We absolutely love this barn! Our 11-year-old daughter takes lessons here and has loved every…read moreminute--so much so that all she wants to do now is ride horses. The trainers and staff are incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable, and they truly care about both the riders and the horses. It's a warm, welcoming environment where kids feel supported and confident while learning. We've seen such positive growth in our daughter since starting here and couldn't recommend this place more highly.

What a gem of a space!!! Took our two young children there today and they had a blast. The space is…read morehuge, bright, the animals are happy and well loved. The owner/trainers are very knowledgeable, patient and kind. We will return.

I was looking for free horse manure and she said she didn't have it but she didn't want to do…read morebusiness with me. The owner's communication skills left much to be desired and was basically nasty and rude. She doesn't like people. Avoid this school!

I have just bought a 1997 BMW 528i from an elderly lady. She was a one owner, garage kept it has…read moreall the maintenance records and repair records on the car and for a 27 year old BMW it only has 108,000 miles on it and it is in absolutely amazing shape, it looks new, the interior is in incredibly good shape showing no wear. Anyway, I checked google for a BMW mechanic, there is an issue with the smog check that needs to be corrected. I found Beemer Club through a google search and thought I would give them a try. I spoke to Evan and told him what was going on, he has been extremely helpful with my BMW, He has been helping me trace down what is causing the smog issue on the car,. I explained to him that I am on a small fixed income and cant afford much. So far I have been extremely impressed with the Beemer Club, (Evan) he knows what he is doing and will go out of his way to work with you. Its is rare to meet a mechanic that I feel like I can trust right off the bat, In my experience it always seems that mechanics are always looking to make that extra buck and trust isn't a quality that most have, especially from the first meeting. I will defiantly continue taking my beautiful BMW to Beemer Club to keep it in the near showroom condition that it is in. I would give Evan more stars if I could. He is worth taking that chance on with your prized BMW! I recommend whole heartily

We love this ranch and the amazing family that owns it! I have been riding here for nearly 20 years…read moreand now my 3 children take lessons weekly. They have developed a love for riding, respect for horses, and self confidence. It has taught them to be assertive, how to take charge, but also how to connect with a horse and care for them properly. Most of all I appreciate their constant safety practices. All instructors are very hands on and I know my kids are in excellent care at all times. We are forever grateful for the people here who welcomed us onto their farm and into their hearts. We are lifers!

My daughter took lessons from Lori for several years. She learned a lot and enjoyed interacting…read morewith the horses and with Lori. Lori was always very safety conscious and also taught her how to groom and saddle the horses. My daughter also participated in summer camp for a couple years and had a great time. In addition, we've done trail rides and a birthday party with Lori, and it's always been a lot of fun. The location is convenient for this area, and Lori is flexible with lesson times and days. Prices are very reasonable. Taking lessons at Rockin' L&D Ranch was a great experience for me daughter, and I'm grateful for that. Definitely recommended.

My 9 year old son has had two riding lessons this far and absolutely loves Meg, the horse he rides,…read moreand the animals! Meg is a wonderful instructor and so encouraging and kind with my son who has sensory challenges. It is a beautiful place and the highlight of our last two weeks! Highly recommend.

The owner charged an insane amount for an evaluation lesson. However, the property is charming.read more

Our 5 year old attended this camp this past week and she had so much fun. I was so impressed with…read morewhat she learned. The staff were extremely kind and so passionate about what they do. Excited for her to repeat this again next year.

