They kept trying to sell us more lessons instead of scheduling the lessons we had already paid for.

I've been meaning to write this review for a long time but life has a way of getting away from you. I took two blocks of lessons with All Seasons Horse Riding and their team is phenomenal. I had and rode horses as a kid but it had been a good 20 years since my last ride and I'd lost all the skills and confidence I once had. All Seasons helped me build that confidence right back up. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable, patient and approachable. Every lesson there seriously felt like therapy. Just being around the horses, the kind folks and learning without a ton of pressure was always so nice. They make it a point to end each session on a high note - it's good for the horses and for you as a rider. During extra hot or rainy days, sometimes the riding lessons would be canceled but more often than not, the lesson would just be horsemanship and/or groundwork. I know some people only want the riding parts of the lessons but having instructors that can teach you the horsemanship and groundwork techniques is invaluable. You build so much more skill and appreciation for the horses that way. It allows you to actually foster relationships with the horses too. I enjoyed that aspect so much that sometimes I'd request those lessons even if the weather was good to ride. I had to take a break due to my own budget constraints but i will be back! The lessons are absolutely fairly priced and worth every dollar. read more

All Seasons Horse Riding is an incredible place to practice and learn horse riding skills! The teachers are unbelievably kind and friendly and they'll help your kid learn and grow from their experiences! The owner Julie is incredibly responsive. All seasons takes riders of all ages -- my child takes classes regularly, but I took just one class, and it was amazing. It's a great vibe: about learning, building skills, & challenging riders without being uber competitive. There is an emphasis on fun and building self-confidence that I see pay off for my kiddo in life, beyond horse classes. read more

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I second another bad review with a similar experience. Do not buy block lessons!!! It is a bait & switch experience. I started a few years ago and all went well, until it did not. After buying bulk lessons, scheduling became a bit of a mess. For some reason I could not have a weekly set time. During summer they were closed because of camps. When it rained lessons were canceled. When it was too hot lessons were only horsemanship. At some point I was asked to confirm weeks ahead, not sure how anyone can do that. The name "all seasons" is misleading. Also, pay attention to whatever you sign. Given the opportunity, they will use it against you. Based on my experience, I do not recommend this place and was very disappointed over the way my situation was handled. read more

With over a decade of experience in teaching STEM at university level, I may not know much about horses -- but I do know the difference between good and excellent education. The teaching system at All Seasons Horse Riding is genuinely impressive. What stands out most is the seamless coordination among instructors: each focuses on a different aspect of horsemanship, yet the overall experience remains cohesive and thoughtfully integrated. This kind of structured, team-based instruction is rare in any field. read more

We took a small group of high school students with ASD to this wonderful location and enjoyed two hours of horseback riding and grooming horses! The workers were very kind, generous, and accommodating for our kids, and the horses were very sweet as well! We look forward to returning to All Seasons Horse Riding in the future for more riding! read more

A year ago, my daughter started taking horse riding lessons with All Season Horse Riding. I want to share that ASHR has been WONDERFUL and a BLESSING to my daughter, and to my husband and I. During this year, our daughter has learned SO MUCH! Not only about how to RIDE and CARE for horses, but she also has gained CONFIDENCE. Sarah and Julissa have been her two main instructors. Both possess a vast KNOWLEDGE of horses and you can easily see they LOVE what they do. As good coaches, they have the Ability to Teach, Encourage and Challenge my daughter at the appropriate times. She has LEARNED so much over the course of this year and we look forward to the next!! The setting is also wonderful! (We go to the Finley location.) Here, there are 3 practice arenas, one of which is covered, making it so she can ride during the rainy season. Parking is not an issue. ASHR really is a high-light for our family! With the setting in horse-country, my husband and I get to enjoy a "mini weekly date" drinking our coffee and watching our daughter grow with what she loves! Thank you Julie and ASHR! read more

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My daughter has been riding here for over 5 years and we feel so lucky to have found somewhere where she can experience the best in trainers, horses and location. As a rider, she has grown tremendously but we most love the relationships she's built with the staff and horses. Payton has been such a positive female role model for her and has given her increasingly more responsibility over the years. Would definitely recommend for all ages. read more

Amazing day camp for kids!!! My daughter had the best time--riding horses, arts and crafts, animals!! And the staff were incredible. I knew she was in good hands and it was one of her favorite camps. I highly recommend All Seasons! read more

My son is 8 years old and has been riding for about a year and a half. He has special needs, but coming to All Seasons to work and to be with the animals provides him with this beautiful sense of calm and peacefulness! He loves it. It is actually my favorite hour of the week. You should see how confident he is on a horse now without a lead rope. You can feel the confidence radiating from this little man! His trainer, Bre, is amazing. She understands my son and she works so well with him. She is specially trained to work with riders of special needs, and it makes a huge difference for my son! read more

