Great, hardworking folks with good hearts. Great scenery. Well kept stables. Highly recommended.read more

I have been riding at Legacy for the past seven years and love it. There are a several reasons why…read moreI decided to start riding at Legacy: 1. They care a lot about the safety of the horse and the rider. The horses are treated GREAT here. They have chiropractor, acupuncture, and massage appointments, are shoed regularly, groomed, turned out every day, fed high quality food, and are kept in incredible condition. The retired horses often go to the Northwest School of Animal Massage for students to practice massaging on. 2. If you don't have your own horse, they have lesson horses. This was one of the hardest things to find when I moved to Washington because I don't own a horse. The lesson horses are super high quality and not over worked at all. 3. You have to take ownership in what you do here. Some other barns will tack up the horse for you and have it waiting once you arrive. At Legacy, you're responsible for retrieving your horse from its stall/paddock, grooming, tacking up, untacking, and cleaning the tack. This is great for some of the younger kids because they learn the basics to taking care of a horse. 4. They host their own fun shows, giving the riding academy and training program students opportunities to compete in a fun environment. The training program is really successful and the students involved are often traveling for horse shows in the warmer months. The facility itself is located at the old Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Woodinville with some trails behind it. There's an indoor and outdoor arena for when it's a nice day out. I would highly recommend Legacy!

I've been riding in Legacy's training/competition program for almost 8 years now. I came to Legacy…read moreat 14 and head trainer Shelly Kerron worked with me to help me truly understand and be able to execute the fundamentals of proper riding and brought me through the ranks to competing at a national level. Shelly's teaching style is a combination of explaining concepts of riding and then creating exercises that encourage riders and horses to demonstrate the concept she is teaching, weather that be straightness, smooth turns, or proper position. Shelly is an excellent horsewoman and Legacy horses all receive impeccable care and training. One of the most notable aspects of Shelly's program is how she teaches proper horsemanship and leadership qualities to young riders and encourages everyone to be involved with the local equestrian community. Many of us who rode with Shelly as juniors became captains or presidents of our college equestrian teams and served on the board of the Washington State Hunter Jumper Association, which puts on shows in the area. Lizzie Kerron, Shelly's assistant and younger sister, is also an excellent instructor and is wonderful with younger kids as well as adults. Lizzie's teaching style compliments Shelly's by her ability to help a rider mentally break down an exercise and explain what riders should be feeling their horses do through each step of the exercise. Legacy also has a lesson program with some of the nicest and well trained lesson horses I've ever encountered. The lesson program always has top quality instruction to teach the basics and offers summer camps and fun shows throughout the year. Horse care at Legacy is a top priority, and many of us call the barn "Spa Legacy" because of all the services and amenities offered (equine massage, chiropractor, therapeutic equipment, equine treadmill to keep horses in shape, just to name a few). If you're looking for a place to learn to ride, take lessons, or compete at the highest level Legacy is the best in the Seattle area.

Always a first-rate facility! This well-loved arena remains one of the most beautiful riding arenas…read morein Washington State, hidden against a hill in West Seattle. A true equestrian's gem.

Right here in the city of Seattle! The Falconridge Farm site offers 23 breathtakingly beautiful…read moreblocks for the boarding of horses. Dr. Jean Nokes, the proprietor, introduced my husband and I to the happy, well-cared for horses at this great facility. The impressive large arena, for training and exercise, is well maintained. Dr. Nokes instructs and, as well, has thorough knowledge about the care and feeding of each horse on the site. I was completely impressed. Monika Lidman

Horseback riding lessons at Horse Haven (also Equine Life Solutions) are the highlight of my…read moreweekend. I love Robyn and Michelle and the fun group of horses. They start you off slow but build a strong foundation for the future. I was a complete beginner and can now get my own horse from the field, groom, saddle, and ride. The focus is on natural horsemanship and balance. I have a horseback riding vacation coming up in August, and they are helping me get ready in time. There are always lots of volunteers on hand as well to assist as needed. I will probably be taking lessons here for years!

