From the moment we arrived at Gold Coast Equestrian, we were met with such warmth and genuine…read morehospitality. We came by to inquire about lessons, and instead of it feeling like a quick stop, the staff made us feel right at home. The grounds are beautiful, well-kept, and welcoming -- you can immediately sense how much care goes into maintaining the space and ensuring a positive environment for both riders and horses. The team took the time to answer our questions, walk us through what to expect, and made us feel excited about the possibility of lessons. It's rare to find a place where professionalism meets such genuine kindness, but Gold Coast Equestrian is exactly that. If you're even thinking about riding lessons or just curious to learn more, this is the place to go. We left feeling not only informed but also part of the community already. Highly recommend!

It's definitely a very pretty facility but if you are serious about lessons, I don't recommend this…read moreplace at all. Several of the horses have behavior problems. Refusing to walk. Desensitized to aids. They have you pay for the semester and the trainers are unwilling or unable to bring you along and are often involved in their personal conversations as if the private lessons you paid for were actually free. I was told by one trainer that my posture was fine. By a second that my posture was terrible while riding a sickly horse on a child's saddle repeatedly despite my objections. I had another horse run away with me. The next week that same horse did that to a young girl, with no interventions from staff. If you complain you will be met with fast talking nonsense.

I'm an experienced rider, have been riding and leasing horses since I was a kid, have worked in…read morebarns, have been a certified therapeutic riding instructor, and would not recommend this place because they don't conform to basic safety and horsemanship practices. I won't list all of them - just some highlights. My friend, who is not experienced, wanted to do this trail ride for our birthdays and we thought it would be fun. I've been on trail rides all over the world and know what to expect, and have never pulled out of a ride because I didn't feel safe until this place. I was the first person to be mounted and when the horse came out, I could see that the saddle was improperly placed too far back. I didn't say anything because it's not my place, but when I mounted, the girth was clearly too loose as the saddle started to slip. I told them that the girth was too loose and also that the saddle seemed to far back so Janet said let's reset the saddle and asked me how I would do it! She didn't seem to know the proper placement or how tight to make the girth because apparently this happened before. She then told me to walk down the lawn and let the horse graze while I waited for the rest of the group. It's not a safe practice to let horses graze while mounted, especially with beginners, but apparently that's what they do regularly. When the group was ready to leave, Janet started off on her horse and just about 30 yards from the barn, before even getting to the trail, the horse tripped and fell all the way down to the ground!! Janet fell off of course, and the horse walked off. If I had any doubt that all the red flags I'd clocked were right, this confirmed it. She was shaken up but ok, but didn't go on the ride, I don't know what was up with the horse but if a horse falls down just walking across a lawn, that raises questions about soundness and safety that are serious.

Beautiful place to ride! I love the fact that the owner has saved these horses. I highly recommend…read moreBBR!

I've been riding at NSEC for a couple of months now (after switching from an unfortunate…read moreestablishment in Eastchester and prior to that riding for years in Virginia). The facility is on the CW Post campus of Long Island University, and I must say, it's run very professionally. All of the school horses appear to be healthy and happy, and the grounds are impeccable - safe and clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. My awesome coach is helping me sort through my anxiety after being thrown pretty badly about 6 months ago. She gives tons of positive reinforcement, is patient, and knows exactly what I'm ready for. Love her. They have a huge indoor ring as well, which is great for lessons in the winter/rain, etc. They have all sorts of school horses, so if you need to start on a pokey pony, they are available! I've seen all levels and ages riding out there. Little tiny kids to old people like me. I've taken away one star for two reasons: sometimes I'm in the ring with up to 3 other lessons, which can get a little crowded; and I wish that I could tack up the horses myself and put them back in their stalls. They have handlers that do that for you. They offer pay as you go half hour and hour lessons. I think they also offer 10 lesson packages, but that's way too rich for my blood.

This is a first-rate riding academy, situated on the campus of C.W. Post. Pickings are very very…read moreslim for people trying to learn riding in the New York area,but this place is clearly the best of them and I'd place this riding school at the top of the list. The instructors are knowledgeable and skilled, and the facility is clean, the riding ring immense, and the horses are well cared-for. I'd give them five stars if only their rates were more reasonable! They know they're the best, and they charge accordingly. But I don't blame them.

Fran Horn is an incredible training She is patient with all levels of riders . Has incredible…read more horses.

I feel so lucky to have found Fran Horn. She truly is the best trainer on Long Island. I took a ten…read moreyear break because I couldn't find a decent trainer. She is all about safety and doing things correctly and my riding has improved so much already in the short time that I've been riding with her. The horses are well taken care of and happy and the barn is immaculate.

Can't wait for this place to close permanently the constant lies they tell everyone…read more 1. What happened to the horses oh they went to another barn or retirement. ( reality the horse died or was sent to auction. ) 2 oh the child's just not ready to advance. (You don't spend enough here.) 3.

Once upon a time ago I was a little horse crazy girl with a big dream and a very understanding…read moremother. The Thomas School was our outlet and answer and I began being taught there by their instructors. This was nearly 20 years ago... Actually... It'll be 20 years ago on September 29th. Since then I've grown up and continued riding horses, but the foundation I received at this school has made me the horse woman I am today. I've competed and won at several breed association world shows in a variety of disciplines and I fully credit this riding school and their fundamentals. It's INCREDIBLE that this riding school has spanned the ages and lord knows they'll continue on. It's a shame they're not in Arizona or my kids would be reaping the benefits of their program.

My name is Lisa, I own this business, and the CORRECT phone number is (914) 954-0493. Call me to…read morelearn how Ican teach you to ride horses like a pro, quickly and safely!

Our daughter loves riding with Meghan, my wife even started taking lessons with her too!read more

This business is intentionally dishonest. They "forget" to tell you certain things, and then take…read moreyour money upfront. Their logistics, operations, customer service, and lack of manners, all suck!!!! As a potential customer? Skip this place, and take your business to another stable or school.

My Dad and I have been coming to this store since 1974 and Christine has always gone above and…read morebeyond helping us find the right apparel, the right tack, and the right fit. I'm petite and have trouble finding stuff to fit correctly, but if Christine can't find it, she'll call other stores who can. This store and it's owner are a gem!

Just called this store recently inquiring about a Barbour jacket. They were so helpful and…read moreChristina went above and beyond. Excellent customer service. I will purchase from here again even though I live out of state!!