Wanted to share that I still LOVE coming here after about 2 years! Have ridden many of the horses and learn something new each time. When scheduling becomes confusing (due to my busy schedule) they always find a way to work me in! I really appreciate them and riding here makes me very happy! Highly recommend! read more

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We 100% agree with many of the reviews previously posted. Lack of staff and scheduling is not consistent through out the whole year we are in for lessons. We have been in lessons for more than a year with multiple instructors involved. We witnessed a same instructor was yelling at a young boy who might be just 5 or 6 in different occasions which resulted in my child's anxiety for her lesson. We also had experience with the instruction who has phone on her hand the whole session with my child. I would say they might not be professionally trained to be an instructors, but they are definitely loving what they love to do. However, with the price they are charging, it shouldn't be the way it is. Speaking of progress of my child after a year at all season, I am not sure how all staff communicate among each other. Personally, I don't see communication PERIOD. My child had an incident which apparently it has NOT been noted anywhere and we have to repeat her incident again and again with different staff. It get us really frustrated and our child more anxious about the lesson. For more than a year of spending thousands of dollars at all season, I am sorry I have to say. My child has NOT made too much progress besides really really basic skills. Don't get me wrong the owner Julie is a sweet and nice lady even we never met in person. But for the business, the price and the service they offered. I for sure won't be a return customer. read more

My 11yo daughter developed a sudden interest in horses and wanted to learn how to ride. We have yet to do their summer camp but she has started with lessons and I was very impressed that they emphasized communication and care of the horses before they talked about anything related to riding. It is really important that the kids understand communication, safety and building a relationship with these large animals. I was really glad to see that the instructors taught this foundation and it's importance. My daughter is loving lessons and can't wait for summer camp to start! read more

So happy we found Julie and her caring staff (esp Julissa) at All Seasons Horse riding. My son had some great experiences doing equine therapy so that's what I initially got us looking into a program. The therapeutic value alone is wonderful. Some days my son went just feeling a bit down and by the end of the session he was feeling great and reconnected. Everyone was always very supportive of my son! He started off for months just doing the horsemanship program and caring for the horses... But eventually he built up to getting on and riding the horses. Highly recommend!! read more

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My daughter has been riding for a full year here! She absolutely loves it. The coaches treat Rosie with such respect and love. They have taught her so much and just continue to teach her every week. They never hold skipping a lesson in advance against us, and they have always been willing to work with us just to ensure she stays riding and continuing doing what she loves! read more

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I did a lot of research for horse riding lessons in the area. I spoke to so many different people from different riding schools before I decided to schedule a lesson for my bf's daughter at All Seasons. She never rode before but had shown interest, so it's very important to us that her first experience would be a good one (also safe). She had Jordan as an instructor and he was amazingly good with her. We watched her going from being unsure, nervous to confident in less than an hour. We liked that there was only one other lesson going on so instructors could really focus on the children and there's enough space for everyone to move around without bumping into another. We were also amazed how gorgeous the horses are. They all looked happy and definitely well taken care of. We are looking into doing more lessons, but I wanted to ensure I wrote this review before I forget. This place deserves a five star in our book. Special thank you to Jordan for making the kid's first experience on a horse an amazing one. read more

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Great place for local horse back riding lessons. We started during Covid for our 2 1/2 year granddaughter and still going strong. They are great instructors that really know and love the horses. We look forward to our riding every week now. I can't forget to mention the family pig. I greatful to have this outdoor experience in our local area read more

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Great for children's parties, not so much for riding lessons. Lessons are EXPENSIVE. This was by far the priciest place I contacted, but their location was convenient, so I thought it would be worth the premium. Lessons turned out to be extremely difficult to schedule. The riding arena is small to begin with, and because other lessons are happening at the same time, it is crowded with other instructors, horses, and students, making lessons difficult. The parking situation was the icing on the cake, and in the end it just wasn't worth the price. read more

Hire real teachers instead of using your older students on younger kids. Be consistent with your part of the sale agreement. You charge families in advance but several times you were not ready to start a lesson due to lack of teachers and/or horses. Treat the horses better. Don't use young/small kids to train your ponies. read more

After reading other reviews here, I thought I owe it to ASHR to share what a wonderful experience my daughter and I have had here. Both my 3 year old daughter and I have been taking lessons here for several months and we both absolutely love it. The instructors have all been incredibly kind and supportive. I've been riding for a long time and I've encountered a lot of grumpy horsepeople over the years, but not once have I had a negative experience with the lovely people at ASHR. I improve every week thanks to the excellent instruction. I can't recommend enough! read more

