Maybe it's my own bad luck cause i've only had two trainers here a while ago, so I'm only talking…read moreabout my own experience . They seemed to care more about their business than what the students learn. I was a total beginner, and after an evaluation session, was placed into a group class with people a lot more experienced than I was. The trainer also was not friendly at all. When I asked a her to show me how to tack up, which was only my second time doing it, the trainer got impatient and said "you forgot everything from last time huh?" During another class, the trainer also complained that she thought she'd be riding her own horse instead of teaching today. Hope they improved their training now.

The teaching here can be inconsistent. They are very demeaning when giving you feedback to…read moresomething they haven't taught you. If you like negative feedback, this might be the place for you, no joke. More importantly, I would question your safety. There isn't a safety protocal for for when a rider falls. I recently fell and was lying in the arena in pain for several minutes. 911 was not called and the instructor did not come by to do safety checks. I was urged to get up and shake it off by folks watching the lessons. Fortunately Im ok but people taking lessons should beware.i could have had a serious back injury. I also question their ability to assess new riders and what skills they should practice when taking lessons.

We booked for a birthday party of 12 year olds. Each horse was led by someone walking while we…read morerode. Safe, but not too exciting for 12 year olds. This was otherwise great for a birthday party - close to town, everything provided for riding, beautiful location and trails, nice staff, good horses. Would be a good birthday party for 6 to 8 year olds.

Dressage Dancers moved to its permanent home in the Bear Creek neighborhood in Woodinville a year…read moreago, and just today, the full-size, brand-new covered riding arena was completed! Soft footing, spacious clean stalls, and a location on a very quiet street equal healthy horses and happy riders. Dressage Dancers has two trainers, both of whom have a few openings in their riding instruction calendars. In addition, Carol will be teaching two separate weeks of intensive riding camps for children this summer. Past camps included two daily individual riding lessons, horse-related crafts, baking, and other fun camp activities (including playing in the hose on really hot days!) I've helped Carol with students and horses at dressage shows and here in the arenas, and have also taken riding lessons here. You will learn the right way to here and you will always be encouraged to do your best and to enjoy your time with the horses. I'm so glad it's a low-drama barn; kids and adults alike can learn here in a supportive environment.

Tina makes rosecrest keep 5 stars! Always busy and helpful. She is a true professional and other…read morehorse trainers should take her noble advice.

I have to be very impressed to write a review. My daughters (ages 6 & 8) had their first riding…read morelessons this weekend with Tina Wolfe. We have gone on many trail rides, pony rides and even leased a horse for a year at a facility near Lake Stevens. Tina Wolfe has, by far, the best program to fit our needs. Tina is kind, patient and professional. Her lessons are either private or semiprivate and very affordable in comparison to other programs. The horses are well cared for, responsive, gentle and beautiful. The facility she is teaches at is quite, large, and DRY! Here is their web address www.rosecrestfarm.com The arena is large and covered and she welcomes you to sit and watch from seats at the end of the arena. The lessons are 30 minutes and includes a small trail ride at the end. Another wonderful bonus, she teaches cart driving to the lesson kids! I won't hesitate to give her as a reference to our friends looking for lessons.

My kids have been in the program since 2020. They're there about twice a week, almost every day off…read morefrom school, and most weeks during summer. This farm camp is so much more than just riding lessons. Kids spend hours learning real horsemanship--caring for the horses, doing groundwork, and understanding what it takes to run a farm. Lisa teaches them everything from horse anatomy and health to tack, equipment, and riding etiquette. They also help take care of the farm's chickens and ducks--looking after broody hens, meeting the chicks when they hatch, and collecting eggs from "their" birds. This program isn't for everyone. If you're looking for a once-a-week class where your child simply shows up, hops on a horse, rides for an hour, and goes home, this isn't that kind of program. It's more of an animal farm lifestyle camp, where kids are given real responsibilities and the freedom to learn through experience. Not all kids may do well with the independence and lack of constant parental supervision, but for those who enjoy hands-on learning and being part of a group it's an incredible opportunity. Do I pay so my kids can clean the horse stall? Yep! And it's worth every penny. Because work ethic, responsibility, and respect for animals (and others) are lessons that go far beyond the barn. But most importantly, my kids (even the teenager) can be just kids at the farm. With all the deadlines and pressure at school and organized sports, the farm is just "simple". Also, where else my kids can witness a tiny bird hatch right in front of them (sometimes on the palm of their hand!) and build a real connection with animals much bigger than themselves through patience, care, and trust.

Lisa's program at Halo Hills has been a transformative addition to our daughter's life…read more Every day our 12-year-old spends at the farm is is a good day. The comprehensive experience of learning to care for and ride horses, combined with the various responsibilities of farm management, has fostered remarkable growth in her character. We've watched her develop greater independence, reliability, work ethic, and both physical and mental resilience, and we couldn't be more proud of who she is becoming. What began as horseback riding lessons has evolved into a formational experience that I now believe every child would benefit from. Lisa has transcended the role of instructor to become a true mentor and significantly positive influence in our daughter's life. Her guidance has helped our daughter flourish in ways that extend far beyond the barn. We feel fortunate to have Halo Hills in our community and wholeheartedly recommend it to parents looking to either introduce their children to horseback riding or to provide them with an environment that naturally builds the confidence, resilience, and life skills that will serve them well in all future endeavors.

