Their ponies and horses were gentle and nice and their handlers were informative and helpful. My…read moredaughters had a great time.

Well run stable with happy horses. Have pony rides for little ones and bigger horses for grownups…read more It's a short ride but definitely something everyone will enjoy.

Established in 1961 Laughin' Place has been training horses and riders from beginner all the way to…read moreUSHJA Champions on the "A" circuit. Beginners start on a lunge line and progress at their own level. They have a Inter Scholastic Equestrian team, which offers college type of competition for all levels of riders grades 6 - 12. Training with Betsy is a privilege. She has trained myself and my horse and we are always in the ribbons wherever we compete... from local to "A". Sale horses, summer camps, horse shows, indoor arena, boarding, lessons and breeding. It is so rewarding to be able to come and ride at this beautiful stable. Drive up the driveway and leave the rest of the world behind, ENJOY!

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Heather would Equestrian Academy was a great experience. Never been horseback riding so I didn't…read moreknow what to expect. You don't need to bring anything to the academy before your experience. They provide the helmets for you to wear. Some of them were pretty worn out so you just have to dig for one of the few better ones. Wear old sneakers and clothes you don't care for. You'll get horse hair on you and smell like a horse at the end of your hour long experience (you spend 15 mins grooming at least, or longer before actually getting to ride the horse). Our instructor (who I am working sure was in her teens lol) was very professional and patient! We were taught how to groom the horses (which allowed us to bond with her) before riding it around the property. The property seemed pretty large and they had a trail that leads into the woods of the property. The horses seem to know the drill all too well as you didn't have to nudge them to begin walking. They also knew exactly where to go and which turns to take on the path. All in all, it was a pleasant experience.

From the owner: Heatherwood facilities offer indoor & outdoor riding arenas for year round instruction. We also…read moretake students on our riding trails.We welcome adult & child riders of all levels, from beginners to those ready to advance to jumping. Whether you want to learn to ride for pleasure, advance to horse shows, or ride for an excellent way to exercise, Heatherwood Academy will tailor a program for your interests.Birthday parties - For up to ten children with riding lessons given forthe party guests. We provide the cake, drinks, & decorations. Your guests learn aboutdifferent breeds of horses & will groom a horse. Parties are scheduled year round.Boy & Girl Scout Troops - Individuals or the whole troop may come to Heatherwoodto work on and earn merit badges.Educational Programs - Offered to schools & special groups, in the classroom oroutdoors (weather permitting) or visit Heatherwood for an educational field trip.Horse Drawn Carriage rides - For special occasions such as proms, weddings, anniversaries, business events, etc.Horse Drawn Sleigh rides - Winter fun for the whole family. Corporate Outings - Experience the great outdoors & horsemanship at its best while giving your employees an exciting and fun filled adventure away from the office. Packagesare available from three hrs - six hrs, including snacks, lunch or dinner by the bonfire. Meetingaccommodations are also available.

My husband surprised me with a riding experience with Lily for our 10 year anniversary. I grew up…read moreriding and have missed it so much since we live in the city. Enter Lessons by Lily. She was amazing! She let me help tack and ride until my hearts delight. Nothing was rushed, everything was fun and a great experience. If we lived in MI I would be doing regular lessons with her immediately! But we will for sure be back and bring our kids to have a great hands on riding experience with lily!

We brought our daughters ages 2 and 4 for a 2 hour experience. Lily was great with them. We all had…read morea really nice time brushing, petting, and giving the horse treats. Our older daughter really enjoyed riding the horse. Although Lily was prepared for both girls to ride, our younger daughter preferred to watch.

they are kind and patient. my daughter has become much more confident and open to learning new…read moreskills.

For years, I sought out an equine therapy solution. When we moved to South Bend, I was delightfully…read moresurprised to learn about Reins. The arena is wonderful, the staff and volunteers are top-notch, and I feel so lucky to have access to Reins! Most clients are children with all sorts of disabilities. Personally, the lessons are helping me with core strength, and being with a horse is an experience that's unique & hard to describe. They are hard-working and deserving of praise and support!

I board my horse at Transitions. She receives excellent care , individualized feeding plan with…read morehigh quality feed, and daily turnout. The barn managers and crew love my horse and look after her with the utmost care. They know each and every horse and make sure they all get what they need. Highly recommend. I take dressage lesson from Melissa Ashcroft and have learned so much about not only riding but forming a relationship with my horse. Melissa brings so much knowledge to each lesson. I am Constantly learning and growing as a rider.

What a beautiful facility and Well taken care of. You can see that the staff and owner cares and…read moretakes pride in providing the safe educated experience for boarders and thier babies. Attentive knowledgeable trainers. Highly recommended facility to board your baby(s) at. If you want to just brush up on your equestrian skills or learn to bond with your horse on a new level or just learn a new skill all together...take a lesson from one of the professional knowledgeable trainers. You will not be disappointed.

I've had my horse here for 3 years, and I absolutely love it. The stalls are extremely spacious…read more(12x16 I think?), and every horse has a private 12x70 foot run. The stalls are metal, and very open, so the horses can see each other, plus it never gets that worn out look that wooden barns get. They have a very good sized indoor and outdoor arena, plus turn out pens and 2 pastures. Every boarder gets their own tack stall, which is clean and convenient, fits everything, even 2 saddles! Because it's a small barn, every horse gets personal care. The owner doesn't hesitate to cal you if there's even a small issue, like a torn blanket strap. Rick, the owner, has been great to me, and will even haul me up to shows for an extremely fair price. Unlike other barns, they don't charge you for the little extras, like supplement feeding or blanketing. The barn is pretty mellow as well. Since there are only 28 stalls, its never chaotic and crowded. There are lessons a few days a week, but it's not a big hassle and you can still use the arena without incident. The boarders are really nice and willing to help you out. It's not any specific kind of barn (jumper, western, etc). It's all breeds, and all styles. The board is more than fair, the facilities are modern, clean, and spacious, and the people are helpful and kind. I couldn't ask for more!