Loved the atmosphere, very welcoming and warm. I especially loved meeting snd greeting with the horses that were there. I will be posting pics later prices were good compared to other places I've looked atI discussed a possible bday party as well! And look forward to planning something here. I love the location read more

My 6yo daughter has been taking lessons since February and I can't believe how quickly she took to horse riding and how much she has learned. Julie was incredibly accommodating when I explained that my daughter has some sensory issues and every trainer she has worked with is aware of them before we arrive. We have been to both locations and love them. They have been extremely flexible with scheduling. They are very communicative when weather will impact riding and the lesson will be strictly horsemanship with the option to not attend (my daughter always wants to go no matter what and has learned so much about caring for the horses.) Julie is so easy to reach and is always helpful. Every trainer has been wonderful. I cannot adequately express how much we love All Seasons. read more

Great spot for a birthday celebration! Amazing service from every staff member. Kids had a blast riding horses! Thank you so much! read more

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Hi Julie.. To clarify couple of things from your response, yes we did agree for sharing 1 instructor with assistant when needed but not for riding with just an assistant and you can see that right on top of your agreement copy. I am sorry i never knew you do second child free riding but i am sure lot of your customers will be happy to know that. I dont know what's fishy in a genuine customer writing a review little late but yes i should have done this much earlier. read more

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The owners of All Seasons Horses Stables, Julie and her family, have a truly special horse-riding program at their Alamo and Danville stables. Over the past year, I have taken lessons at both stables, rode almost every horse, and have had the pleasure to work with every trainer. I am truly impressed! Every horse is affectionate, sweet, patient, and eager to work with each rider, so it's tough to pick a favorite as they are all so beautiful and full of personality. Her trainers are also top notch. These ladies are all true cowgirls and have been riding all their lives. Each of them has a unique equestrian background, from an English show jumper to a western rodeo queen and they all work hard to help students learn how to be strong, confident riders. The trainers have taught me horsemanship, connection, how to ride using the correct postures, pressures, and tension, and how to take action over my fears. I will tell you it's the greatest feeling to develop your horse riding abilities. As you partner in movement, synchronicity, and balance, there's no greater high than the moment you are at one with your horse. Most importantly, you develop strength, confidence, and humility. What a gift! When you ride at this stable you get so much more than horse lessons, you develop strong character traits that will impact every area of your life in a positive way. Thanks Julie, Peyton and all the horse trainers! I feel so much gratitude and appreciation for all the people and horses that make up All Seasons Horse Stables. read more

I just recently moved to the area and was told about All Seasons from a co-worker. She has had her child taking lessons there for 2 years and she loves it. I can completely understand why. I called and spoke to Julie, she explained how lessons worked and the cost. I liked the idea that my daughter would learn about the horses and their care in addition to basic horsemanship. She enjoys having other kids around before, during and after her lessons. She has already made friends. The atmosphere is friendly and fun, while being educational as well. All the instructors have been nothing but patient and kind. Her 4th lesson is next week and she hasn't stopped asking me about adding another lesson to her week. (we started with 1 lesson per week) She also heard about the birthday parties and the camps, as well as saw pictures. (as I did also) I can't think of a better place for my daughter to be on any occasion. All Seasons has been nothing but happiness for my child and that is all that matters. Thank you, Julie and staff!! read more

Julie and staff, you were so AWESOME! Thank you for making my daughters birthday the best ever! She had a blast with all the animals and her new friends :) I can't thank you enough. read more

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My daughter had her first lesson with Sarah, we had a great experience. Sarah was awesome and worked so well with my daughter. She really enjoyed it and talked about it on the car ride home. read more

My daughter attended camp and had a blast! She had never been on a horse before but with Julie's patient coaching she was riding workout fear by the end of day 1! I would definitely recommend to anyone interested in learning how to ride! read more

If you are looking to put your child in horseback riding I recommend taking caution with "All Seasons Horse Riding." I was a former horse owner and grew up riding. My 6 year old daughters safety was compromised by her assistant before and after her lesson. Additionally, I feel that after 6 lessons, my daughter still knows very little about riding and horsemanship. When I discussed all of this with the owner, she made me feel very uncomfortable by not accepting responsibility and tried to pin it mainly on my 6 year old that she wasn't listening/focused and has had enough lessons to know things. She also claimed her horses are "bomb proof" and "would never hurt or kick anyone" or "move not 1 inch when being untacked." Seriously? Anyone who knows horses, knows this is NOT true and CAN NOT be relied upon!!! Horses spook and move around and can unknowingly hurt a small child or adult. I requested a refund for the cost of the remaining lessons because I feel extremely uncomfortable with the idea of putting my daughter back in harms way in this program. After a back and forth battle, I was finally told I would receive a refund for the remaining lessons we will not attend. Lastly, she also canceled a lesson at the very last minute when I was already at the ranch. I feel this is extremely unprofessional. Maybe my expectations are just too high...But I would highly recommend looking elsewhere. read more