Terrible Experience for Our Kids - Avoid This Camp!**…read more We had been looking forward to Horse Savvy Training Camp in Poway, CA, all summer, expecting a fun and enriching experience for a group of four girls (ages 9-11) who are all friends Unfortunately, it turned out to be a very disappointing and an upsetting experience. The camp was being ran by a teenage girl as the owner was not around. The problem was that girl let her authority go to her head and behaved like a drill-sergeant. The camp was incredibly hot which is of course not their fault however there was no shade other than a tree. There were no umbrellas or sail shades to help provide relief from the sun. The staff consisted of a teenage girl who treated the camp like a boot camp, bossing the girls around rather than encouraging them and making the camp an enjoyable experience. Our daughters were literally in tears when we picked them up after the first day. This was heart-wrenching for us as parent as these girls had been looking forward to horse camp all summer and this was going to be their favorite week. All four girls have previously attended horse camps elsewhere and had wonderful experiences, but this camp was entirely different. Instead of having fun, they felt as if they were being yelled at, bossed around, talked down to, and take orders from one counselor in particular. On the first day they were ordered to pick up papers that were not their mess and the counselor rudely yelled at these young girls, aggressively threw art supplies like scissors and glue sticks across the table. Basically an extremely bossy attitude and not a good fit for a young girls camp. We contacted the owner who was shocked and said she's never heard of such complaints. We agreed to try again the next day. The following day was a little better, but Wednesday was back to the same short fuse negative attitude just like Monday. The girls were forced to participate in a game where they would get wet. Some of the girls asked to not get wet but they were forced to play. Not everyone likes getting wet in their clothes but they were demanded to play along. Another girl with dust allergies was forced to clean a dusty area even though she asked to not have to due to her allergies Another girl was forced to pick up horse poop even though she asked not to. This was a terrible experience for all four girls from three different families. We had to pull them out of the camp after day three and requested a refund. The owner said she was only willing to pay us for the two days we hadn't used (Thrs & Fri) which she did. She refused to reimburse M-W. We will never be going back, and I strongly advise others to avoid this camp if you want your children to have a positive and enjoyable experience. The camp is upsetting and for a young girl not the positive experience one would envision. There are better choices when it comes to horse camp that's for sure.

Wonderful riding facility. Tara and Amelia are very professional and knowledgeable. My daughter has…read moremade great progress here in just a couple of months. She loves being at the barn! Not only has she learn equestrian skills, she has been welcomed by all!

Bravado Farms is simply the Best! My 13 year old daughter has been riding since she was four. She…read morehas had a few good trainers throughout the years, but none as kind, warm, caring and knowledgable as Tara Bemoll. From the moment we started I knew we had found the perfect place. (Now my 9 year old daughter rides with her as well!) Tara has the gift of teaching. She connects so naturally with her students, values good horsemanship and works to develop well rounded and skilled equestrians. Tara has excellent lesson ponies and horses, good for both beginners and advanced riders. When you take lessons with Tara you are not just one of her students, you become a member of the Bravado Farms "family." L. Jennings

My sister and I have been riding with Lance and his business since 2006. Lance Bennett is the owner…read moreand he is a phenomenal instructor. I took a long break from riding but my confidence has grown with him and I have improved greatly. Great place to learn how to ride horses and I always look forward to my lessons!! The horses are well trained, well cared for and very docile. Highly recommend Rancho Vista!!!

Lance and Scott are awesome people. They run an outstanding boarding and training operation…read more Their main business is Freisian horses, which are incredible animals. I have enjoyed watching them work and practice. The facility is really nice and clean. Never a dissappointment.

A wonderful place for horses and owners. Wonderful,…read moreknowledgeable owners and a fantastic group make up the Sycamore Canyon family. Cindi and Dwight care about your horses as much as you do! One of the most beautiful facilities in San Diego county.

I have been at Sycamore Canyon Stables for over 2 1/2 years. I have been at a couple of other…read moreboarding stables around San Diego/Poway area and SCS is by far the SMOOTHEST running place I have ever been at! It is very clean and well-maintained. I ride and show Western but there are boarders who ride English, Dressage, Reining and boarders who mainly enjoy the nearby trails. There are trainers on-site as well. All the boarders are friendly and the owners often have social events like a Summer Peach Pie Party and Holiday Gift Exchange. The arenas are great and dragged regularly. They dry very quickly after a rain compared to other places I have been. The horses are very well-cared for and I can always trust Dwight or Cindi to keep an extra-close eye on my horse if I am out out of town. The stalls are cleaned daily and the hay is carefully measured at feeding time. Supplements are given without charge, too. Vet clinics are offered pretty regularly for vaccines, etc. While some may complain about "rules," I appreciate them! They are for the safety of both horses and people! People who know anything about horses know that bad things happen when you aren't careful or watchful. People like that blame others instead of recognizing their own lack of experience or their horse's lack of training. The best thing about Sycamore Canyon Stables is that it is run by people who truly love and care about horses. They are knowledgeable, approachable and take their responsibilities as a facility owner very seriously.