This is my favorite place I have learned a lot from the trainers but they are also very kind and…read moreunderstanding of ur experience or beginner I would say this is the place to come too

From the owner: Forrest Hill Farm & Kaiser Dressage trains both horses & riders and boards horses…read more Our riding lesson program offers instruction to riders of all ages & levels from beginners to Olympic level professionals. Lessons are structured according to a student's experience and aspirations. We offer training for horses of all ages & disciplines from the unstarted to advanced horses. Kaiser Dressage horses & students annually win many championships earning national, regional & state awards. Horse Boarding is offered. Amenities include a 70 x 200 indoor arena , 20 x 60 m outdoor arena, indoor round training pen, spacious, well ventilated stalls,closed circuit TV stall monitoring, Indoor wash stall hot/cold water, multiple turnout pastures & paddocks & outdoor riding areas & trails. Our staff is very experienced; professional horseman for over forty-five years. Proper nutrition, care, and experienced observation is provided to all horses.

Could not recommend more:) Great facility, great horses, great trainers! My mares love it there and…read moreI could not ask for better people to help me with my horses.

From the owner: Circle G Ranch is a premier performance horse facility owned and operated by NRHA World Champion…read morereining horse trainer Lane Beeler. Specializing in reining and ranch horses, we offer top-tier training, showing, and sales services for horses and riders who are serious about performance and results.

I can't say enough good things about my experience at IB Stables in Noblesville! A true gem of a…read morestable and historic treasure just 30 minutes north of Indianapolis. I am a beginner and have been taking lessons there since early Fall of '22, and I have been extremely impressed with everything so far. The lesson prices a very reasonable for all you receive, and the expertise available to you for all the services they offer is unparalleled. Likewise, I have enjoyed getting to know Iris and the rest of the family and spending time in a barn and stable that has so many decades of rich, family equestrian history. The walls in the original, wood paneled, office in the main part of the historic, century old barn, are lined with photographs of the champions bred, raised, and trained there over the years. You will not find anything like this anywhere near Indianapolis with this rich a history! If you are looking for a real working stable, this is the one. Sadly, farms, barns, and stables like this are going by the wayside due to urban expansion and changing needs. This grand old barn may not look like the newer stables with the fancy, newer looking trimmings, but she's magnificent for her age! They also have a large, wonderful, indoor riding area, which allows you to ride year round plus all the other amenities the other stables offer and more. They have the trust you can expect, the service you deserve and the experience you need, that will win you over. I wanted to take lessons from someone with lots of experience, since I wanted to learn all aspects of horses and horseback riding. I didn't know anything, but I didn't want to just show up, pay to ride a pre-saddled horse and go through the motions for an hour, and IB Stables provided exactly what I was looking for. Iris's family, along with her daughter Audra, who raises winning show horses, are the owners of the stable, are a constant presence during my lessons in the evenings. Iris raises wonderful, champion bred Doberman's and there is also a giant tom turkey who struts his stuff for all the chickens in the barn areas too! All they need now are some mini cows!! The first time I came to the stable to inquire about lessons, Iris, the owner, sat me down and asked me first, why I wanted to learn to ride, what previous experience I'd had and what I wanted to learn. This showed me that they care about ME and not just about taking my money, giving me a standard lesson, and sending me off till next week. They care about everyone who walks in the door that wants to learn to ride or board a horse or wants to use the other numerous, world-class, services they offer. That is why I chose to take my first ever lessons with them. I fun to arrive early and to watch some of the other lessons, which are mostly filled with younger kids. I have watched Iris during her lessons, and at times she can be very firm when giving instruction. Likewise, I too, have received that same firm instruction. But don't be too quick to criticize. You must remember that horses can be dangerous and weigh upwards of 1000+ lbs. Safety is always their number one concern. But, their horses are experienced lesson type horses, well-trained, patient, gentle. Every week I show up for lessons, I see the horses being cared for in ways I never thought horses needed! The ferries are there all the time, along with chiropractors and veterinarians etc. Iris and Audra are always making sure everything is attended too, and they do not skimp when it comes to the horses they own or are under their care. I hope this review helps, and I am truly grateful for the western style riding lessons I have received and love the feeling of family this stable brings. Thanks so much, Iris and family. I look forward to many more years of riding thanks to you.