Sweet as Sweet can be! The whole team at All Season's is simply wonderful to work with. Julie is so attentive and thoughtful, and she's a great trainer. She had my daughter up and riding within minutes, and her events are really fun. I love the laid back atmosphere, but the utmost attention to safety and well being for riders and horses are always tended to. Julie is really great with kids, she's got a real bond and connection to all of the animals too. I've seen them do three different types of events (private lesson, party, and camp) all of which have been a great experience for all. read more

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I have to say, hands down this is the best place to ride. Julie is so amazing and Very friendly, she makes the kids feel so comfortable to ride. my daughter is 4 years old and she can ride so well. My daughters been riding for about 8 months now. I also have my bonus children involved as well the weeks we have them. They all love it. My daughter has a lot of energy but when she rides shes really focused and Julie is so patient and kind, my kids absolutely loves her and so do I. I also like taking them to the summer camps there, they have so much fun!!It's so worth the money the kids have a blast. They really keep them entertained with fun activities. read more

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Pricey, but really awesome. I was willing to spend the extra $ to get my daughter a lesson over Spring Break, when availability was challenging. All Seasons teaches good horse care- about half of the lesson focused on this. My daughter was super comfortable. Everyone was super friendly. Appropriate mask use. Adorable pig on the property. We had a great time. read more

My 5 year old loves taking lessons here! They came highly recommended by another family and I am so grateful I found Julie at all seasons! The program and staff is amazing. My daughter loves the camps they have as well. Julie is so patient with the children. Every week Brooke asked when does she get to see "Cha Cha". You won't be disappointed. read more

I have to sing praises for Julie and her staff at All Seasons Horse Riding. My daughter has been riding here since they first opened years ago. She loves it here. I am so glad to find a place where she's safe and taken care of so well. Julie and her staff really emphasize all aspects of riding, horse care, rider safety and of course skills. read more

My daughter has been having the time of her life at All Seasons!! Julie, Cash, Alex, Jordan, Tricia and the rest of their staff are skilled trainers as well as being fantastic with horses and kids alike. The horses are well trained and responsive to voice commands; they are well cared for and the stalls and arena area are kept clean and tidy. You can't fake a happy horse and this lot is obviously content to be a part of the All Seasons family. We look forward to many more happy rides! read more

Julie is awesome! My daughter has ridden at the other stables. Julie's horses are well mannered, easy to ride and easy for my daughter to excel at her riding skills both English & Western! read more

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Book a lesson!! Julie and her team at All Seasons Horse Riding are the nicest, most welcoming people who connect with each and every rider, to make you feel right at home. They take great care of their gorgeous animals and the little humans who ride them. I love that the instructors accommodate all levels of riders, young and old, and offer therapeutic riding. Julie has beautiful, horses that are extremely well trained. And they have a cute petting zoo. The facilities are conveniently located off the 680 highway, which is a huge advantage over the barn we previously rode at out on Camino Tassajara Road. Julie's summer camps are so much more than just riding horses. My daughter's horse riding skills improved dramatically with the focused 1:1 and group instruction she received at camp. She had healthy lunch and snacks, participated in games, gardening, arts & crafts, visits from the Vet and much more. Most importantly, she met new kids from other communities which she has become friends with as a result of All Season's Horse Riding. read more

Ran across All Seasons while looking for a late summer 'day trip' of horse riding for my 2 grandkids. Hard to find any hourly/half day trail ride type activities in this area, so we settled on an hour session of horse educ/grooming/riding with Julie. My expectations for that hour were far exceeded! First of all, both grandkids LOVED every minute....their horses were gentle & easy to work with & Julie was beyond amazing - what a knowledgeable & talented horse person she is! Both kids were trotting comfortably by the end of the hour! I plan to enroll the grandkids in a summer camp session next summer - can't think of a better gift to give them! read more

If I could give this establishment more stars I surely would. My husband and I recently visited All Seasons Horse Riding in our search for a horse riding academy where our granddaughter could take riding lessons. We spent quite a bit of time talking with Julie Payne who co-owns the business with her husband. Julie was gracious and answered a myriad of questions, all to our satisfaction. We got such a warm and fuzzy feel for All Seasons that we signed our granddaughter up on the spot and canceled the rest of our appointments. We met some of the staff and observed an ongoing lesson. We highly recommend All Seasons. It offers everything you could want for your little (or big) rider. Ask Julie about their expansion plans too. We could tell how passionate and anxious she is to get the project going. Once the expansion is complete All Seasons will also offer trail riding. This small family-owned business has it all. We highly recommend you visit it if this is the feel you're looking for. Lyn and Gary Kael read more