i admit it--i'm horse-crazy. grew up riding bareback at summer camp and briefly had a horse in high…read moreschool. the barn we kept her at was so typical--full of teen drama, unhealthy behavior (both girls and horses) and in general not a nice place. flash forward 45 years to Seattle, where i now have a teen daughter who loves to ride. we stumbled upon horse haven via a good friend and i'm still pinching myself that this place exists. Robyn is great with the girls and the horses, offering life lessons disguised as horsemanship lessons. if you have a rider who's interested in truly listening to herself and her animal, this is the place for you! PS: only 4 stars 'cuz i wish it were :15 from my house instead of :40.

I am a very picky horse owner. I have had farriers screw up my horses' feet causing acceleration of…read morearthritis to form which shortened my horse's life! Because of this, I interview farriers and vets! After moving to Snohomish county and away from my farrier who had 30 years experience, I interviewed farriers and had some horrible candidates. I had one feed my horse corn as a treat without asking, another who claimed he was the President of the WSFAA who did a hot shoeing without discussing it with me, and one that just bragged about his work! Most failed candidates would never watch my horse walk/trot or ask what I do with them prior to working on them. This information is important to ensure that they work the feet meets the needs of the horse's movement and what riders are doing with them. All of the candidates that failed were only used ONCE. I have had Kolb Professional Farrier Service work on my horses since 2018! No farrier is a trainer of any horse. I have already trained my horses to stand for me, farriers, and vets (no horse will be 100% but they are pretty close). It is not the farrier's job to train someone else's horse. I have had another horse who did not do well the first time and I made sure that he was trained up by the next appointment. Did Derek get mad when my horses were being impatient or taking their feet away? No. NEVER! He does not get annoyed at them ever and never expects 100% perfect behavior. There is no such thing with horses. But I agree with him that there is a line that the horse should not cross & it is up the owner to train the horse. If I was working on their feet and the horse was misbehaving, I would do something about it and not allow the horse to do what they wanted with me. I would not allow them to do what they wanted with a vet or farrier either. I completely understand that he has a hard job (which is why I pay him to do this work) and he should not have to deal with untrained horses over long run. It is the owner's job to do that work and make sure that the vet or farrier can do their jobs. Derek was great when I told him that I need to have a "come to jesus" conversation with my horse and he appreciated that I would not allow my horses to misbehave in such a manner. I do not want them doing that to me so I make sure they do not do it to the vet or farrier either. THIS is solely the job of the owner. Derek is also very knowledgeable in regards to Friesian hoof care (my kids are barefoot). When I got my mare in May 2020, her feet were had chips & cracks. He set up a path to get them corrected and discussed this with me. Between my plan on nutrition, some topical products, and his plan of gradual trims, her feet got better within 6 months. This allowed me to get her going under a rider knowing her feet were in good health to do so. With my gelding , I perform as a Jouster with the Seattle Knights. Dereks ensures that his feet were done no matter what type of terrain we were on. Sometimes we did not know what the ground is like for the performance until we got there. This is vital for me and my horses. Derek always kept this in mind while working on him. Having a farrier who understands Friesian feet is reassuring. Derek cares not only for my horses but for me too. I can be a worrywart mom. He eased my mind when I had an issue with my mare's feet in Dec 2020 being trimmed too short by another farrier (long story but this was due to someone else doing her feet when I was sick). Derek has never been rude, unprofessional, short, or angry EVER with me or my horses. If a farrier ever did this, I would kick them off my property in a heart beat. Derek would never work on a horse with the owner or their representative present. My horses live on my own property with no other horses. He would never start working on my horses here unless I was there. I work from home currently but he waits for me to come out before starting work. So I know that he would never go to a barn and grab a horse he thought was his client's. NEVER EVER. He would also know if they had been done recently. He was able to ascertain the trim that my mare go 2 months prior with ease. His knowledge is more than just farrier school. He has gone beyond that and although I do not trust many with my kids, I do trust him. Be mindful of the source of the comments here. I have seen comments by the competition to try to hurt other businesses. I would never think of other farriers doing this but apparently I believe that some of these are. I usually see this dishonesty in comments for nail salons but it seems that others are doing it too. I stand by this recommendation/review here. So much so, that I would gladly discuss my experience with anyone who wants more info. I ride with the Seattle Knights & can be located via their website or FB page. Feel free to reach out.