I have been a boarder and student of Iris, Bill, and Audra Snyder (IB Stables) for over 14 years. I…read morehave had NOTHING but the BEST service and care from them. Iris and Bill have been in the horse industry for over 30 years and have earned the respect of the top trainers in the horse world. I have had many horses from them and they were the absolute best horses I have ever had the experience of owning and riding. They are the most professional trainers I have met in the equine industry. They not only care for the horses but they care for every person that walks through the barn door. They have helped me not only reach my riding goals but my goals in life, they are family. If you are looking for a trainer or a safe, clean, and professional place to keep your horses this is the place for you!!! Thank you Snyders for everything!! I owe it all to you guys!

My roommate rides at Sierra Woods Farm and I've always watched her ride her horse - this time I…read morewanted to give it a try! I did a beginner (VERY beginner) group lesson with my roommates and Emily Ahlfeld, a trainer at Sierra Woods. We learned how to groom and tack up our horses as well as safely pilot them. My horse was named Pooh Bear and he was awesome! I learned how to walk, post, trot and steer. Emily was very fun and engaging. I give her props for teaching three 21-year-olds how to ride as beginners. We were in the indoor ring, but Sierra Woods has 2 outdoor rings as well. The farm itself is large with multiple outdoor pastures for the horses. The price of a beginner group lesson was $45 - pretty affordable compared to other barns in the area. Overall, my horse lesson at Sierra Woods was a bucket list item that I can check off, and I highly recommend Sierra Woods to anyone looking for a start with horses.

Sierra Woods is the perfect match for my daughter. Amy Tilson-Ochoa (owner and trainer) is very…read morepersonable and low-key while still being very professional. There is no yelling and screaming at the riders at this barn. We moved to Sierra Woods from another Indianapolis area barn due to the high-stress environment at the previous barn. In comparison to our old barn, Amy is a joy to work with and has re-energized my daughter's love of horses after she was discouraged at her previous barn. Amy does several Indianapolis area shows as well as shows in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Tennessee (about 3 shows per month; more in the summer). HIGHLY recommended!

I reserved a time for a trail ride; however, when the date got closer, the weather forecast was…read morerainy. They were very accommodating and changed our trail ride to a lesson inside the arena. Unfortunately, our day ended with my daughter getting kicked by one of the horses who had been very obstinate throughout the session. That was a week ago and no one has even contacted me to check on how my daughter is doing. I think a responsible business owner and empathetic person would be concerned after a customer was injured. I guess once they get your money and you sign their release form, they don't care. We will not be going there again.

From the owner: Horseback riding lessons for all levels of riders and budgets. We teach our students everything,…read moreEnglish and Western, from barrels to jumping. Interested in showing? We have on site and off site show packages that you can use our lesson horses in. If you would like to try us out, head to our website and book your trial class today!

They offer a unique experience for summer camp for youth to come in contact with horses to learn…read morehow tp build a bond with the animals. A huge benefit for children to develop.

Very personable and friendly. The horses and barn are well taken care of. The trails are AMAZING,…read morewith beautiful scenery. The horses were well behaved. Our guide was a lot of fun. We were taken care of right away. The cost is about the same as everywhere else. My friend and I are experienced riders, we owned our own horses at one time. We were a little disappointed that we were not allowed to do anything more than a walk, even though the website says your allowed to canter. The guide said next time, because she wanted to see if we knew what we were doing. Afterwards, in the ring, we did a little trotting once around, and my guy did a couple canter strides.

This is a great place to board your horse. I've had my horse here for a…read more little over two years and I'm very happy with the care she has received. Jackie and her employees love horses and take very good care of them. They know each of the horses so well. The horses are well fed. Jackie always watches the weather and if it's bad she will leave the horses in. Otherwise they go out every day except Sunday. The owners of the horses are very nice and we get along well. Krystal is the trail boss. She does a wonderful job with the people that rent horses for trail rides.

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!

I was looking for a special gift for my niece and nephew. A month of lessons for each was very…read morereasonable, and included riding helmet rental. Lovely gift card was provided to give to the kids, and full instructions for their mom. This center is VERY popular: there is a waiting list. The barn and riding range are heated and open year round, so I am sure the kids will enjoy spending time learning something new.

My daughter took riding lessons here and she loved it. It is…read morepretty pricey even with the group. The instructors were very helpful and professional. The horses are beautiful and well taken care of. Virginia is the owner and full of passion, that's what made us love horses & riding even more. It's definitely worth trying out if you're interested in riding and have never had any experience.

I have been at this stable for more than 2 years. Great, reliable care for your equine partner so…read moreyou don't have to worry about him when you are not there. Great people, lessons, trainers and clinics. The facility is safe, clean and well maintained.