I've been riding with Maya for two and a half years. I came to her barely knowing how to ride…read morewestern, let alone english. Today I have my own horse named Teddi, which Maya helped me choose. We are jumping about 3ft, and I love him more than the world. Maya is one of the most compassionate trainers there is. She is firm, and moves her students along, but knows when they need reassurance. She not only would do anything to protect the safety of her horses, but also watches over all the horses at the Charlottewood barn. There is no possible way Teddi and I would be such a successful team without her. She is a hardworking, and inspirational coach who will try her hardest to make you the best rider you can be. She is extremely experienced, and deals with all types of riders very well. There is VERY RARELY a person she does not get along with. Maya is extremely polite, sweet, and sensitive to riders, as well as their ideas, questions, thoughts, and concerns. When I very first got Teddi, almost a year ago, I could hardly canter around the arena with him. He is a very large, and powerful thoroughbred. I would ride him in a gag, and still have trouble working with him. Within a month I was jumping him. Within 3 months I was riding him with a softer bit. Today, I jump and ride Teddi on trails bareback. We ride in a hackamore now (a bitless bridle). I have a much stronger connection with him, as well as he does with me. None of this would be possible without Maya. She has led me to achieve all these goals. I'm so happy to have her as a trainer, friend, and role model. I couldn't be more blessed to have her in my life. Maya, thank you for helping me find my best friend, Teddi :) and thank you for being an outstanding, and understanding trainer.

Over the 3 months I rode in Maya Huberman's program there were 3 occasions when I arrived to find…read moremy assigned mount unfit to ride. Twice the horse (Griffin, white gelding) was obviously lame and I reported it as such, but it took days before Maya admitted there was an issue with the horse and rested/treated it for a suspected hoof abscess. The final episode was July 4, 2013 when I arrived to find the horse with a raw sore on his head (bite from another horse) right where the leather headstall would rub. Much to my dismay Maya said it was fine and that she'd been using the horse (Ashton) in lessons with no problems for 2 days already. To me it looked quite raw and painful, so I declined to ride the horse in that condition despite pressure from Maya. Finding myself arguing with Maya for a second time about the welfare of her horses was extremely upsetting. At this point I no longer want to do business with Maya or ride in her program, but I do want a refund of the July lease money I paid to her since no riding took place in July. Maya refuses to provide any sort of refund and no signed contract exists, so unfortunately I don't have much hope of ever seeing my money again. The last time I saw the horse (Ashton, palomino Haflinger gelding) was on July 4, 2013. The sore was beneath his left eye and was bad enough that I'm sure it will be visible for a long time. Decide for yourself if you think it hurt. UPDATE: After seeing that family wrote such nice reviews in response to mine, I thought I'd add to my feedback to say that Maya is a good instructor for beginners & children who won't question why a horse is limping or if something Maya does is right or wrong. That is why all of her students are children and beginners. Additionally, although my complaint isn't about her abilities as a riding instructor, I do question what Maya's credentials actually are since she refers to BHS training in her online bio and on her web site but does not mention a specific university or actually receiving a degree.

My wife and I have had our horse here for a few months and could not be happier. The atmosphere is…read moregreat. Everyone pitches in to make sure the barn and arena stay clean and ready for the next person to use. The trainer and barn manager both deeply care about the horses and their well being (even going so far as to give up their holiday to make sure the horses were doing ok with all the fireworks). Well organized and on top of schedules and communication. Would recommend to anyone looking for a hunter/jumper home for their horse.

We discovered this place when looking for private dressage lessons near home. It's clean, the…read morehorses are well cared for and our trainer Aubrey was terrific, especially with kiddos! But the owner, yikes.... we were interested in buying a horse but she explained if I wanted a horse I could only purchase one of the 3 she recommended and in addition I'd have to leave and board with her otherwise NO SALE. So glad we went elsewhere, bought our own champion blood line horse and brought her home to our home! In addition have a fabulous trainer. The lady there is not too kind but Aubrey is fantastic! Avoid this place

Pam is an amazing classical dressage trainer. I recently started riding with her, given the fact…read morethat the facility had a small group of owners and was very quiet, I moved my horse to the here. Her care is top notch and my horse has never been so relaxed. Her philosophy on not over training animals is refreshing. Highly recommend her for training, lessons or purchasing a quality horse.

My 12 year old daughter has done horse camps and riding lessons. They take really good care of…read moretheir horses. Everybody there is super nice. It is very worth the drive.

My children, ages 11 and 8, started lessons at Cougar Mountain Stables two years ago and they love…read morethe horses, instructors and barn. The staff truly cares about fostering confidant riders who can manage horses from a young age. The program includes a strong foundation in horsemanship and requires riders to master before advancing to the next level. The summer camp is amazing and the counselors are very supportive. My kids look forward to the camp each year. The camp includes a range of activities to keep campers busy and an optional overnight camp out day where kids can feed the horses, enjoy evening activities and dinner is prepared over the camp fire. Cougar Mountain Stables also offers adult riding lessons and trail rides for students.