I highly recommend High Point Farms II. I'm an old guy starting year four and have very much…read moreenjoyed it. Cassidy has an exceptionally good eye for what you need as a student and the pace at which you should learn. She emphasizes proper positioning for maximum safety. Her rapport with the horses is incredible. She is very flexible about scheduling and easy to work with.

From the owner: Specializes in adult and young rider lessons, equine training, boarding, and equine assisted…read morepsychotherapy.

Went here for lessons for my husband's birthday. Everyone was easy to deal with and very…read moreknowledgeable. All the horses were very friendly and well taken care of

From the owner: Whispering Willow Training LLC provides hunt seat and equitation lessons, training, and boarding in…read moreMadison, CT. We believe that the value of horseback riding extends beyond your time in the saddle. Our holistic program emphasizes proper horse care in addition to riding, focusing on building confidence and responsibility. We look forward to working with you to achieve your goals in a welcoming, safe environment.

I've been riding at Rivendell Farm for almost two years now, and I truly can't say enough wonderful…read morethings about this special place. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and supported. I started out leasing a horse through them, and with their guidance, I eventually found the perfect horse of my own. Now as a boarder, I have complete peace of mind knowing my horse is cared for with such attention and love. The instructors and trainers are not only incredibly skilled but also deeply dedicated -- I couldn't have come this far on my riding journey without them. Rivendell Farm truly feels like home.

I boarded my horse there for a number of years. I had to move my horse to another barn because I…read moremoved. This barn is amazing-from the incredible care that the horses receive to the beautiful facilities. They have three areas to ride including an indoor riding ring. There are trails behind the barn that are quiet and peaceful. The horses get to graze in incredible pastures. It is just magical. So sorry that we had to leave. As a side note, after I left this barn, my horse got colic around the July 4 weekend. I could not get anyone to trailer her to Tuft's hospital. I was crazed as time was of the essence. I contacted Roger and he came to my horse's rescue and brought her to Tufts and saved her life!

My grandson has attended summer camp here for 2 years. He loves it and gets real lessons. He will…read moresoon attend regular lessons and can't wait. Definiate a kid friendly.

I can't say enough about this amazing barn. I started lessons again after many years of not riding,…read moreand the instructor was so patient and welcoming. The horses are beautiful and the ponies and dogs are so much fun to be around. I also like knowing that the money from the lessons helps go towards helping people working with the equine psychological therapy that the barn prides themselves on.

Absolutely wonderful experience with my grandchildren!!! Tammy is so patient and kind and Honey is…read morea perfect pony for littles!

Words getting around, it's becoming a popular destination... I've been here twice this month just…read morefor birthday parties... and what fun it was! Pony parties are a great activity.. the package usually allocates 2hrs for the party, 1hr for the horse ride (unlimited kids and unlimited rides) in an indoor arena and 1hr for food,cake and presents... it's about $200 for 3 horses & $25 for additional horses. The rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, table& chairs all you need to bring are decorations cake and pizza... that make it easy-peasy! The stables are well maintained and clean...Additionally, they also provide horse boarding, summer camps ($250 a week), and riding lessons. I was there while they had lessons and I thought they provided really good attention to the rider... I think summer camps would be a gr8 way to start off for my tot and see if it evolves into something more.

Our summer camp program was absolutely outstanding. The kids learned so much from all the different…read morefolks at Hillside. This place is a must to check out. The animals are very unique and friendly so many cool things to see from the baby calf to the goats if you go now, you could even see the baby pig love this place

These guys put on a good party! Buck kept the kids engaged really well. Plenty of horses for…read moreeveryone. This was a great experience for my son. I didn't realize this place was so big...

I took a trial lesson here, but my sister rides here, so I still come frequently to visit. All of…read morethe horses are taken care of very well, and the people working here are all friendly. I wish I could submit a picture of Fangio after they let me groom him.

I love CHF. It's one of my favorite places to be, I enjoy seeing all the ponies and riding some. I…read morestarted on CC, and she helped teach me what I know with her being patient with me. The staff is great, I really miss CHF. Here, you feel like you have potential and that feels great. I used to be a really slow learner in horseback riding and I thought I wouldn't and probably would never be a good rider, but then my mom found CHF and i've been moving up in my riding career since. I love the hidden farm, I'd go there over anywhere on Earth any day. I would honestly suggest choosing this barn when learning to ride, all the other barns are not as good for beginners as Chester Hill Farm is.

horses are extremely underweight. stalls kept FILTHY, about a foot of old dirty shavings. horses…read morethat arent even getting ridden are tied up all day. only brought to water once during the day. no access to hay in the daytime. horses hip bones protruding, their hindquarters are hollow and not round. definitely not fed nearly enough or correct diet. 1 flake of hay in the morning and they average maybe 2 flakes in pm per horse. if you know anything about horses, forage (hay) should be majority of their diet.jackie speaks horribly to her staff, she is super condescending. proudly mentions how many times animal control has been to her facility.... run.

It was a wonderful experience. The horses are very well kept and so good on the trails. We had a…read moregood amount of time with the horses and riding them.

This place is beautiful. They obviously love the horses and take care of them exceptionally well. I…read moretook my son for his first ever horse ride and Courtney was fantastic with him! I was amazed how well he did. She made him feel so comfortable And I'm sure he will want to write again as a result. Very impressed with the cleanliness of this facility. We had a great experience!

My daughter started riding here last fall. Kristina is patient, attentive, and friendly with kids…read more We were referred here by a friend whose family had stables growing up. I highly recommend Wild Wind for lessons. They also offer boarding, which seems to be well cared for. However, since I do not have Horse /Stable experience, this is only what I observed in their care for the horses while we visited for lessons.

5 stars plus for this fantastic stable which was once a renowned banquet hall called Restland…read moreFarms. Kristina Vine is the owner/instructor and she is Fabulous with a capitol F for lessons. She takes her time, is super attentive, tough but also supportive and never an instructor that yells. My daughter has been riding here for over 5 years and still loves it. There are boarding facilities in the "lower" barn which has its own brand new indoor riding ring, and lesson horses are in the "upper" barn which also has its own indoor riding ring with a sand floor. The upper riding ring is the old banquet hall and has the same large windows, spotlights and even the disco ball from the halls heyday. Birthday horse parties are fantastic we have attended 3 here and Kristina does an awesome job. First time lesson goers need a helmet (bike will do at first) and heeled shoes, this would honestly be the best place ever to start your horseback riding.