and switched over a few years ago. She started riding at a young age and often pushed herself back slowing her own progress; not anymore! Her instructor Katie has literally figured out what makes my daughter tick, helping her pull out of her shell and pushing herself once again to be better than 'ok' and grow!!! She's gone from quiet and unresponsive to letting Katie know what she needs/accepting constructive feedback and encouragement in stride, literally! At 12 my daughter already knows she wants to become a riding instructor - Katie is a big part of that, for example encouraging her to prep horses and riders for the subsequent beginner lessons. From camps to the open acceptance of volunteers, great staff........ wonderful wonderful barn!

Misty Brae Farm is a very special Place. Both of my…read moredaughters learned to ride there and will forever have a connection to horses thanks to the amazing barn. It is a place the empowers the children and allows them to be themselves and learn to ride from a beginner to very high level. We also loved the camps !!!!

Very nice state forest for a hike! It's woodsy and provides plenty of shade to hide from the sun…read more Different trail options available. Picnic tables available for a food break as well. Toddler approved ;)

Drove down here on the weekend, in the heart of the wintertime…read more Visiting the area around Bristow with my mom + sister, so figured this would be a good spot to walk the dog. Plus, this was technically on the way back, so it worked out nicely for us. Entrance to the park is a bit tricky -- just go straight at the traffic light at the end of the road. The road is narrow, and it's easy to miss it by heading left instead -- a mistake we almost made. The parking lot is not spacious but there were lot of free spots at the time we went. Thankfully it was not too busy. Only I got down, as it was rather cold weather. I walked our dog for a good half-hour. Trees everywhere, the scenery was nice. A bit muddy at parts, but not overly so. I recommend bringing a pair of hiking shoes just in case. Trail ran through the woods, with some interesting views. Saw all kinds of trees -- long and narrow ones, fallen ones, dead and decaying ones where the wood gave way when you stepped on them. The walk felt kind of lonely though -- I honestly didn't see another soul on the walk. I figured it might be the weather or something. My dog enjoyed it a lot. I did too for the most part. The views were nice and relaxing, very calming overall. I am a fan of the cold, so that helped too. Overall, cool spot. Nice wooded trail area for casual walks, and for bringing the dog on. Last visited: 1/7/23