Kolb Professional Farrier Service is exceptional- from manners and scheduling to the outstanding…read morejob he does. If you want a farrier who calls you back (or texts), shows up on time, is professional and fun to chat with while he does an incredible job on your horse... look no further! He texts the Saturday before your appt to remind and checks in the day of. My horse has a full set of shoes and is 22 with arthritic hocks and Derek Kolb had him tracking straight and moving better after just one shoeing... and his feet look beautiful, too. I show, so finish matters to me. I want a break-over without making my horse's feet look square or like his shoes are an inch too far back... and I get that here. Derek Kolb is also exceptional at handling your horse- no smacking them with the file or impatience like many shoers. And you know what? My horse can tell! He LOVES Derek and is better for him than any other shoer he's had and he's 22! Derek is also an expert at barefoot and transitioning to barefoot and while I've used other Mission Farrier School grads he's the best shoer I've used. Give Kolb a try and get great hooves! #farrier #horseshoer #equestrian #shoer

Bridlewood is the best facility/barn I have ever boarded with. Sue and Jeanne Wolfe are incredible…read moreequestrians with decades of experience. Sue is a perfectionist in making sure that every horse there is healthy and fit and that the barn is spotless. She gives tirelessly of herself in answering questions and helping in medical emergencies. Everything at Bridlewood is the best that money can buy: the hay, the bedding, the arena footing. The proximity of Bridle Trails Park across the street is just an added perk. The people who board there are uniformly friendly and drama free. It doesn't get better than this.

So happy to have found Happy Path Meadows. Great location and right next to Lord Hill Park for…read moretrail riding. April builds confidence for you and your horse which creates a great riding experience. Your horse will be so well cared for if you board. If you are looking for riding lessons you'll find April is so patient and provides great guidance and education!

Finding Happy Path Meadows was a dream come true for my 8 year old daughter. We didn't know at the…read moretime that my 4 year old son would also be similarly infatuated. They've experienced love and growth in unmeasurable ways. I've watched her confidence grow, his gentleness expand and their appreciation for the equestrian world blossom. April makes horsemanship fun and exciting in a warm and safe environment. She keeps the kids engaged and excited while allowing them the opportunity to learn what the universe needs to teach them that day (patience, compassion, physical advancements). My kids started with vaulting and quickly learned to ride with balance and Grace. They love coming to this amazing property and just being present. We all leave the lesson feeling refreshed and happier than when we arrived, The Happy Path is addictive!

I have boarded at Shamba for almost 2 years, it's a smaller group of boarders (usually about 6-8)…read moreand is a full care facility. The owners live onsite and the horses are so well cared for. Grass hay, twice a day, is provided with board. You may provide your own grain/supplements if you wish. Each horse has an open front stall, leading to a gravel paddock. During the day (after breakfast) the gates are open to fields. The horses are out until around dusk then back into paddocks for the night. Paddocks and stalls are cleaned daily. This is a family run business, with a number of people who have been here 10+ years. It's just a great community, and the property owners are so kind. There's a huge sand arena and nice big round pen, a locked tack room and just a really nice setup. For non horse folks: this isn't a horse rental or horse training business, and it isn't a drop in place to pet/visit horses. Just sharing as some people don't understand that many private boarding facilities don't offer those services. It does have a fenced Sniff Spot for dog owners who want to utilize that- reserve that on the Sniff Spot app.